The Great Lakes Firearms AR-15 in Black Cherry is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .223 Wylde, which accepts both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO. The 16-inch heavy barrel (HBAR) has a 1:8 twist rate, and the receiver is 7075 aluminum. Finish is Black Cherry Cerakote. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: AR-15 
• Caliber: .223 Wylde (compatible with .223 REM and 5.56 NATO) 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 16 inches 
• Overall Length: 33.25 inches 
• Capacity: 30+1 rounds 
• Weight: 6.8 lbs. 
• Finish: Black Cherry Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

The 16-inch HBAR with a 1:8 twist handles heavier .223/5.56 projectiles well and stays accurate through extended range sessions. No iron sights are included — this is set up for an optic. The mil-spec trigger has a pull weight of 5.5 to 6 pounds. A muzzle brake is included to reduce felt recoil. The 7075 aluminum receiver is lighter than steel while keeping structural integrity. 
 

Usage 

Covers sport shooting, competition, and home defense. The .223 Wylde chamber means you don't have to sort your ammunition — 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem both chamber safely. At 6.8 lbs and 33.25 inches overall, it handles well indoors and on a bench.

The Great Lakes AR-15 in Black Cherry draws consistent attention for the finish — it's an uncommon color in the AR market and buyers who want something different from flat dark earth or black specifically mention it. Construction quality gets positive remarks, with owners noting it feels solid and well-assembled.

Accuracy and reliability with both .223 Rem and 5.56 NATO are commonly reported positives. The .223 Wylde chamber is a practical choice and buyers appreciate not needing to think about ammunition compatibility.

The main criticisms involve weight for extended carry and comparisons on price versus other ARs in the same category. Customer service experiences vary — some owners report smooth interactions, others describe slower responses or parts availability issues. Worth factoring in if you anticipate needing support.