Daniel Defense DD5V5 .260 Remington 20” AR 10 Semi Auto Rifle w/Scope
SOLD FOR: $1,725.00
WOA#: WY240413KF125
Make: Daniel Defense
Model: DD5V5 (.260)
Serial Number: DD5016489
Year of Manufacture: 3/5/2019 included build tag.
Caliber: .260 Remington
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, direct impingement rifle fed by detachable AR10 pattern magazines.
Markings: The Left side of the lower receiver is marked, “DANIEL DEFENSE BLACK CREEK, GA / U.S.A. / MODEL DD5 / CAL. MULTI / DD5016489”. The gas block is marked “U” and “S”. The right side of the lower is marked “SEMI SAFE”. The dust cover is marked “DD”. The left side of the upper is marked “.260 DD5V5”. The pistol grip is marked “ERGO GRIP”. The unimount is marked “LEUPOLD”. The Scope is marked “CRIMSON TRACE 3-24×56”.
Barrel Length: 20”. 21.75” with the Daniel Defense muzzle device.
Sights / Optics: The top of the receiver and forend have a full length picatinny rail. Mounted to the picatinny rail is a Leupold cantilever unimount with a Crimson Trace 3-24×56 scope with a first focal plane LR1-MIL Reticle, side parallax adjustment, illuminated reticle, .1Mil adjustment turrets, and flip up scope caps. The sight picture is clear, the scope is in Excellent to Like New condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set includes the DD 14” M-lok forend with an attached section of picatinny rail for the mounting of a bi-pod. The pistol grip is an Ergo Grips oversized and rubberized pistol grip with a full adjustable palm shelf. The collapsible stock is a DD stock with QD cups, rubber cheekpieces, and rubber buttpad. The LOP when fully extended is 14.25” and 11” when collapsed. The left side fourth M-lok slot has two small marrs. The rest of the furniture set is in Excellent to Like New Condition. The trigger is the Daniel Defense Mil spec trigger, the lower receiver is fully ambidextrous including the safety, bolt catch and magazine release. The rifle also includes the Daniel Defense Grip N Rip ambi charging handle.
Magazine Quantity and Condition: This rifle includes One 20 round Magpul 7.62×51 PMAG in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. The feed ramps are smooth and shiny. This rifle appears unfired outside of factory testing. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The only real mark on this entire rifle are the two small marrs in the M-lok slot. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Like New condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a total of one magazine, the original cardboard box, factory padded hard case, manual, sticker, build tag, spare firing pin return spring, DD chamber flag, extra grip screw, original DD pistol grip, extended DD buttpad, the box for the scope, allen wrenches and a Crimson Trace sticker.
Our Assessment: The Daniel Defense DD5V5 in .260 Remington is a high-performance, semi-automatic rifle designed for precision shooting and long-range engagements. Daniel Defense is renowned for producing premium firearms with an emphasis on quality, reliability, and innovation, and the DD5V5 is a testament to these principles. Chambered in .260 Remington, this rifle excels in long-range performance and superior ballistics. The .260 Remington cartridge is favored for its flatter trajectories, reduced wind drift, and less recoil compared to other calibers, making it a popular choice among precision shooters and long-range hunters. The DD5V5 features a fully ambidextrous lower receiver, which includes an ambidextrous safety selector, bolt catch, and magazine release. This makes the rifle user-friendly for both left- and right-handed shooters, enhancing its versatility. An adjustable gas block is incorporated into the design, allowing shooters to fine-tune the gas system for optimal performance with various types of ammunition and suppressors. The 20-inch barrel of the DD5V5 is cold hammer-forged, a process that increases durability and extends barrel life. This barrel length is optimal for achieving the full ballistic potential of the .260 Remington cartridge, ensuring excellent muzzle velocity and precision. This particular DD5V5 model is equipped with a Daniel Defense Mil-Spec trigger, known for its reliability and consistency. While it may not have the light, crisp break of a match-grade trigger, the Mil-Spec trigger is robust and dependable, suitable for a wide range of shooting applications. This DD5V5 includes a Crimson Trace 3-24×56 scope, which is ideal for precision shooting and long-range engagements. The scope provides a wide magnification range, allowing shooters to easily engage targets at varying distances. The large 56mm objective lens gathers plenty of light, ensuring a bright and clear sight picture even in low-light conditions. The rifle includes a continuous Picatinny rail on the upper receiver and handguard, providing ample space for the scope and other aiming devices, allowing for a highly customizable setup. In summary, the DD5V5 stands out as a premier option for shooters seeking accuracy and versatility in a semi-automatic platform. Please see our photos and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
