The AR-15 Discreet Carry Kit from TAC2 is a barrel removal system and fore end used to break down any AR-15 to fit into a brief case but still be available for quick re-assembly. We have some specs on the conversion kit, pictures, a video and some ideas for practical survival applications.
Specs
First, what is the thing? According to the Tac2 website:
TAC2 – DISCREET CARRY AR15/M16 KIT – This is a “no tools required”, barrel changing system, designed to work on your current AR15/M16 rifle/carbine. The system is designed to use a low-profile gas block, and allows your AR15/M16 to be broken down into three major components, for quick barrel changes, as well as covert concealment (DISCREET CARRY), or storage. A 16-inch barreled AR15/M16, with a collapsible stock, red dot sight, and two 30 rd. mags. can be carried in something as small as a briefcase. Full assembly and loading to firing condition can be accomplished in less than 30 seconds, with ease.
Parts:
- QC (Quick Change) Barrel nut and lock plate
- a 7-inch or 12-inch free float fore-end
- fore-end lock ring
- all made from 6061 T6 Aircraft aluminum, and black anodized
Pictures
Here are some pictures from Dry-Fire.com, who sell the kit along with a couple of briefcase options. Their basic kit starts at $225, and is $250 if you include a leather briefcase with pre-cut foam. (Click for Larger Pictures. All Pictures are from Dry-Fire.com
Parts Kit
7 and 12 Inch Forend Tubes
Upper and Briefcase
Barrel and Case
Full Storage
Heavy Duty Case Option
Survival Considerations
Obviously, there are some survival situations where you don’t want your AR in a briefcase in pieces, but other times it just might save you, or at least allow you to hold on to your gun.
In an urban survival situation you will be just another business person with a briefcase, (and hopefully an Urban Survival Bag). I really don’t have to tell you how important it will be in a time like that to keep your weapons private until absolutely necessary. You could also use it to avoid a martial law type gun collection like was used after Katrina.
Video
This video also comes from Dry-Fire.com What really impressed me was how thin and normal looking the briefcase appears. Also, I read a comment by the designer of this system, and although they advertise 30 seconds or less assembly, he says you can do it in 15-17 seconds easily with some practice.
What Do You Think?
Many people will immediately think of problems with your optics, which is the obvious problem. However, the designer says
My personal gun has an Eotech, and will go back to hitting a 1″ paster at 25yds. with ease, and an 8″ plate at 150yds.
Would you use this system?
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Hmm seems like a lot of work! Personally if you can afford it and want almost the same thing buy a AR Pistol. Small compact uses same ammo and magazines as a reg AR 15 and can be pretty much shouldered like a short AR. Another awesome advantage because its a pistol its legally concealable ^^
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Having a carbine that can hide in plain site is awesome. Obviously not a first line of defense (I CCW fof that) but a great piece of insurance! Ive always found the AR pistols to be clumsy at best. Concealable only in off-body carry or under long, heavy coats its almost as difficult to employ effectively as a broken down AR. An SBR or carbine is superior to any pistol platform and would be an amazing asset to have available in any sudden scenario. This would be great to store in an office or travel with you to your hotel room. If its ATA approved for air travel Im definitely going to get one.