Guns Friday Night Gun Porn: Costa Ludus Rifle Recoil Staff April 3, 2015 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More This is the new .223 Wylde Costa Ludus Rifle, specced out by Chris Costa and his crew and built by War Sport. It's the result of an ongoing collaboration that began last August. The initial series will be available via Reactive Gunworks. Following batches of completed rifles will be available at Reactive Gun Works and other War Sport dealers. Retail will be $2,650. Photos courtesy of Costa Ludus, Bryan Soderlind, Reactive Gunworks and Nathan Holtmeyer. Specs Caliber: .223 Rem/ 5.56 Nato Chamber: .223 Wylde Barrel Length: 14.7” 4150CM LVOA Match Barrel Twist Rate: 1/8 RH Weight (unloaded): 7.0lbs Length (overall): 31” – 35” Trigger: Geissele SSA-E Stock/Pistol Grip: Magpul CTR / Magpul MIAD Sights: None Muzzle: Device: War Sport GP Comp Attached: Pinned and Welded Color: Costa Grey Extras: Battle Arms 90 Degree Selector, QD End Plate and the first and last position on rail Featured in images: War Sport Industries, LLC Battle Arms Development London Bridge Trading RailScales Aimpoint Mean Gene Leather Blue Force Gear, Inc. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
