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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ก.ย. 2016
- Shooting and discussing my new AR, the Daniel Defense DDM4 V7. Nope, this is not another one of the low-end AR15s like we've recently taken looks at. It's a bit pricy as compared with those; although still not at the highest end.
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You will never know how much your videos mean to me,a little background I am in my mid 60's I took an early retirement from law enforcement in Canada now. Living in TX. I have been a shooter/collector for 50yrs but because of stage 4 lung cancer I am unable to go out shooting so I rely on mr. Hickok 45 for giving the next best thing.thx. From the bottom of my heart.
Glad we're able to provide you some entertainment. Life is definitely not fair, is it.
being from canada U might wish to know there are some people in toronto who grow ,extract,flash freeze,and ship some stuff that rips the bark off many cancers..lemme know if u want contact info
chico1953gonzales ii
You still around brotha? Hope you're doing okay.
god keep you through this illness. your me and my wifes daily prayers.
You are like the Bob Ross of firearms.
Rusty Shackleford lol right we’re are just going to shoot that happy little bush there
Except without all the cocaine. He is always smoking pots tho. 😉
Talk bout some dang ole yo man
This comment is so over used please people stop saying this its not clever or funny anymore
I met Hickok 45 in Las Vegas this year. My life is complete.
This guy is just too pleasant to listen to, I've never seen someone so relaxed, especially around guns.
Unless a gun is loaded and pointed at you, there is no reason to not be relaxed around them XD
Isn't that the disposition of most educators and/or instructors? I believe so. This man has be a firearm enthusiast, competition shooter, law enforcement officer and so on for long then most of us have been alive.
He's the Bob Ross of guns.
I'd totally wanna spend an afternoon with this guy. He's so relaxed and explains things perfectly
Please do not use a rifle to shoot a fly in your house...a shotgun is much better for that type of application! : )
knife 'em
Obviously a flamethrower is more likely to hit the fly so it is the more effective weapon for the job
just throw tanerite all over and pull out a shotgun.
you guys are doing it all wrong, C4 is the way to go...
good))
I own this exact model. I've ran about 1500 rounds through it of all kinds of mixed ammo. It hasn't failed once. I love this gun and recommend it to anyone.
How much did it cost?
@@angelaferkel7922 now, over $2000.
@@hoppinggnomethe4154 just picked mine up this week, excited to try it out. Was lucky to get 1 of 2 that my shop got in, within the last 12 months.
@@angelaferkel7922 1700 now
@@Elpolloloco47 1900 now lol
Hey hickok, you might have already heard, but there a virtual reality game called "Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades". It's basically a virtual gun range. Anyway, the developer created a range modeled after yours, even including clay pots, so now I can finally live the dream of pot smoking on the hickok45 range!
20:00 "In most of the FREE states.."
From your mouth to God's ears my friend.
Just started building my first AR and I happened upon one of Hickok's videos after years of watching, just wanted to say thanks so much for the entertaining and informative videos over the many years. You are seriously the best on on youtube.
I bought this rifle because of your review and opinion! Could not have been happier with my DDM4V7
I plan to get it as my next rifle. Got a Zpap m70 a few months ago. How has your rifle been holding up do you still love it
Grabbing the ddm4 v7 pro myself
@@boomerak4774 I have like 2000 rounds through it. I still love it
@@simpledude5974 Nike man! You’ll love it
@@boomerak4774 put a new trigger ufffff
Hick45
Ar's are like potato chips you can't have
Just one.
Don't say that. I don't want to be broke...
Don Waldron ARs are illegal in Canada :(
Haha 👍
+Gamestyle01 It's totally legal. It's restricted class firearm requiring you to have a RPAL license.
Kevin W ah! Well I've got my restricted firearms license. Any ideas for a first time AR?
Great video, sir. Thank you for your time and sharing your many years of experience in this field. you are one one of the only people's option I actually listen to other than my fathers opnion, who was a WW2 Vet. I was very lucky to have been brought up around firearms and to learn the things I have learned.
