{"id":1833,"date":"2024-06-01T02:30:58","date_gmt":"2024-06-01T02:30:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1833"},"modified":"2024-06-01T02:30:58","modified_gmt":"2024-06-01T02:30:58","slug":"anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1833","title":{"rendered":"Anderson AM-15: Value-Priced, Not Cheap"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>My experience with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/rifles\/?fq=brand%3AAnderson+Manufacturing&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anderson Manufacturing<\/a> has been good, but limited to building my own rifles from Anderson parts. Recently, I obtained an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/anderson-manufacturing-am-15ar-15-5.56-nato-semi-auto-rifle-16-barrel-30-rounds-rifle-length-free-float-m-lok-hand-guard-carbine-stock-black\/FC-686162539741.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anderson AM-15<\/a> rifle and gave it a good workout. I felt that I needed another AR-15 for general use as a truck gun and pest popper. There was a budget, however.<\/p>\n<p>There are always shortages, sometimes due to real situations and more often panic driven. I thought it wise to add another <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/tactical\/ar-15-rifles\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AR-15<\/a> to my modest battery. The upper and lower receivers from Anderson have been well suited to economy builds. I looked at what it had to offer in a complete rifle.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"186\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?resize=640%2C186&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Anderson AM-15 .223\/5.56 Ar-15 rifle, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-95836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?resize=300%2C87&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?resize=150%2C44&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is the rifle tested as issued.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>As is often the case with aftermarket parts and builds, I sometimes had difficulty meshing parts together but nothing on the order of building a 1911 handgun. The Anderson parts simply worked well, and I ended up with a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/rifles\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rifle<\/a>. Accuracy often depended on the barrel and trigger I used, more so than the receivers.<\/p>\n<p>Anderson has introduced several desirable rifles and carbines in the past few years, including some in .308, a Precision rifle, and 9mm carbine. They are interesting and affordable. The market for AR-15 rifles is huge and a rifle with good features and an attractive price point will prosper.<\/p>\n<p>The rifle must be useful, however, not simply cheap. The rifle illustrated sells for less than $700 but features an M-Lok forend, a nice addition. I added the Magpul stock based on prior preference and the fact that I had an extra on hand. I also added a Black Rain Ordnance bolt carrier.<\/p>\n<p>I like the fit and finish. For a \u2018keeper\u2019 rifle, it was a good choice. Yes, the Anderson ended up fitting the bill nicely. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/ar-15-magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magazines<\/a> used during the test and evaluation were <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?fq=brand%3AMagpul&amp;fq=price%3A7%2C2527&amp;page=1&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magpul<\/a>. These are the premier AR-15 magazines available, and they are affordable as well. So, I have a good stock of these.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anderson AM-15 Specifications and Features<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Operating system:<\/strong> Direct gas impingement semi-auto rifle<\/li>\n<li><strong>Caliber:<\/strong> .223 Wylde (accepts 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Barrel length:<\/strong> 16 inches<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twist rate:<\/strong> 1:8 inches<\/li>\n<li><strong>Overall weight:<\/strong> 7 pounds<\/li>\n<li><strong>Overall length:<\/strong> 32.5 inches (collapsed) and 36.125 inches (extended)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Matte black<\/li>\n<li>A2 flash hider<\/li>\n<li>Forged 7075-T6 aluminum upper\/lower receivers<\/li>\n<li>Flat-top, optics-ready<\/li>\n<li>Low-profile gas block<\/li>\n<li>M-Lok free-float, aluminum handguard<\/li>\n<li>A2 pistol grip<\/li>\n<li>6-position M4 collapsible carbine stock<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The trigger of an AR-15 rifle is very important. In a rifle for home and area defense not so much. In a precision rifle, the trigger is very important. I would never add an aftermarket trigger to a rifle I have not thoroughly tested. The trigger just may be fine as issued. Then again, it may not.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?resize=640%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Black Rain Ordnance bolt carrier\" class=\"wp-image-95833\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Black Rain Ordnance bolt carrier is a well finished carrier.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The trigger action in the Anderson is a stainless-steel trigger that seems well made and durable. Trigger compression was 7.1 pounds. That isn\u2019t a light trigger, but it breaks clean and is controllable in rapid fire. Reset is good.<\/p>\n<p>I did not expect great accuracy from a 16-inch barrel carbine with a seven pound trigger. Just the same, accuracy was decent to good. Fit and finish are good, and the internal parts seem to mesh well.<\/p>\n<p>I looked in the ammunition larder, near the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/rifle-ammo\/223-remington-and-556-nato\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.223\/5.56mm<\/a> stockpile, and looked over several red dot sights. Some are inexpensive, some pricey. A good buy, and the only RDS I own two of, is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/?fq=brand%3ASIG+Sauer&amp;fq=price%3A1%2C10200&amp;page=1&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIG<\/a> Romeo5. This sight isn\u2019t expensive.