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What Others Say About D&L Sports™, Inc. |
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Dave,
Things are well here in Camp Lejeune. I am healing up pretty nicely and have had the opportunity to shoot again. I have put about 500 rounds through each one of the D&L extreme duty mags and have experienced 0 malfunctions. I really enjoy the loop. I think that it may be my favorite feature, other than the fact that it works. It makes it easier to conduct tactical reloads and to get the mags out of the pouch or into the dump bag. I have shown numerous people around base and everyone seems to be impressed with your product. |
| SSGT. USMC |
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Dave,
Picked up the Precision D&L AR-15 rifle and headed to the range. 5 shots under 2/10ths of an inch at 100 yards. Sweet, a one hole rifle. 1 inch groups at 400 yards with 77 grn Sierra Match King bullets. Your muzzle brake is the quietest and most effective I have used. I am tickled, and couldn't be happier.
Thanks, |
Vern Harrison / Sniper Instructor
3 time 1000 yard world record holder |
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Dave,
I received the packages yesterday. All I can say is "wow." If they shoot half as good as they look, I'll be happy.
Thanks, |
| USMC Shooter |
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Dave,
Got the 1911, great work, of course. The guys at the store wouldn't open the case until I was there to pick it up. Even the editor of some gun magazine was there and wanted to see it. He was there to pick up a Kimber that had been special ordered. When they saw what you built they said there was no comparison, not even close. They couldn't believe how the slide moved and all the contouring on the entire piece. Told them if they wanted it done right they now knew where to get it done.
Thanks again for such a nice job, |
| Tactical Shooter |
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Oh my God, this is on sweet AR-15 style weapon.
Regards, |
Sniper Instructor / US Army (ret)
Vietnam vet |
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Dave,
I have had my new professional model 45 for about four months now. To sum up what I'm about to write, my expectations were surpassed by far. Being a serious shooter and law enforcement officer, I decided to go with your Professional Model. Once I received the pistol, I immediately went to the range for a test fire. Being the owner of several D&L firearms, I knew that the test fire wasn't needed for reliability, but more for my wanting to fire the skillfully built pistol. When I first cycled the gun manually, it felt as smooth as glass. Compared to my Colt, it was the difference in driving a water truck to a new Cadillac. The aesthetics of the pistol were amazing with all the details attended to. Once at the range, I fired at least a couple of thousand rounds within the first couple of days with no malfunctions. The point of aim, point of impact was dead on and the D&L sights gave the best sight picture that I have ever seen. Working in a high desert county in the southwest USA, the sand cuts are as effective on windy day here as they would be in the deserts of Iraq. This was actually a last minute option that I decided to go with and am extremely happy that I did. Unlike some of the thumbguards that I have seen on the market, the ones that you installed on my pistol are heavy duty and have no flex whatsoever. This proves effective as I maintain a high grip with my thumb rested on top of the safety while shooting. The lanyard loop is low profile but also effective for weapon retention during our Special Response Team operations. The finish, which I specifically requested in O.D. green looks great and is showing no wear marks at all, even though I constantly draw my pistol on the range and in dry fire practice. After days of becoming acquainted with the pistol and thoroughly testing all of the magazines that you sent me, I finally tore the gun down for cleaning. It was at this time that I really noticed all of the more intricate details that you attended to. I first noticed the well recessed, but cleanable crown on the muzzle. The lockable firing pin stop makes complete sense. One of the more interesting details is your ejector and Tanto extractor. After years of firing my Colt with thousands of rounds, the ejector finally let go and needed to be replaced. The ejector is extremely heavy duty and seems to be double the thickness of the standard ones. I also noticed the third leg that appears to be threaded into the ejector and the frame. The Tanto extractor that you installed with the proper notch cut out of the barrel hood relieves my worries about breakage in that area. As I stated before, I am duly impressed with the pistol, both in looks and more importantly, function. I have had no problems to date. I just recently returned from a three gun match where I took first place utilizing all D&L guns as well as my team taking first place in the team events. I go to work each night and the farthest worry from my mind is if my pistol is going to work if I ever need it. I give my D&L gun five stars!
