NUTNFANCY SHOT 2012: Robinson Arms Update

In 2009 I reviewed both versions of the XCR and gave them mostly thumbs up. The XCRs combine AR ergonomics with AK level reliability and longevity. With brass fodder, they were accurate and reliable. I did criticize the weight (dude to all metal chassis), the firing impulse, and not being able to feed steel cased ammo back then. This is equal time for Alex Robinson in front of a big audience. He shows us the updates to the design, explains the unique non-rotating bolt of the XCR, and takes exception to the recoil criticism. Fair enough! The XCR now wears what seems to be a much better design adjustable AND folding XCS stock; check out that sweet check piece that actually DOES raise your check weld (vs the SCAR). I think if Robinson would mill off those side and bottom rails entirely and include three 3" sections that are user attachable, the gun could lose a few ounces and sell better and I myself would be more excited about it. But even as it is, few guns do what the XCR does now: a Kalishinov style design that departs completely with Stoner and rapid caliber conversions. It seems the caliber conversions are a bit more affordable than they used to be too. Available in CeraKoted finishes, the 7.5 lb (light contour barrel) XCR-L still stands alone as a unique, reliable alternative to the competition.

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[RHINO6383]

You two guys need to let the guy speak without interruption, we will all learn so much more.

[fmonk]

@gravityprone You should see heads of car companies trying to present a new car at major car shows. Even waiting on a dentist is more pleasant. This is nothing. Alex held his own while being interviewed by people who are bent to distract and poke fun. Nutn doesn't measure up to his own standard here. Very disappointing.

[JosephDragunov]

So if they shave the rail, make a poly lower and stock... they've got something light...

[mikhailmor60]

I disagree with those thinking Nutn is over-talking. If you pay attention to all of Nutn's booth reviews this is the usual amount of discussion that he is trying to get for us the viewers. Seems the whole time Mr. Robinson is selling his "flawless" system as opposed to hearing the views of a valid user and discussing any concerns we have as consumers. If I wanted a basic booth demo I would go to another channel. Nutn does a great job sparking valuable discussion in booth reviews.

[thedtizzel]

not too impressed with this interview, just cause his last name isn't barrett , doesnt mean he doesnt deserve the same respect. lettem talk!

[AZBADBOYz]

I liked the information but as just about everyone mentioned, you talked over the poor guy way to much. I was really interested in this gun a few years ago but them I read a bunch of information about problems and the owner made some horrible post "trying" to defend himself. I was more turned off by that than the problems with the gun. After watching your video though I'm interested again. Good job Mr Robinson Arms!

[The9220]

if cant handle a couple of interruptions then you shouldnt watch nutn. cause that is nutn :D