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SIG ROMEO5 Specifications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 5.1 ounces<\/li>\n<li><strong>Battery life:<\/strong> 40,000 Hours (4.5 Years)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Illumination settings:<\/strong> 8 daytime &amp; 2 night vision<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dot size:<\/strong> 2 MOA<\/li>\n<li><strong>Objective lens:<\/strong> 20mm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Waterproof:<\/strong> IPX 7<\/li>\n<li><strong>Footprint:<\/strong> Aimpoint T2<\/li>\n<li><strong>Battery:<\/strong> CR2032<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $120<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you wish to deploy it on a quick on and off mount or more advanced adjustments this won\u2019t do. However, for most shooting, most of the time, the SIG works out well. I purchased the first one about four years ago. It has ridden on several rifles. I like the easy on and off setting, outstanding battery life, and the very visible adjustable red dot. It wasn\u2019t any trouble to sight the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/sig-sauer-romeo5-1x20-compact-red-dot-sight-2-moa-red-dot-reticle-.5-moa-adjustments-cr2032-battery-picatinny-style-low-riseco-witness-mount-matte-black\/FC-798681553396.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Romeo5<\/a> in with a minimum of ammunition expended.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?resize=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"SIG ROMEO5 red dot sight mounted on a Anderson Arms AM-15 rifle\" class=\"wp-image-95835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mounting optics is simple with the Anderson rail.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Range Testing<\/h2>\n<p>After lubricating the bolt carrier, I loaded the magazines with affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/f\/federal\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal<\/a> American Eagle FMJ ammunition. I used 55-grain loads during the initial evaluation. The rifle is fast in handling. I appreciate the M-Lok forend, as the 15-inch aluminum handguard allows good leverage and fast handling.<\/p>\n<p>The rifle turned in good results (as expected) in fast-paced defense drills. I fired at 25 and 50 yards. The rifle exhibited excellent combat accuracy. I fired a solid 80 rounds, two 30-round and one 20-round magazine, with good results. A few of these cartridges were expended in firing at debris on the 100-yard berm.<\/p>\n<p>Firing for accuracy is essential. In this case, the rifle was fitted with a decent quality \u2014 but not highly developed \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/red-dot-and-holographic-sights\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">red dot sight<\/a>, without a rifle scope, so 100-yard testing was a stretch. I set the red dot the smallest dot. It took a few rounds to establish hold under.<\/p>\n<p>My 25-yard combat\/home defense zero had the rifle firing about six inches high at 100 yards. I will establish a \u2018compromise\u2019 zero later. I took my time and controlled the trigger off the bench. A heavy trigger is more noticeable in benchrest fire, but it didn\u2019t have any grit in the trigger action that I could detect. I fired five loads for accuracy at 100 yards, firing three-shot groups, and these were the results.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Load<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Group Size (inches)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Federal American Eagle 55-grain<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Federal Green Tip 62-grain<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Federal 55-grain JSP<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Tula Steel Case 55-grain<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Fiocchi 40-grain VMAX<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.35<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>That is a narrow spread in accuracy and probably a reflection more on the trigger and optics than the rifle. The Anderson AM-15 is reliable and performs well for its modest price. Like all AR-15 rifles it is easily <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/ar-15\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">upgraded<\/a>. The stock, handguard, and internals are fine. The AM-15 is a step above most rifles in the price range.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postscript<\/h2>\n<p>I liked the rifle more on the second outing. With the red dot already <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/zero-rifle-long-distances\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">zeroed<\/a>, I did not cram so much into a single range session. The rifle is pure AR with rapid magazine changes and easy hits. I realized, considering the optics fitted, the 100-yard results obtained earlier were actually very good. This is a keeper rifle for me.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What features would you look for in a mid-level AR-15? How do you rate SIG\u2019s Romeo5? Share your answers in the Comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\">\n<div data-effect=\"slide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" alt=\"10 shots in the x-ring of a silhouette target\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95839\" data-id=\"95839\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-14.jpg?resize=640%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-14.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-14.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">At 50 yards, center punching the target was no great challenge.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"533\" alt=\"five shots, offhand, at 100 yards in the head of a silhouette target\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95838\" data-id=\"95838\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-13.jpg?resize=640%2C533&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-13.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-13.jpg?resize=300%2C250&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-13.jpg?resize=150%2C125&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The author tried five shots, off-hand, at 100 yards. Not bad, but not great in the grand scheme of things. However, it was certainly ok for standing on two legs and firing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"380\" alt=\"Silhouette target shot from 25 yards using a red dot sight\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95837\" data-id=\"95837\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-12.jpg?resize=640%2C380&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-12.jpg?resize=300%2C178&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-12.jpg?resize=150%2C89&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">At 25 yards rapid fire, allowing the trigger to reset and finding the red dot, firing with both eyes open, results were excellent.