Great work as always and thank you. |
| Deputy Sheriff Southwest, USA |
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MASTER MUSKET MAKER
D&L SIGNATURE CQB CARBINE
by Bob Pilgrim
( condensed version )
David Lauck, owner of D&L Sports™, is considered by many as the Master of Modern Musket Making and his latest long gun creation, the Signature D&L CQB carbine is certainly a substantive example of this well deserved accolade. Here we have a modern and improved version of a gas tube driven shoulder weapon based on an over 50 year old design that combines the best attributes of a magazine forward assault rifle, (if you were able to acquire a select fire version) a highly refined entry and room clearing tool and a precision fire instrument that is only limited by its ammunition. This is a sub MOA (minute of angle) long gun (when it is equipped with a precision rifle scope and ammunition) and it could perform admirably as a SPR (special purpose rifle). This carbine was equipped with the EOTech sight, which made it better suited for CQB activities than group shooting at distance. This is an extremely well balanced piece and it would make an outstanding patrol rifle for a well heeled police department or where an agency permits, for the police officer that will not tolerate anything but the finest personal equipment. Lets' take a look and see why this carbine is so special: He is one man show and it takes Dave about 80-100 man hours to complete one of these beauties and each one represents a real labor of love. Along with his other long and short gun creation he only turns out a limited number of these a year. And, his quality control is practically maniacal. Starting at its business end, its special contoured, 5.56 x 45 mm chambered 1:8 twist, stainless steel match barrel is crowned with Lauck's superb compact .97" muzzle brake / compensator. Its nine port design negates muzzle rise and recoil while minimizing ground disturbance when shooting prone. Like the rest of the carbine, the brake is colored in attractive, but business looking "ceramic tungsten." These compensators go a long way in the pursuit of the Holy Grail of weapons designers and almost eliminates recoil and muzzle rise. In fact, the Lauck design made emergency one handed shooting of the CQB carbine a cinch. Lauck designed his brake to be effective at reducing recoil and flash. Selecting proper ammo also controls flash signature. Exit gasses are redirected by these devices to reduce muzzle rise and to counter recoil forces. The AR15 front sight stud is replaced by a fully adjustable .04" blade with a vertical tritium insert. It is the thinnest tritium augmented front post that I have seen and should be adapted to handguns whose front night sights are too thick for my preference. The blade type design greatly enhances durability over a post design. Because of the specially contoured barrel, Lauck can not only protect the gas system, but can move the front sight tower all the way to the front of the barrel. This gives the operator a shorter carbine barrel with a full length sight radius. The full length, free floating Mannlicher style, "super duty" heavily perforated, two inch diameter handguard reminds me of the old .30 caliber, air - cooled Johnson A3 medium machine gun. It is mechanically locked into the receiver with eight robust screws and features a plethora of small holes for attaching Picatinny rails where you want them. The D&L carbine features a vertical foregrip and although it does not boast any electronics, its hollow Delrin tube can house an extra bolt assembly with firing pin in the event that one or both of these critical parts goes kaput while well "East of Eden." Our current conflicts have proven that the way to improve hit ratios, better training not withstanding, is to employ optics. Nevertheless, I am an old iron man, iron ships, iron sights guy and D&L has one of the best adjustable rear sights on the market. My example was mounted on the forearm well forward of the optic, where it serves as a "co-witness" or back up sight. It is accessed by merely looking through the lower portion of the EOTech. In spite of its short radius, I had no problem scoring hits on any target at any range that I also engaged with the optic. Similar to a handgun's rear notch sight, it presents a crisp sight picture and has massive windage and elevation drums. Keep both eyes open and your target acquisition is quite fast and there is very little deterioration of your CQB capabilities if the EOTech quits. This sight will not lose its zero, because of its robust construction and is anchored to the rail by four sturdy screws. Once Lauck's forward mounted rear sight is zeroed, the zero is locked in place by multiple lock screws so the zero is not lost under rough handling conditions. Moving aft, my journey is pleasantly interrupted by the very prominent and popular 1x powered EOTech electro optical sight. I have found that with today's combat optics, you have to work at missing your target at typical combat ranges even when the threat is moving. Two CR123 batteries provide 1100 hours of life. Obviously, the illuminated reticle, which can be adjusted for various lighting conditions, enhances the soldier's marginal light fighting capabilities. Fit and finish of the D&L carbine are excellent and there is no play between upper and lower receivers which translates into more consistent down range performance. Controls are standard, but have been modified for exceptional strength, reliability and safety. The safety / fire selector has been both enlarged and extended for easy on-off access, even with gloves when the carbine is held in the low or "British ready." To increase the integrity of the CQB carbine and its components, D&L uses proprietary anti-walk trigger / hammer pins These generally ignored parts can contribute to weapons failure and Lauck has gone to great lengths to redesign them along with a solid AR-15 firing pin retainer that replaces the firing pin retaining cotter pin to prevent fracture and breakage. D&L offers both fixed and adjustable stocks for its long guns. These rock solid, multi-compartmentalized, thick walled aluminum stocks feature a primary tube with a flat comb covered by a collar of neoprene to make it more comfortable for cold weather employment. This stock permits the shooter to position his dominant eye closer to the carbine's bore axis particularly when iron sights are used. The overall sturdiness of the carbine and its solid stock leaves me with the impression that it could deliver a series of butt strokes and smashes without much drama to its integrity. The butt's natural curve and non-slip butt plate lends itself to rapid mounts from the low or British and high or field readies. At no time during various shooting drills did the stock hang up on clothing. It also fit nicely into a chest hold for those who prefer to shoot from their body armor carrier in that manner. The secondary tube's compartment can be accessed via a large coin slotted threaded port cover located