URGI Count Blemula Geissele Near Clone Budget Rifle - DDC - 2024 Potomac Armory Production Build

From Dusk Till Dawn: Count Blemula's Desert-Dwelling Beauty Features a Mid-Length Military Barrel

Like a supernatural being emerging from the shadows, this exclusive Geissele-based near clone URGI rifle stalks the boundary between premium performance and mortal budgets. Built by the master gunsmiths at Potomac Armory for Charlie's Custom Clones, this 5.56 NATO chambered rifle combines the immortal reliability of an FN military grade mid-length gas system barrel with the precision of Geissele components - all while embracing the dark magic of "The Count's" cost-saving blemished parts program.

Let's face it:  This is a fun build with high quality parts and some places where we could save money with generic parts and factory cosmetic seconds and bring you an exceptional value.  A little bit of rattle can and you will never the Count had hit.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Geissele BLEM lower receiver in DDC with Count Blemula's distinctive markings
• Military-grade Potomac Armory black upper receiver featuring CAGE code, M4 feedramps, and engraved T-marks
• Geissele BLEM Mk16 DDC rail with NSN stamps and Geissele embossing
• FN 14.7" mid-length barrel, pinned and welded to 16" - no tax stamp required
• Geissele DDC Airborne Charging Handle for smooth, supernatural operation
• Mil Spec buffer tube with the reliability of the undead
• Geissele A22 grip in DDC for enhanced control in any conditions
• Magpul steel M4 micro folding back-up sights for acquiring targets in any light
• B5 Bravo stock offering comfort from dusk till dawn

At the heart of this nocturnal beauty lies the coveted "Count Blemula" marked Geissele BLEM lower receiver in DDC and BLEM Mk16 DDC rail, creating a unique offering that beckons to both clone enthusiasts and practical shooters. The Mk16 rail proudly displays Geissele embossing on its right side and its NSN markings on the left, while assembled with surgical precision by Potomac Armory's experts. This build masterfully blends blemished Geissele parts, new Geissele components, and quality additions from Potomac, FN and Magpul. Like the Count himself, these blemished parts may bear subtle marks of character, but their performance remains supernatural.

For many mortals, the quest for a high-quality rifle that doesn't drain their lifeforce (or bank account) can feel like an eternal struggle. Budget options often lack the features and reliability needed for serious use, while top-tier rifles can cost as much as a crypt in downtown Transylvania.

This URGI near clone transcends the mortal budget dilemma by offering premium components at a price that won't bleed you dry. Through Geissele's blemished parts program, shooters can access immortal quality without eternal debt. The result is a rifle that performs like a high-end build while remaining accessible to mere mortals.

The strategic mix of DDC and black components creates a striking two-tone phantom, perfectly suited for both day and night operations. The DDC finish on key components provides practical camouflage in arid environments, while the black upper receiver and buffer tube maintain a tactical presence that sets it apart from ordinary firearms.

Delving into the technical darkness, this rifle demonstrates an almost supernatural attention to detail. The FN 14.7" barrel, forged from CMV 4150 steel and chrome-lined, delivers otherworldly durability and accuracy. Its mid-length gas system ensures smoother cycling and reduced wear compared to mortal carbine-length systems.

The Geissele Mk16 rail in DDC, though marked by Count Blemula's touch, provides an unshakeable mounting platform for accessories. Its M-LOK slots offer versatility for attaching lights (not that the Count needs them), lasers, and other mission-critical gear. Paired with the DDC Airborne Charging Handle and A22 grip, this rifle offers seamless operation while maintaining an aesthetic that would make any vampire proud.

Specifications

Note on Muzzle Device:  Standard issue on this rifle is an A2 birdcage style flash hider on the 14.7" barrel, pinned and welded to 16"+, making it not a short barreled rifle.  If you would like to have a different muzzle device, choose that option and add the muzzle device of your choice to the cart.  As this is a factory 14.7" barrel, most all muzzle devices at least as long as the mil-spec standard A2 will work to get your barrel beyond 16". 

MANY HAVE ASKED FOR A SPECIFIC MUZZLE DEVICE, and we are more than happy to accommodate.  Making your rifle your own is what we do.  Mostly, just add the muzzle device that you want to your cart.  We carry a pretty good selection of some of the best flash hiders, brakes and suppressor mounts available.  We stock no junk.  The cost of a standard A2 flash hider is de minimus, and the extra handling to make notes and change out the muzzle device requires a little extra special attention, which is far greater in lost efficiency than the cost of the A2 flash hider, so we are not charging extra for this, and we are not crediting you for the A2.  I hope this make sense.  Even the effort to change the muzzle device, is not worth the time and effort to charge you more and change your order.  

REFUND POLICY:  NO RETURNS ON BLEMS OR FACTORY SECONDS, other than normal warranty.

PLEASE NOTE THE DELIVERY TIMES.  We do anticipate that standard A2 muzzle devices will be a shorter wait, but we do take some additional time for assembly and pin and weld of the flash hiders, if you make a special request.

NOTE ON OPTICS:  We do offer a discounted price on many scopes, if you add one with your rifle.  This is more typical of the higher priced scopes than the well performing budget scopes.  Feel free to ask for a quote to add an optic.

NOTE ON DDC COLOR ONLINE:  The DDC color is a bit of a golden dirt or sand color.  Some imagines online can distort the true color and show a beige or a brown.  It is true that actual colors do vary by individual part, but the extent of the color changes can be distorted when computer screens are attempting to recreate white-balance.  It turns our our eyes and brain are much better than AI.  ha ha.

NOTE ON GEISSELE'S DDC COLOR:  DDC finish will vary, and is not guaranteed.  Please read Geissele's Disclosure on anodizing finishes

NOTE ON MAGAZINE:  Some pictures show a magazine for illustrative purposes, but none is included.

Some options that Charlie's recommends with this rifle:

• Nightforce NX8 1-8x scope and Geissele mount combo
• Vicker's Blue Force Gear standard sling in Coyote Brown
• Amend2 FDE 30 round magazines

Buying and shipping through Charlie’s is easy, but there is some information you need to know. This item must ship to FFL holder. No civilian exceptions.

       1)  Check your state laws to make sure the federally regulated item you want to purchase is legal in your state.

       2)  Find your FFL… Have your dealer send us a copy of their FFL to Charlie’s (Make them earn their fee!!!)

       3)  Be patient! You should hear from our compliance department within 3-4 business days. If not, feel free to reach out for a status update.

That’s it! We try to make this process as simple as possible for our customers. Please click the “Buying a Firearm” tab at the top of this page for more information.

California residents please, click here. The process may be different due to state specific laws.

NOTE: The free shipping option does not apply to full rifles, including kits