Review: Spike's Tactical ST-15 M4 LE Carbine

[Aszerigan]

Sweet review, guys. Thanks for the plug, keep up the great work !!

 

[esrice]

Well the new M4 got its first real workout yesterday!

We decided to use it as a host weapon to test out 3 different muzzle devices.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...vs_pws_fsc556_pics_and_video.html#post1464808

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mvboxFBDv0[/ame]

It ran the entire test without a single hiccup. I continue to be impressed, as it shoots very soft for a factory carbine.

I'm thinking that Spike's needs to build me an SBR. . . .

 

[warmachine]

Ive been looking to build my own AR as soon as the finances are in line again (Im sure we all know about that with this economy) and you have just shown me which AR Im going to buy. Forget building, I'll just buy this one and customize it. I expected a few pictures and a quick overview of the gun but what I got was mind blowing. You guys have done an amazing job so far IMHO and look forward to reading more of what you have to offer. Rep inbound to LMW and ESRICE.

 

[Zero_ek]

I've already decided this will be my Wifes first AR.

 

[aclark]

Well the new M4 got its first real workout yesterday!

We decided to use it as a host weapon to test out 3 different muzzle devices.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...vs_pws_fsc556_pics_and_video.html#post1464808

YouTube - AR Compensator Comparison - esrice

It ran the entire test without a single hiccup. I continue to be impressed, as it shoots very soft for a factory carbine.

I'm thinking that Spike's needs to build me an SBR. . . .

What was the second flash suppressor? That one had nearly no flash at all.

 

[lovemywoods]

What was the second flash suppressor? That one had nearly no flash at all.

It was the standard A2 birdcage that came on the Spikes rifle.

 

[Aszerigan]

If anyone would like one of these, please click here for a special deal this week. And thanks to Evan and Dave for this review !

 

[esrice]

If anyone would like one of these, please click here for a special deal this week. And thanks to Evan and Dave for this review !

That is a CRAZY deal guys!

You no longer have an excuse to buy a DPMS or Olympic! Heck, even Bushmaster and RRA can't beat this!

 

[shadow6492]

Wow great deal!

If anyone would like one of these, please click here for a special deal this week. And thanks to Evan and Dave for this review !

 

[devildog178]

A Spike's dedicated .22 upper makes an excellent companion to thier 5.56 rifles!!! They are much more accurate then .22 conversion kits. Spikes customer service is top notch as well

 

[danielocean03]

Ordered mine today, really looking forward to it. Thanks again Andrew!

 

[danielocean03]

A Spike's dedicated .22 upper makes an excellent companion to thier 5.56 rifles!!! They are much more accurate then .22 conversion kits. Spikes customer service is top notch as well

I looked into one of those today along with the M4, that's on my short list.

 

[Suprtek]

 

[danielocean03]

Yeah, my "need" for an AR coupled with Esrice's awesomely comprehensive review was enough to do me in. This will be the longest three week wait ever, I'm already looking for accessories and ammo online....

Kinda makes me think of this:

 

[esrice]

Update:

lovemywoods ended up installing a black Ergo grip and Magpul MOE Trigger Guard on the Spike's rifle that he had laying around from another partial build.

On order he's got 4 30rd PMAGs, 2 20rd PMAGs, a Magpul ACS stock, and a Troy BUIS. Pictures will be posted when that stuff arrives.

 

[Citronman1980]

Awesome review!

I love my Spikes carbine. Built it a couple of months ago, and I've had a fun time with it.

You sir (esrice) are one of the reasons I decided to build a Spikes. Between your suggestions and a LOT of reading on my part, I had to build one. Now I curse you because I have a disease and all I can think of are ways to make it tacti-cool!

I concurr with your statement that it has an awesome trigger pull. I debated putting a two-stage trigger in mine while I was in the process of building it. I'm glad I didn't do it. Even the selector switch is unbelievably smooth comparedd to others I've held recently.

 

[esrice]

You sir (esrice) are one of the reasons I decided to build a Spikes. Between your suggestions and a LOT of reading on my part, I had to build one. Now I curse you because I have a disease and all I can think of are ways to make it tacti-cool!

You have been infected with BRD. Now go forth and be contagious.

Even the selector switch is unbelievably smooth comparedd to others I've held recently.

I know! I was just remarking to lovemywoods yesterday how the selector is oddly smooth and "clicky". I find it very comfortable and easy to actuate.

 

[greyhound47]

Great review! I used to love Spike's until they screwed me over on an in-house order back around the Obama election. Somehow, (gee, how mysterious) my order got cancelled and when I called to renew it they raised my price by 40%. Since then, NO SPIKES for me.

 

[firecop9774]

Hey, if you want to build your own, Spike's lowers are still on sale - I have one on the way:

Stripped Lowers​

Product 4/5

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ST-15 stripped rifle lower with safe/semi/auto bullet markings

Starting at: $179.95 $99.00
Save: 45% off

 

[danielocean03]

Great review! I used to love Spike's until they screwed me over on an in-house order back around the Obama election. Somehow, (gee, how mysterious) my order got cancelled and when I called to renew it they raised my price by 40%. Since then, NO SPIKES for me.

Wow, that sucks! I'm really sorry and surprised to hear that! I've heard nothing but positive things about their customer service before your post. It really bothers me to hear that considering the fact that I ordered a Spike's M4 (thanks to this review...) last week!