The Daniel Defense DDM4V1 5.56mm NATO 14.5" 1:7 Black Rifle is a versatile, mission-ready AR platform built for reliability and repeatable performance. Featuring a 14.5", 1:7-twist barrel and a flat-top Picatinny rail for optics, the rifle stabilizes a wide range of 5.56 NATO projectiles while remaining optic-ready out of the box. It ships with a six-position collapsible carbine stock, standard AR-style safety and a mil-spec single-stage trigger, delivering familiar ergonomics and controllability for duty, competition, or range use. Balanced at roughly 6.6 lb unloaded (no optic), the DDM4V1 blends practical handling, rugged construction, and straightforward modularity for shooters who want a dependable, ready-to-shoot platform. Daniel Defense M4A1 Flat Dark Earth/Black 5.56mm NATO 14.5" 1:7 Rifle 02-088-06027-011