Daniel Defense Mk18 RIS-2 on the way!

AR/M4 Custom Build Forum
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I just ordered a DD Mk18 RIS-2 and the barrel nut wrench. I am planning on a new upper being put together for a current build. Just accruing parts right now and am having a difficult time finding lower parts kits right now (like everyone else). I was fortunate to snag two BCM bolt groups and two BCM M4 uppers (sans barrels).

Pics to come once the Mk18 RIS-2 arrives.

Here are the component choices thus far:

  1. SABRE lower
  2. BCM upper (less barrel)
  3. DD Mk18 RIS-2 fore end
  4. BCM bolt group
  5. LMT SOPMOD buttstock
  6. Aimpoint ML3 in LaRue mount
  7. Knights Armament ambi mag release
  8. Troy flip-up front and rear sights

What I still need:

  1. Barrel.
  2. Lower parts kit.
  3. I think I will pick up a Knights or Troy singlepoint sling mount for the receiver endplate.
  4. Stubby Tango Down vertical foregrip
  5. Magpul MIAD or MOE grip
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I love mine. Great product.

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Are you using the Mk18 RIS-2 or the full length RIS-2? What length barrel/upper are you using it on?

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Well, I decided to tear down my trusty LMT 10.5 inch upper and place the Mk18 RIS-2 on it. I had previously been running this upper with a Knights RAS-2, LMT fixed rear buis, and Deiter CQD chopped vertical foregrip.

Today I pulled the barrel and gasblock (a bitch due to all the carbon buildup from copious fullauto fire), chopped the front sight off the gasblock, and gave the barrel and upper a detailed cleaning/degreasing.

Next up I will contour the gasblock and have a buddy bead blast and re-park it for me. Then the assembly begins. I hope to finish it this week.

Pictures to come when it is all finished.

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I’m thinking of doing the same thing. Can’t wait to see the pics of your finished product.

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You bought a great product.

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Excellent choice. I have one on my 6920 and it is rock solid, plus you have acres of rail space for all kinds of whiz bang accessories.:wink:

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I really like the Mk18 RIS-2, without a doubt my favorite rail system. I do wish DD would put integral QD sling swivel points in the rail, but that is a minor point. Still no pics, sorry guys…need to FIND my camera.

Another Mk18 will be heading my way soon to go on the Noveske 10.5 inch upper I bought from Bravo Co. I think this upper will take the place of the Colt M4 SOCOM heavy barreled upper I have sitting on my M16.