I bought the exact same rifle two weeks ago. It is my first Daniel Defense and not my last. The fit and finish is what sold me. It is good to know that you gave it your stamp of approval Hickok45. The thing just runs and looks even better. Thanks for all the great videos over the years.
The old one is so iconic. Whenever I see that gun Vietnam always comes to mind.
I just purchased a DDM4 V11 Tornado. I can't tell you just how happy I was when you said your DDM4 was now your favorite AR. It is my first AR.
Thank you so much for all the videos you have made. I have been watching them throughout my brief history as a firearm enthusiast. I have learned so much.
Hickok, the humility in your descriptions of firearms has always been one of my favorite things about your videos. You are obviously very well versed in many many firearms but I'd like to thank you for the down to earth approach.
Thanks for all your handgun and rifle reviews Hickok ! Especially your AR reviews and thoughts, just bought a BCM Reece myself ! Love that shooting gallery range ! God Bless all us Patriots and Freedom Fighters ! Honor all the military vets and always remember our history and protect this free nation 1776 RW, PH 1941, NYC 2001 ! Keep it safe and sane all !
Excellent shooting on those red plates...you make it look easy.
he using an AR it is easy
Daniel defense barrel, what you expect xD
Hickok I just purchased my very first AR15. Thanks for making good videos, because it is one of the ones you did a video on. Thanks!
Late to the comment party, but this is the first AR I bought, pro version with Giselle trigger, for the reasons you stated. Its just goes above and beyond what you would ever need. It still throws a hunk of metal downrange fast. It just does it more reliably with a bit more style.
i just watch these before bed very relaxing lol
It's always funny to me how many people are stuck in the past in the firearms community lol. Great gun and great video as always.
Hickock started this.. major appreciation for him. Hes the main reason Im such a collector. Props man, we appreciate you!
Still a great AR platform 7 years later. Relevant video 2024.
Thousands of rounds .223/5.56 later and very little wear on my barrel. Stock V7- 2018.
Look at Warrior Poets sling. Recommend.
Hick 45 always appreciate the unbiased facts and reviews that you provide. God Bless.
I love my DDM4V7, it is probably my favorite over my DDM4V5 and BCM/DDV11... I know many people complain about the price of DD, BCM, etc... But I have seen a lot of people buy lesser expensive rifles then change out a bunch of stuff to get it like they want and actually end up with more invested... I love my DD rifles and I would gladly buy another one...
I just got mk12 what kind of groups u getting @ 100 yards
KARASU357 hey. I see that you have both the v5 and v7. Can you tell me the diff other than the rail?
KARASU357 hey. I see that you have both the v5 and v7. Can you tell me the diff other than the rail?
I have the v7 as well, I love it to death. Amazing gun
another great video from the compound! just got my first AR, went with the Daniel Defense DDM4V5. Love it so far
thanks guys
Always informative and always enjoyable. Thank you for what you do hickok45. Your laugh makes me smile every time when you are destroying targets.
my favorite guy to watch. love your channel. I've been wondering which ar to buy and would be my first. after few months searching im pretty sure im going with dd. love the look and something i can just put an optic on and be happy with it. keep up the awesome vids.
I was introduced to this platform in July 1971 during Basic Training @ Lackland AFB. I still prefer the A1 or A2. I am looking to get one in the near future.
San Antonio up in here!
get an fn 15
Good old Lackland! Thanks for your servcie
You hit Lackland about the time I was leaving and it was already hot in the old Army Air Corps barracks we got assigned to lol
I always enjoy the little extra clip at the end of your videos, it's like the pay off for staying until the end.
I swear this man's sarcastic humor sends me to the floor in hysterical laughter every time. LOVE YOU HICKOK45
Just picked up a V7 based on your recommendation. Love it
Great balanced review as always. You've sold me on DD.
There are lots of great TH-cam gun channels. Hickock45 stands above by always having fun, which is really why we all love shooting guns in the first place.
Mr Hickok 45. I watch your videos all the time. I am so inspired by you. I was in the service for 10yrs and I love my weapons. I like the set up of your shooting range. I’m hoping one day to actually own something like this not too long from now. Getting to meet you in person sir would mean a lot. God bless you sir keep doing what your doing it’s making impact.
