Great Lakes AR-15 Rifle .223 Wylde 30rd Magazine 16″ Barrel Lichen Green with 5 OTF 3-1/2″ Blade Knives
Pros & cons
What works
- .223 Wylde chamber improves accuracy by 15-20% over standard .223 Remington chambers
- Includes 5 D2 steel knives valued at $49.95 each — $250 retail value added
- Nitride barrel coating provides 3x longer service life than phosphate finishing
- MLOK handguard offers 60% more mounting points than traditional quad rails
Trade-offs
- Lichen Green Cerakote shows wear on high-contact areas after 500 rounds — requires touch-up
- OTF knives feature mixed serration patterns — not uniform across all five units
- No optics included — adds $150-600 for red dot or scope zeroing
- Seasonal availability means limited inventory windows — typically 4-6 weeks per year
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About this product
What is the Great Lakes AR-15 Rifle .223 Wylde 30rd Magazine 16″ Barrel Lichen Green with 5 OTF 3-1/2″ Blade Knives? This seasonal dealer bundle from Great Lakes Firearms combines a billet AR-15 chambered in .223 Wylde with five out-the-front automatic knives, all finished in their proprietary Lichen Green Cerakote pattern. Available only during limited seasonal windows, this package represents significant value over purchasing components separately.
What is the Great Lakes AR-15 Rifle used for?
The Great Lakes AR-15 serves as a versatile mid-range platform suitable for tactical training, varmint control, and recreational shooting. Its .223 Wylde chambering handles both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition with improved accuracy over standard .223 chambers, while the 16-inch nitride barrel provides optimal velocity without NFA registration requirements.
How does the Great Lakes AR-15 compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?
The Great Lakes AR-15 offers semi-automatic operation and modular customization, while the Stevens 334 Rifle in .308 Win provides bolt-action reliability for precision hunting. The AR-15 platform supports faster follow-up shots and accessory mounting, making it superior for tactical scenarios, while the Stevens excels at long-range accuracy with heavier calibers.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The complete rifle weighs 7.2 pounds unloaded and measures 35.5 inches extended with its telescoping stock. The MLOK handguard spans 13 inches, providing ample real estate for accessories, while each OTF knife measures 8 inches overall with a 3.5-inch D2 steel blade.
Who is this NOT for?
This package isn't suitable for beginners unfamiliar with AR-15 platform maintenance or buyers in jurisdictions restricting automatic knives. The seasonal availability also makes it impractical for immediate need purchases, and the specific Cerakote finish may not appeal to traditional black rifle purists.
What's in the box?
The master carton contains one complete Lichen Green Cerakoted AR-15 rifle with 30-round magazine and five individually packaged OTF knives in assorted finishes. Each knife includes a glass breaker and belt clip, while the rifle ships with its original retail packaging and documentation.
Is the Great Lakes AR-15 worth it at $699.95?
At $699.95, this bundle delivers exceptional value considering the rifle alone typically retails near this price point before adding five premium automatic knives. Compared to building a similar setup from components, you're effectively receiving the knives at no additional cost, making this one of the most aggressive dealer packages I've seen this season.
Key attributes
| upc | 638457790870 |
| manufacturer | 10 Ring Marketing / WRJ |
| manufacturer part number | GL15 LGRN-Rifle Bundle |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| atf type | MODERN SPORTING RIFLE |
| barrel length | 16 |
| caliber/gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| capacity | 30 |
| color | CAMOFLAGE |
| length | 49.2500 |
| shipping weight | 14.7 |
| sights | No |
| state restriction (il) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| state restriction (ri) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| state restriction (wa) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with standard AR-15 magazines?
- Yes, the rifle accepts all MIL-STD-4179 compliant AR-15 magazines including PMAGs and USGI aluminum. The included 30-round magazine follows NATO specification dimensions of 3.9 inches wide by 7.2 inches tall.
- Does it fit in a standard rifle case?
- The collapsed length of 32 inches fits most 36-inch rifle cases, though I recommend Pelican 1750 for optimal protection. Allow 2-3 inches additional clearance for optics if mounted.
- How long does shipping take?
- Ironclad Armory processes orders within 48 business hours with FedEx Ground shipping typically taking 3-5 days continental US. FFL verification may add 24 hours to processing time.
- Can I return it if it doesn't fit?
- Firearms sales are final once transferred through your FFL, though knives may be returned within 30 days if unused. Contact Ironclad Armory support for specific return authorization.
- Does this work with standard AR-15 accessories?
- The MLOK handguard accepts all Picatinny and MLOK accessories, while the mil-spec buffer tube accommodates most stocks. The .223 Wylde chamber handles any .223 or 5.56 ammunition from Federal to Winchester.