Re: Daniel Defense vs. BCM?
Both DD and BCM are highly recommended on forums like M4C and sit at the top of the list with other manufacturers like Colt, KAC, and LMT who meet or exceed mil-spec or the TDP. It comes down to minor details on what hardware configuration is more suitable to you, what's in stock, and which is a better deal.
DD's standard offerings emphasize a light weight build without sacrificing ruggedness. You can go through their custom shop and spec something different, but Joe at DD informed me the custom shop isn't taking orders until Q2. The only limitation to DD is they're a manufacturer and make most of their parts in-house so you aren't going to find their rifles with non-DD parts other than the stocks.
BCM started as a full custom parts company and offer a line of complete rifles as well as a wide selection of uppers with top-tier parts to satisfy most any shooter looking for the best gear. If you want components not made by DD, such as Troy, VTAC, Centurion, etc, then BCM is the way to go. Both offer CHF barrels so it's hard to go wrong.
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