I love this gun, I have owned one for five years. The new rails look great, so does the pistol grip and the butt stock. I have a Mark AR leupold scope and a 45 with the Delta red dot. My 10-year-old uses it for deer hunting and I love to hunt hogs with it. The TLR-1 Light is great too.
That’s so awesome even hunting? Man what a dream!
Damn Daniel....
Back at it again with the 5.56
so casual yet the most informative video out there!!! and ive been researching this DD rifle for a while. minen is arriving tomorrow!!
I've watched a lot of this mans videos and i can tell you, he can take on a whole army with that quick accuracy of his..
older style is nice, but for comfort and customizations the updated style is nice.
Iam a huge fan of the minimalist stock though.
I'm watching this video while holding my DDM4V7. Absolute beast of an AR and it's worth every penny.
Devin Hill better than bush master and sig sauer ?
Shade Ss undoubtedly better than bushmaster, and far better than sig.. Daniel defense makes some of the finest AR's money can buy...
Just got a used older DDM4, never had an AR before. Super excited to give it a try.
Thinking of getting the ddm4v11 or this one can’t choose any tips?
YourModSucks clouds I got a DDM4V1 like 3 days ago and I love it
Yet another great review, thanks Hickok45!
I love that you touched on Magazines. People always ask me why I have so many. It's basically like owning clothes. Would you rather have ten T-shirts or have one that you have to continuously wash every single day. Would you rather have 30 magazines for an AR or have one you have to reload over and over again.
hello from Clarksville hickok. Been watching you for about a year now. love your videos sir.
Great review, love my DDM4 V7 but mine is the older version. Just a great AR IMO.
Really enjoy all your great videos. Keep up the good work!
Your videos are always the best. My favorite!
Will you be my grandpa?
Michael Brown - too late. He's already my Grandpa
Too bad for you -- I volunteered to be his wife. And child. And brother, sister, grandchild, niece, nephew and .... He mine. All I'm saying. @@sheldonjplanktonn
@@OnceUponAnotherTime dam it Joseph
@@OnceUponAnotherTime come on man, share 😢
what's wrong with the one you got now?
Nice review. I purchased the same rifle a couple months ago. According to a DD rep. the polymer dust cover proved more robust in their testing, I like the look of the aluminum dust cover better also but I'm going to stick with the polymer one. Keep up the nice work.👍
Great review as always Hickok45! Keep them coming! Best wishes from Cleveland Ohio.
hickok45 thank you for your channel and review of the DDM4 V7, just picked one up Sunday....
2,145,940 subscriptions. Amazing, Hickok45. Nice to be in your numbers.
The older Style bringe me back to Cod Black Ops... Man... good old times
Another nice feature is the flared mag well; helps get that mag in there quicker and easier without looking. That gas system helps keep recoil to a minimum so a follow up is quicker without loss of accuracy.
Watched a ton of videos by you over the years. This one was pretty darn good. Keep it up! I really need to take a look at one of these.
It's a musket!!! Gotta love the old A2 with the build in carry handle...
I’m watching this video after I just placed an order for this rifle directly from DD. I purchased the pro version in gray!
Very nice gun looking toward to seeing it again maybe in chapter2 thanks for all you do Mr Hickok 45!!!!!!
I tell you guys, this particular AR platform imo is absolutley outstanding! I own the DDM4V11 which is def comparable except that the v11 is keymod. But i have just put the v7 on layaway. I've got a Lantac Dragon muzzlebreak, an Elzetta mini CQB weaponlight, BCM Gunfighter charging handle, AimPoint Pro red dot (love the durability), just regular Magpul front & rear flip-up sights for cowitness
I love muzzle breaks, but only when they are on a firearm that it provides the functionality for which I would use the break: negate muzzle rise to allow faster follow-up shots. So recoil is only indirectly involved with my opinion of muzzle breaks; some may have other reasons for which a break is the best tool to use. I've got a .300 WinMag rifle, a 8mm Mauser, several 7.62x54mm rifles, and a couple of Garands; none of these has a muzzle break on it and I love shooting ever one of them. In my opinion an AR just doesn't require a break, but I do have breaks on my AKs. Although an SKS fires the same round as the AKs, I see a muzzle break as optional because of their weight. So a muzzle break, just like a fire arm, is a tool to be used where it is useful for one reason or another. On the powerful cartridges listed first, if you are recoil sensitive and this causes you to less accurate than you would otherwise be, then the use of the muzzle break would make perfect sense. I even have a muzzle break on one of my fighting pistols.
