GermanGunWorks pimps: Benchmark HK MR223 A3C - Flecktarn Night

The Benchmark HK MR223 A3C from GermanGunWorks claims to set a benchmark in its class. This semi-automatic is manufactured through intensive work and excellent craftsmanship, with a focus on highest quality and performance from the Swabians. The production of the Benchmark series is limited exclusively to small series of up to 10 pieces. This is due to the enormous amount of work and time involved, as well as the unclear legal situation regarding future approvals for such semi-automatics. Therefore, these exquisite firearms are only made to order.

As the basis for this firearm model, a Heckler & Koch MR223A3 with an 11-inch barrel was chosen. This is because the MR223 is considered a technical benchmark in this segment. The goal was to make the weapon as compact and maneuverable as possible. Therefore, the overall length was reduced to the permissible length of 61 cm using a full metal telescopic stock. The muzzle flash hider was replaced with an HK flash hider with Rotex interface. Special attention was paid to durability when choosing the suppressor, which is why the B&T AG Rotex V was selected. It is made of Iconel/Thermax and withstands fast firing sequences over extended periods. It not only reduces the gunshot noise, but also minimizes the muzzle flash, compensates for the reduced range of the short barrel, and increases precision.

For maximum handling when carrying, the Magpul MS3 Gen2 Sling was adapted, which can be used as both a 1-point and a 2-point sling.

Additionally, the Max-Grip option is offered, which includes the grip, foregrip, and fire selector lever. These are hand-tooled to provide maximum grip. However, since this has pros and cons, it is an upgrade option upon request.

Flecktarn Night in Cerakote

The Cerakote coating with high-quality ceramic paint is one of the major highlights. GermanGunWorks uses the more elaborate but superior H-Series. This is an oven-drying 2-component paint, which is much more challenging to apply compared to the air-drying C-Series from the manufacturer.

Own color mixes were used, such as RAL7013 (Braungrau ÖBH), which do not exist in Cerakote. The quality of the coating is also decisive, as GermanGunWorks executes it extremely well. Each part was individually pre-treated and degreased, blasted with specially designed granules, and painted and post-treated at the highest level. This results in a perfect coating where all the properties of the ceramic paint can come to full effect – because there are many providers, but those who can do it right are rather rare. At GermanGunWorks, it is difficult to find hard edges between the color layers, as painting is done with experience and skill, making a clear coat layer for leveling completely unnecessary.

The Technology in the Firearm

Another highlight is the adjustable gas intake with five adjustable modes, allowing the weapon to be adjusted to all operational configurations. In addition, the standard trigger, which has a high trigger weight of over 3kg, was replaced by a WPNTEC trigger. This offers an adjustable weight between 1200g and 2750g and can be customized to the user in other relevant characteristics. Also noteworthy is the choice of the reliable and proven EOTech EXPS 3-0 as the main sight, supported by the ERATAC Flip-Up sight, which is designed as a 45° side-mounted back-up sight.

In summary, the Benchmark MR223A3C is a harmoniously tuned weapon system that has been refined through precise craftsmanship and experience. Each firearm requires about 15 additional working hours for the revision.

The system includes:

- HK MR223A3 LL 11" (painted in Cerakote Flecktarn Nacht)
- B&T suppressor (painted in Cerakote Flecktarn Nacht)
- Retractable shoulder stock (painted in Cerakote Flecktarn Nacht)
- WPNTEC trigger
- EOTech EXP 3-0 (protective cage painted in Cerakote Flecktarn Nacht)
- Adjustable gas block
- HK Rotex muzzle brake
- ERATAC rear and front sight angled at 45 degrees as emergency sights
- Magpul MIAD grip (painted in Cerakote RAL7013)
- Magpul Angeled Foregrip (painted in Cerakote RAL7013)
- HK ejection port cover (painted in RAL7013)
- HK fire selector lever (painted in RAL7013)
- HK sling attachment on both sides
- Magpul MS3 Sling (olive green)
- Cerakote ceramic paint special coating
- Laser engraving of original markings
- Liqui Moly lubricant
- HK 10 round steel magazine
- HK gun case
- Limited to 10 pieces

Note: The gun case, the 10 round steel magazine, and the sling are not shown. The weapon is delivered with a 10 round HK steel magazine. The 30 round magazine is not included.

Price-wise, this exquisite piece can be considered attractive. Since the base components alone without modification exceed the €6500 mark and the high effort of the overhaul in terms of labor, consumables, and material costs (paint, electricity, films, etc.) amount to only about €3000.

Nevertheless, this very exclusive small series of semi-automatic rifles will only be accessible to customers with the corresponding financial background, who love and can afford a maximum of quality and performance. It is not just a weapon, it is an experience of quality and performance.

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