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Great Lakes GL-15 AR-15 Pistol .223 Wylde 7.5″ Nitride Barrel Bronze

UPC: 638457789218

$664.95

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Description

Great Lakes Firearms has been quietly building a reputation out of Michigan for putting together American-made ARs that punch above their weight, and this GL-15 pistol is a good example of why. The .223 Wylde chamber is the smart play here, splitting the difference between .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO spec so you can feed it either round with full accuracy and zero pressure concerns. Pair that with a 1:8 twist heavy-profile barrel and you have a compact gun that stabilizes everything from 55 grain plinking ammo up to heavier match loads.

What Sets the GL-15 .223 Wylde Pistol Apart

The 7.5-inch HBAR barrel wears a 4150 CRMOV nitride treatment for corrosion resistance and long service life, and it comes threaded 1/2×28 with a ported muzzle device already installed to help tame the blast a short barrel produces. A pistol-length gas system with a .750 gas block keeps it cycling reliably, and M4 feed ramps smooth out feeding when you are running it fast. Both the upper and lower are machined from 7075 aluminum, then coated in a bronze Cerakote finish that stands out on the rack without looking gaudy.

Built to Set Up Your Way

The flat-top upper gives you a full stretch of Picatinny rail for a red dot or backup irons, and the free-float M-LOK aluminum handguard leaves plenty of real estate for a light, hand stop, or whatever else you like up front. Keep in mind there are no sights in the box, so plan on adding an optic before your first range trip. It ships with a pistol buffer tube only, no brace included, which leaves the rear end of the gun open for you to configure how you see fit.

A Range-Ready Great Lakes AR Pistol

With a 30-round Magpul PMAG in the box and GLFA's lifetime warranty behind it, this is a fun, compact truck gun or range companion that will not leave you second guessing the build quality. Owners consistently report these guns running round after round without fuss, which is exactly what you want from a short-barreled AR.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Great Lakes Firearms & Ammunition (GLFA)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: GL15223P BRZ
  • UPC: 638457789218
  • Caliber: .223 Wylde (fires .223 Rem and 5.56 NATO)
  • Action: Semi-Automatic
  • Barrel: 7.5" 4150 CRMOV Nitride HBAR, 1:8 Twist
  • Muzzle Threads: 1/2×28
  • Gas System: Pistol-length, .750 Gas Block
  • Feed Ramps: M4
  • Receivers: 7075 Aluminum Upper and Lower
  • Handguard: 7" Free-Float Aluminum M-LOK
  • Finish: Bronze Cerakote
  • Capacity: 30 Rounds
  • Overall Length: 27.6"
  • Sights: None, Optics Ready Picatinny Rail
  • Brace: Not Included, Pistol Buffer Tube Only

What’s Included

  • Great Lakes GL-15 AR-15 pistol with pistol buffer tube
  • One 30-round Magpul PMAG magazine
  • Ported muzzle device (factory installed)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Great Lakes AR-15 pistol shoot both .223 and 5.56?

Yes. The .223 Wylde chamber is designed to safely handle both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition. Unlike a dedicated .223 chamber, it accepts the higher pressure of 5.56 without issue, and it typically gives up nothing in accuracy with either round.

Does this GL-15 pistol come with a brace or stock?

No. It ships with a bare pistol buffer tube only, so there is no brace or stock in the box. That leaves the rear of the gun open for you to set it up however you prefer.

Are there sights included with this AR pistol?

No sights come installed or in the box. The flat-top upper has a full-length Picatinny rail, so mounting a red dot, holographic sight, or a set of backup irons is quick and easy. Plan on adding an optic before your first range session.

What ammo weight works best with the 1:8 twist barrel?

The 1:8 twist is a versatile middle ground that stabilizes a wide range of bullet weights, roughly 55 to 77 grains. Common 55 and 62 grain range ammo shoots well, and it will also handle heavier match loads. Out of a 7.5 inch barrel, expect reduced velocity compared to a rifle, so keep shots at practical distances.

Additional information

UPC

638457789218

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

GL15223P BRZ

Action

Barrel Length

7.5"

Caliber/Gauge

.223 REM/5.56 NATO

Capacity

30

Color

BRONZE

Length

27.6000

Number of Magazines

1

Shipping Weight

8.0

Sights Type

NONE

State Restriction (IL)

NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA

State Restriction (OR)

NO SALE TO OREGON

State Restriction (RI)

NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND

State Restriction (WA)

NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON

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