r/canadaguns • u/Buckisop • Aug 06 '26

Feets / Collection / My build IWI Carmel 16.5" with faux suppressor

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As titled. It is not as heavy as people thinks.

For reference, I used to run a PEQ15 on a 16.5" Bren 2 and they ran very similarly weight-wise as the PEQ15 was an extra lb on the Bren.

I might take the faux suppressor off after some range test.

Edit: It is about 10.5lb as it stands. I do have a Surefire Scout light on the other side. Without the faux suppressor it is about 9.7lb. I rather suffer additional weight to not see the pencil barrel.

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u/TescoValueSoup Aug 06 '26

Carmel is advertised as 8lb 2oz
Bren 2 is ~7lb 3oz
Why haven't you mentioned the actual weight of yours, instead of just describing it subjectively?

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u/Buckisop Aug 06 '26

It is about 10.5lb as it stands.

I am describing how I see fit without coming here with an agenda like your comment.

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u/TescoValueSoup Aug 06 '26

No agenda, but the gun is objectively heavy right out of the box.
If the 16.5" you have is 10lb once you put your toys on it, people considering the 18" might benefit from knowing the weight as part of making an informed purchase.

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u/Buckisop Aug 06 '26

18.6" NR version is another 0.5lb heavier IIRC.

16.5" CZ Bren 2 weights 7.3 lb out of box and is considered light.

16.5" IWI Carmel weighs 8.125lb out of box and somehow is "end of the world" heavy? Give me a break. Your agenda is very clear.

My build is for my need, skill sets and most importantly my taste. This weight does not impede my active drill speed. If I just slap on a red dot and a light, this is easily under 9lb for being a range toy.

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u/TescoValueSoup Aug 06 '26

Who said end of the world heavy? Now you're being silly. All I asked is for you to give us a number rather than your written opinion as that will be more informative for others who may not share your opinion on what is or isn't heavy.

Again, no agenda. I'll probably end up getting one. Enjoy your purchase, and be less insecure.

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u/Buckisop Aug 06 '26

All weight can be found online with a 2 seconds Google search 😮😮😮

Im very secure and loving this purchase so far.