I think most people are pretty familiar on this board with the new Charles Daly D-M4LE. Its the AR15 variant that strives to mirror 6920 specs, but at a price more people can afford. My initial thoughts were that it was a lofty goal, but one that would probably fall short.

For years the AR15 community has heard about Brand "X" is just as good as Colt, or that Brand "X" is better than Colt. There is lots of talk, but in the end, its usually based off one person who shoots infrequently, and is unfamiliar with what makes up the differences between the various AR15s. Without getting into brand wars, or brand bashing, there isn't much question that Colt is a pretty solid bench mark when it comes to the AR15.

The basic stats for the Charles Daly D-M4LE are listed below for those who haven't seen them yet.

# Chrome lined 4150 barrel with M-203 mounting groove
# M4 Feedramps
# Forged "F" front sight base with bayonet lug & rubber coated sling swivel
# Milspec diameter receiver extension with "H" buffer
# T-Marked Flattop upper
# 6-position telestock
# A2 "Birdcage" flash hider
# Oval Double Heat-Shield M4 forend
Additional items of note are that the barrels and bolts are proof fired and MPI tested on a random basis. The BCG is well staked, as is the castle nut, and the extractor uses a black insert, stout spring, and o-ring.

The below configuration is how the D-M4LE spent its first days, it was later reconfigured based on how I would carry it myself.