I think competitive shooters like them on ARs so that they can double-tap targets quicker and such. Not needed on ARs, though, for my purposes. The 5.56 creates plenty of blast and noise as it is.
I shoot flies off the wall in my living room all the time. Pisses my neighbors off though. I really need to get out of this apartment!
Years ago I bought my first and only AR, a bushmaster xm15 with the moe furniture. That was my "I know nothing about ar15's" purchase but the gun works just fine. I really love the look of these newer free float rails
I have the same model but 4 years old. Mine has a different fore stock; more rounded. It has short strips of picatinny rail top, bottom and sides up at the front and I dropped a Wilson combat trigger into it as well. It's my only AR and I love it!
I feel honored to own a rifle that hickok45 owns.
I am going to get a V7LW within a month
@@ottoskorzeny7984 - Did you end up getting one?
I have the DDM4V7 pro. The best rifle I’ve ever owned! Would go to war with it and I’m ex military.
If you continue to watch Hickock,you will own many more that he also owns. Go ahead and purchase another safe now.
16:02 Is that a magazine in your pocket, or are you just happy to shoot it?
Very grateful to own a AR and loving yours Mr. Hickok45 👍👍👍
LOL! I went to Marine Corps boot camp in 1986. They made us shoot the Vietnam A1 version. The rifle was shaky and rattley as all heck, but even with its iron sights, it was as accurate as all heck! Even out to 500 yards. I'd pay 5G to legally own one of those old boys....
Nice musket!
I'm not a gun snob. Whatever works, works for me as far as guns go. But dang I love my DD rifle above the rest.
Agreed, I have two v11s and got rid of my other two... once you go DD, it's hard to shoot a lesser AR!
@@1969plato about to buy this or a BCM, what would make you choose this over the BCM. BTW, the more research I do, the more I want the DD.
@@davidcooper6212 I'm not super familiar with BCM, I hear they make pretty good stuff. The basic differences are barrel, trigger, and upper. I'd suggest to look at the components and see if it's worth the money, DD rifles are a little pricey, but the components are what drives it up.
V4 or 11 which would you go with and why what’s the difference
The 221 people that disliked this video have to hate their lives. Even if you hate guns Hickok45 is just a good dude spitting knowledge.
Hickok, your videos are the best.
"Well, I've got 8 or 9 shots. It'll probably take me that many to actually hit it. Cinder block!"
*proceeds to obliterate cinder block on the first shot*
I don't think the ADT signs keeping anyone away hickok, its the sounds of .45 and .223. lmao
Is this capable of firing 22 assault clips in half a second?
+Bottomlands how is he being a douche? It's a joke
I'll take "What's a meme?" for 500.
+Bottomlands chill dude. No need to be so offended.
magazine and not really semi auto only.
Haha that meme never gets old.
I like how that .223 puts a neat hole through a concrete block. I guess that demonstrates why the army chose that round.
Great review on a fantastic rifle. The integrated QD swivel attachment points are fantastic! I would like to add that DD is the only company in the US of A manufacturing their CHF barrels the way they are. There is no doubt Marty Daniel is making a fantastic product. You need to get your paws on the new DDM4 ISR. The darn thing is quiet and incredibly accurate!!!
Just bought the upper guys 700 not a bad price for perfection ! Recoil is minimal ! Just great quality . Thanks for the great review Mr Hickok45 ! It just confirms my decision that my purchase was justified! Yes!!!!!
Where did you find this upper for 700 ??
Where did you find this upper for $700?
where'd you get it?
Nice, you've helped me make my choice. Preciate u buddy GOD bless😁👊✊👊
Great overview of this model! I like the M-Lok system on the rail for all the add-ons.
idk if many people noticed but the consistency when it throws the brass is awesome
I like the looks of this gun but I still prefer the A2 look.
