Great Lakes Firearms .308 Winchester Rifle .308 Win 10rd Magazine 16″ Stainless Barrel 15″ MLOK Rail Black Finish

Description

The Great Lakes Firearms .308 Winchester Rifle is a big game hunter’s dream, chambered in .308 Win with a 10rd magazine, 16″ stainless barrel, and 15″ MLOK rail in black finish. This rifle delivers surprisingly low recoil and incredible accuracy, ready for whitetail, elk, black bear, or plains game.

Manufacturer	Great Lakes Firearms (GLFA)
Model	.308 Winchester Rifle
Material	Billet 7075 Aluminum upper/lower receiver, 6061 Aluminum handguard
Compatibility	.308 Winchester / 7.62x51mm NATO
Finish	Black anodized
Weight	Approximately 7.5 lbs (per manufacturer specs)
Condition	New

Key Features

• 16″ Stainless Barrel with 5R Rifling – Why it matters: The 5R rifling reduces fouling and improves accuracy by minimizing bullet deformation, giving you consistent sub-MOA groups at the range or in the field.
• 15.125″ M-LOK Rail – Why it matters: Full-length M-LOK slots let you mount bipods, lights, or lasers without adding bulk, keeping the rifle balanced for off-hand shooting.
• Billet 7075 Aluminum Upper and Lower Receiver – Why it matters: Billet construction from 7075-T6 aluminum provides a tighter fit and greater strength than forged receivers, reducing flex and improving long-term durability.
• Nitride-Coated 4150 CRMOV Barrel – Why it matters: The nitride treatment hardens the bore surface to resist wear and corrosion, extending barrel life through thousands of rounds.
• Low Recoil and Incredible Accuracy – Why it matters: The GLFA .308 is engineered with a six-degree forward hand-tightened muzzle device and double stress-relieved barrel to tame recoil, so you stay on target for follow-up shots on game or steel.

Who It’s For

This rifle is built for the hunter who needs a reliable .308 for whitetail, elk, or black bear, and for the target shooter who competes in metallic silhouette or palma matches. It also suits the traditional shooter who values a quality AR-platform rifle with a stainless barrel and M-LOK handguard.

Pros & Cons

• Pros: Low recoil (per manufacturer specs), excellent accuracy out of the box, durable 7075 billet receivers, and a 1/10″ twist optimized for 150-180 grain hunting loads.
• Cons: The 16″ barrel is shorter than many .308 hunting rifles, which may reduce muzzle velocity by about 50-100 fps compared to a 20″ barrel, but this is a trade-off for maneuverability in the brush.

Comparison with Competitors

Feature	Great Lakes Firearms .308	Geissele Super Duty .308	Zev Technologies .308
Barrel Length	16″	16″	16″
Barrel Material	4150 CRMOV, Nitride	4150 CRMOV, Chrome-lined	416R Stainless, Nitride
Handguard	15.125″ M-LOK (6061 Al)	15″ M-LOK (7075 Al)	15″ M-LOK (7075 Al)
Receiver	7075 Billet	7075 Forged	7075 Billet
Price	$968	$1,750	$2,100
Best For	Hunters and target shooters on a budget	Duty/defensive use	Precision competition

FAQ

What is the twist rate on the Great Lakes Firearms .308 rifle?

The barrel has a 1/10″ twist, which stabilizes bullets from 150 to 180 grains commonly used for whitetail, elk, and target shooting.

Is this rifle compatible with 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition?

Yes, the GLFA .308 is chambered for .308 Winchester, and it safely fires 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition per SAAMI specifications.

What type of muzzle device does it come with?

It includes a 5/8×24 threaded muzzle device, hand-tightened with a six-degree forward angle, which reduces recoil and muzzle rise.

How long is the handguard, and what mounting options does it offer?

The handguard is 15.125″ long with M-LOK slots on all sides, allowing you to attach bipods, lights, or vertical grips without needing additional rails.

Trust & Delivery

• ✓ Nationwide delivery to all 50 states
• ✓ Ships within 1-2 business days
• ✓ 30-day return policy
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Last updated: April 2026