in the center of the butt plate and is ideal for housing cleaning gear. The short tube features an extended cap that can be manipulated by the bullet and neck of a cartridge case. It is ideal for carrying a bolt assembly or batteries. D&L's ergonomic Delrin pistol grips give you a choice between a smooth surface or memory grooves for finger placement and a recoil absorbing shoulder for the web of the hand. However, some of these custom items were developed through competition and Lauck runs an annual International Tactical Rifle Competition high volume carbine event where competitors fire 1100 rounds in 45 minutes. Having the most comfortable pistol grip in the business will stave off gunner's fatigue longer than other designs. No space is wasted and the grip's base is sealed by a hinged cover so that more gun goodies can be secreted within. A variety of operational and training ammunition bullet weights ranging from 42-100 grains were included in the trials and it was determined that the 1:8 twist stabilizes all of them. Several hundred rounds were fired and although D&L cautions against using anything but protected tip ammunition for reliability there was not one stoppage. Its superb reliability was attributed in part to the properly fitted and head spaced bolt carrier group and the TW25B lube that it was covered with. However the Achilles heel of many a select fire and semi-auto weapon is its magazines and the issue military 30-round sticks are noted for various stoppages. Steel magazines have been offered, but failures have occurred and the jury is still out on them, and then there are weight penalties to be incurred. True to form, Lauck has come to the rescue with his redesigned and strengthened 20 and 30 round magazines. These magazines, perhaps the most dependable in the world, have been thoroughly field tested under extreme conditions by independent end users and declared near perfect in reliability. Worthy of a stand alone article, suffice to say Lauck's magazines are visually distinguished from others by his unique ½ floor plate that is held to the magazine body by five large machine screws and topped with his signature "finger ring" for better retention and extraction from the magazine pouch. Flat bottom models are also available for prone shooters who like to stay close to the ground. Conclusion - This is the most sophisticated and at the same time practical 5.56 x 45 mm carbine manufactured in the US that I have had the pleasure of working with. The D&L Signature CQB carbine is designed for the most serious professional, but would also be a wise investment for any level shooter who wants a firearm that will easily outperform and outlive the owner. Dave Lauck at D&L Sports™ is one of the finest and most prestigious custom gunsmiths specializing in the 1911. |
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Dave,
I am a SGT in the infantry in the Marine Corps. I just returned to the U.S. due to wounds received in combat when our hard site was attacked. We were attacked with small arms fire, and while returning fire, they drove a truck bomb into the front door. One Marine fired two rounds at the driver, but then his weapon went down, a bad magazine. I have had numerous problems with the issue mags. I tried the steel mags, but found them too heavy, and had to tape 550 cord on the bottom to allow retention and a faster draw from the mag pouch. Your Extreme Duty Magazines remedy all of this. We tested out your mags and experienced no malfunctions. Your company is my choice for tactical needs. |
| SGT USMC |
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Dave,
Got the Precision AR-15. Wow!
Thanks, |
| Army Sniper |
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Dave,
You are the professor of small arms.
Thanks, |
| Tactical Shooter |
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Dave,
Your double 1911 shoulder rig is the best I've found.
Thank You, |
| Tactical Shooter |
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Dave,
Got the CQB carbine. You are a true craftsman, its really a beautiful weapon.
Thanks, |
| Practical Shooter |
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Dave,
Great 45. I've been through more than 50,000 rounds in your pro model 1911. Not a single malfunction! Great gun all the way through the crucible.
Thanks! |
| Tactical Shooter |
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Dave,
I'm just back from the range. I put several hundred rounds through the pro model 1911. It is amazing. It functions perfectly with all kinds of ammo. It's a great gun. All the gear is working great. Very happy.
Thank you very much, |
| Navy Seal |
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Dave,
The 1911 is amazing, phenomenal! I compared it side by side with a collection of big name 1911s, there was no comparison, it was head and shoulders above all others. People are blown away when they handle your pro model. It's totally reliable, no problems. I'm so impressed I want all my guns and gear from you.
Thank you, |
| Navy Seal |
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Dave,
The CQB carbine has performed incredibly from 50-500 yards. The locking iron sights give me a lot of confidence because they won't get knocked out of calibration any time. They are an incredible design. The carbine consistently grouped 1/2" at 100 yards, and the optic worked in daylight and in dusk, and the extreme duty AR mags worked great, no problems. I really like the finger ring. Thanks again for the carbine, I will let you know how it handles the heat and the sand. |
| Military Operator |
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Dave,
I've tried several kinds of ammo in the new D&L carbine and haven't found anything it doesn't like. It shot very well so I am very pleased. In addition to the outstanding performance, the rifle is a pleasure to work with and handle. There is no question the dehorning work was a good value. The handguard, stock, sights are all exemplary in design and function, as is your workmanship. I couldn't be more pleased. Its been a pleasure doing business with you.
Thanks! |
| Dr./Shooter |
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Dave,
I am a deputy sheriff and work with the SWAT team. We use your mag carriers and are very pleased with the quality.
Thank you, |
| Deputy Sheriff |
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Dave,
I talk to my Army contacts and they want to use DLSATA to train up for Iraq and Afghanistan. I will be calling the Pentagon to keep working this. |
| Commander - US Army Task Force Hammer, Kyrgyzstan |
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Dave,
Got the D&L Pro Model Longslide!!!! It is a fine piece of craftsmanship. The trigger pull is perfect. You are a real artisan, an American craftsman. It operates flawlessly and the sights are dead on. The balance is perfect. I am very pleased.
Thanks again for your attention to detail. |
| Firearm Collector |
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