Totally. Very clean, smooth look. Also love the carry handle, those never get old!
My first AR was a bushmaster xm15 which was very A2 like, A2 upper with carry handle, 20 inch Barrel and a fixed stock. Still my favorite to this day.
Nah i prefer this look.
I'm shooting flies in my living room with AR-15 HICKOK 😂😂😂😅
I have a DPMS Carbine that I have updated with a Gas Tube, Mag Pul For end, Trigger Guard, Flash Light, Bushnell Red-Dot, CT Co-Whit Laser and a Wilderness Tactical Single Point Sling... Still OLD School as I was raised with Remington 700 Series and 40XB-BR years with my Dad! You're right they do have their niche though especially in today's world...
Just bought my DDM4v7 today.. thanks for the video, Hickok.
I love Daniel Defense, I own this rifle, the DDM4v11, and the MK18 pistol
jelly on the pistol
H&K should send you their latest 416!
I just ordered 6 pmags and TH-cam recommended this video first thing. I love this man. Like snoop once said "he just doesn't miss".
I picked up this AR two months ago & puts the magpul pros on it. Shoots awesome!! DD makes quality rifles
am building my first ar 15 and I went with BCM Gunfighter
5:11 HAHAHA the story whit the Bug :D
Just bought my DDM4 V7 today, picking it up tomorrow. I am super excited for this purchase.
Just bought one of these to go with my POF.
Love my POF, and it will stay my go-to, but I wanted something top tier with a slim rail just because it feels so nice.
Just bought a DD MK12! Set me back 2.2K total!….NOT cheap… won’t be able to pay off all my credit card bill until June but really had my eyes on the 12 for a while now. It’s basically that DDM4 lower with a new upper and an 18 inch barrel. A bit heavy with the quad rails but love it…
And the reason I bought it? The same as you. Previously, I already bought a S&W M&P-15. I love it! So accurate, reliable and can spit out everything from 55 grain to NATO M855 green tips. Still, I got my eyes on the 12 since I lay my eyes on it. Such a sexy sexy beast, so comfy and it just feel…feel so right! But mostly, it’s 18 inch barrel, and you can’t beat a DD barrel, with the 1/7 twist means I can shoot anything from 55 grain to 77 grain match grade rounds easy! It’s a bit heavier than my M&P but it’s worth it. Will it replace my M&P? No. I look at them as compliment to each other. One is a Toyota Camery, the other, after I drop 2K more on an ACOG, a good laser designator, MAGPUL grip, light, back up iron sights etc, it will be a Ferrari to end all Ferraris! It’ll be the centerpiece of my firearm collection! I’ll love both they’ll be different but they will be different uses but like you, I’ll love both!
Damn Daniel!
BCM makes a great AR for the money
BCM makes great stuff period, the price is a bonus.
I may be black but Sir! Your channels speaks volumes,
Thoroughbred teachings I believe every U.S. citizens should arms themselves after all we done to help other nations. They may not feel the same way. I believe in GOD PEACE LOVE and our 1st and 2nd Amendment right all for freedom to speak and to bear arms is a giving right and to protect our families the same as our forefathers has done. Keep up the GREAT WORK!!!
I love this guy. Hickok45 is like everyone's Dad/Grandpa in the gun community.
I wish companies would make more A2 style ones.
build one
Go with Windham Weaponry!! You will not be disappointed!
Thanks!
I met the people of DD for the first time today at The Great American Outdoor Show and they were just the nicest folks. I never would have considered an AR from them until now. The only problem is price...Can anybody explain why Daniel Defense's rifles are so worth the money?
They make damn near everything in house, they are one of only a few companies in the world to own and operate a cold hammer forging machine, and as the other comment said, their quality is at the top of the list. They are expensive, but you get what you pay dor
I understand your thoughts about assembling your own rifle. However, I find it to be fun to build your own rifle and you learn a lot about how everything works. I personally recommend buying a factory built AR first though. Great video as usual
Thanks for the demonstration, fun to watch you shoot a rifle that will put them exactly where you drift that trigger.