HM Defense

Note: This item only shows "out of stock" because agency/department purchases cannot be completed via the web site. We have plenty of these available and look forward to discussing how this fantastic patrol rifle can fit the needs of your department.

This Defender is the next step up from the Guardian version. The Defender adds the Monobloc barrel and an enhanced grip.  When it comes to a top of the line patrol rifle, the Defender is where our thoughts immediately turn.  Dependability, reliability and accuracy are three things that can't be compromised with your department's rifle.  Lives depend on them.  HM Defense understands that and the Defender delivers on exactly what your officers need.

If you’re not familiar with the HM Defense brand, it’s likely because 90-95% of their production has been going to US and allied military, law enforcement and the special operations community. They’re just beginning to open up commercial production and that creates a great opportunity to own a battle-proven AR platform rifle that looks as great as it shoots.

We think that the build quality of these rifles is equal to or better than some of the more well-known commercial brands that cost about twice as much. It’s not just our opinion, either. Our customers that have purchased these have come back to us as raving fans of HM Defense as well. Yes, they look great, but here’s a couple of things that you won’t immediately notice that make for a better, longer lasting rifle.

The barrel: In the HM Monobloc Barrel, the gas block is part of the same stock as the barrel. It’s literally a part of the barrel and eliminates malfunctions that come from a loose or out of alignment gas block and the harmonic vibration that can come from that. The result? Greater accuracy and better reliability.

The bolt: If there’s a weak point in the AR design, it’s in the bolt. Typical AR bolts have the cam pin hole going all the way through the bolt. That leaves just the two side walls of the bolt to absorb the recoil and twisting stress of normal firing. The HMB bolt shortens the cam pin, eliminating the need to bore all the way through the bolt. That gives you strength on three sides, eliminates friction on the firing pin and results in smoother operation, in addition to a bolt that will last significantly longer.

That’s a lot of words to describe two key differences in these rifles but we have a great deal of respect for a company that spends their money to produce a better product, instead of just adding “flash” to catch your eye. These rifles are “lookers”, for sure, but there’s a lot of quality beneath the surface also.

Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what Sootch has to say about it:

You can find all of the rest of the specifications of the entire rifle on the attached photos.

Pricing on this page is for agency/department purchases. However, we’re always happy to offer significant discounts for individual officers. Please contact us directly for pricing.

Note: The accessories shown in some of the pictures are those pieces of equipment that some of our partner departments have chosen to add to their rifles. Pricing, as shown, is for the rifle only. However, we are happy to supply sights, optics, grips, lights and any other equipment that your department needs to protect your officers.