JAKL vs BRN180

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A viewer asked me to compare the PSA JAKL to the Brownells BRN-180. So, we take a look at both, compare them and I decide if I could only have one - which one would it be?

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chzzyg269
47 weeks ago

Good to see you posting again, MAC. 👍

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mflintstone
47 weeks ago

JAKL but in 308

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jhardwayz 47 weeks ago

Hmmm... Tuff choice, but great comparison...

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5fingerlovetouch 47 weeks ago

16in jakl upper has been running flawlessly for me suppressed and unsuppressed. I've got the gas tuned right in the sweet spot where I don't have to change anything when using the suppressor or not. I did notice some mags are tight on a newer billet lower, but seat smoothly on older forged lowers. Jakl is my new favorite.

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TexasJackal 47 weeks ago

I'd prefer the jakl.. it's a better looking rifle but I'd have to replace that tail hook butt stock..

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Carlbo 46 weeks ago

It really is a tough choice between the two.

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mofoq 47 weeks ago

hope the puppers got told he is a good doggo

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- MilitaryArms
  47 weeks ago
  
  About 100 times a day. :D He's my "go everywhere" buddy.
  
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  - mofoq 46 weeks ago
    
    definitely a good doggo
    
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CzechEm 47 weeks ago

so... do we need to start saying ... Me: PSA, can we have SIG SG550? PSA: We have SIG SG550 at home.

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CzechEm 47 weeks ago

por que no los dos?

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JMcCandles 47 weeks ago

Thanks for the comparison as they are both available in my favorite round chambering 300 Blackout,now I have a better understanding of the differences.

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GoodfellaD 46 weeks ago

Not sure about wanting either of these in this caliber. But really looking forward to the reviews of the 308 Jakl.

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72df 46 weeks ago

brn-180

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Grinder4382
44 weeks ago

think I'd go with the PSA, I really like that hybrid bolt design, seems like it will have better reliability and longevity.

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M0L0NL4BE
47 weeks ago

You said the BRN180 lower will accept any standard AR upper. That is not possible. The JAKL requires a proprietary buffer system on the lower, and it is still work in progress.

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- CzechEm 47 weeks ago
  
  Both will accept any standard lower. They are literally designed around the same pin, hammer, and deck geometry as the AR15. The only difference is that the Jakl needs a buffer threaded into the buffer tube, to prevent your lower (or even worse, the recoil spring becoming the buffer), while the BRN-180's guide-rod base-plate serves this function regardless of what bigger tube/stock you run. Yes, BOTH of these guns are seeing rolling changes and improvements, but that's no different than any of the other major manufacturers out there today. What's more, if you are willing to be an early adopter (and everything that goes along with it) both companies have FANTASTIC warranties and genuinely stand behind their products.
  
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  - M0L0NL4BE
    47 weeks ago
    
    The JAKL is a no go for me. On a standard AR lower, the buffer threads are used to mount pic rail stock mount (KNS precision). So no space for an additional proprietary buffer. The JAKL also has an overhang in the rear that may cause fitment issues with some lowers. The BRN180 lower is blocked off on the rear, so it will not accept any standard AR uppers that need buffer/spring/tube. The BRN180 uppers are a much more elegant drop in solution. I have 5 and even use one on my FightLite SCR lower. I was considering the JAKL but not anymore.
    
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sooothis1time 44 weeks ago

Please review the stealth arms platypus and do a torture test

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72df 46 weeks ago

nice gog btw.

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HiroNguy 33 weeks ago

Tough choice! I lean toward BRN180 due to fewer 4473 items. Just swap onto *the* lower that works with a few uppers.

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koltaine 32 weeks ago

JAKL. Its clear that PSA is investing in the platform and continuing to innovate.

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jdible 18 weeks ago

The Jackle inner workings really resemble a Daewoo DR or K 100. I got rid of mine (regrettably) due to concerns for spare parts. The Jakl may get the nod

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