This Shark Coast Tactical build is a 5.56 NATO AR-15 (Shark Coast Tactical part no. 300144100002CC) finished in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote and configured to meet California’s compliance requirements without giving up performance. It runs a 16-inch black Melonite-treated, threaded barrel with a 1:7-inch twist rate, backed by an aluminum receiver topped with a Picatinny rail for mounting optics. A free-float M-LOK handguard gives shooters room to add lights, grips, and other accessories, while Magpul MOE SL furniture rounds out a comfortable, dependable stock and grip setup. Feeding from a 10+1 capacity, this configuration keeps California shooters compliant while still delivering the reliability Shark Coast Tactical builds into every rifle. It’s a solid pick for home defense or range use in restricted states.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 5.56 NATO, the standard AR-platform cartridge.
• Uses a 1:7-inch twist rate to stabilize a wide range of 5.56 bullet weights.
• Fitted with a 16-inch black Melonite-treated, threaded barrel.
• Feeds from a 10+1 capacity magazine setup built to meet California’s rules.
• Runs semi-automatic operation with a thumb safety selector.
• Built on an aluminum receiver finished in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote with a Picatinny rail.
• Wears a free-float M-LOK handguard for mounting lights, grips, and accessories.
• Finished with Magpul MOE SL furniture for a comfortable, reliable grip and stock.
• Configured to meet California’s compliance requirements out of the box.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle California compliant? Yes, this configuration is built to meet California’s compliance requirements.

What finish does the receiver have? It’s finished in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote over an aluminum receiver.

What is the magazine capacity? It’s set up to run a 10+1 capacity, in line with California’s rules.

Buy the Shark Coast Tactical FDE Rifle

California shooters looking for a compliant, distinctive-looking AR-15 should take a close look at this FDE build. Order this Shark Coast Tactical rifle from our AR rifle selection at Schaefer Defense, and we’ll ship it insured to your local FFL from our Lubbock, Texas shop.