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"186\" alt=\"Anderson AM-15 .223\/5.56 Ar-15 rifle, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95836\" data-id=\"95836\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?resize=640%2C186&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?resize=300%2C87&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-11.jpg?resize=150%2C44&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This is the rifle tested as issued.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" alt=\"SIG ROMEO5 red dot sight mounted on a Anderson Arms AM-15 rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95835\" data-id=\"95835\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?resize=640%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-10.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Mounting optics is simple with the Anderson rail.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" alt=\"Black Rain Ordnance bolt carrier with the upper and lower receivers\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95834\" data-id=\"95834\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-9.jpg?resize=640%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-9.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-9.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Fit and finish of the Black Rain bolt carrier are good, and the carrier keys are properly staked.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" alt=\"Black Rain Ordnance bolt carrier\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95833\" data-id=\"95833\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?resize=640%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-8.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Black Rain Ordnance bolt carrier is a well finished carrier.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"574\" alt=\"Federal American Eagle .223 55-grain ammunition\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95832\" data-id=\"95832\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-7.jpg?resize=640%2C574&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-7.jpg?w=642&amp;ssl=1 642w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-7.jpg?resize=300%2C269&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-7.jpg?resize=150%2C135&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">During most of the test fire, the author used Federal American Eagle 55-grain FMJ ammunition.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"340\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting the Anderson AM-15 in rapid fire\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95831\" data-id=\"95831\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-6.jpg?resize=640%2C340&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-6.jpg?resize=300%2C159&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-6.jpg?resize=150%2C80&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Firing off-hand in rapid fire, the Anderson Manufacturing AM-15 proved to be a formidable defense rifle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"149\" alt=\"muzzle brake on an AR-15 rifle barrel\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95830\" data-id=\"95830\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-5.jpg?resize=640%2C149&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-5.jpg?resize=300%2C70&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-5.jpg?resize=150%2C35&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The rifle sports a decent muzzle brake.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"392\" alt=\"Magpul 6-position rifle stock\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95829\" data-id=\"95829\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-4.jpg?resize=640%2C392&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-4.jpg?resize=300%2C184&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-4.jpg?resize=150%2C92&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Magpul stock is a good addition.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"511\" alt=\"fit of the upper and lower receiver of an AR-15 rifle\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95828\" data-id=\"95828\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-3.jpg?resize=640%2C511&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-3.jpg?resize=300%2C239&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-3.jpg?resize=150%2C120&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The upper and lower receivers seem well fitted.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"210\" alt=\"Anderson Arms AM-15 AR-15 semi-automatic rifle, right profile\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95827\" data-id=\"95827\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-2.jpg?resize=640%2C210&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-2.jpg?resize=300%2C99&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-2.jpg?resize=150%2C49&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Anderson AM-15 provided good results during the test fire.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"365\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting the Anderson Arms AM-15 rifle offhand.\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-95826\" data-id=\"95826\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-1.jpg?resize=640%2C365&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-1.jpg?resize=300%2C171&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Anderson-AM-15-1.jpg?resize=150%2C86&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This is an enjoyable rifle to fire off-hand.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=anderson-am-15-value-priced-not-cheap\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My experience with Anderson Manufacturing has been good, but limited to building my own rifles from Anderson parts. Recently, I obtained an Anderson AM-15 rifle and gave it a good workout. I felt that I needed another AR-15 for general use as a truck gun and pest popper. There was a budget, however. 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