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The short barrel options in 5.56 for the tOBR still on the table? 300blk update?
Looks like you're doing some damn good work on this one. |
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New Hat Color: Powder Burn... that or CNC Oil... those are colors...right?
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Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Now barrel #3 ... Different 260 barrel - 3 of 5 - made 5 to study. OP barrel was #2 Same Drone Drop rifle, knobs at zero-zero for the 308 ABM 175 ... Pulled the 308 barrel, put on #3 260 barrel and aimed for the 4-corners intersection of the 4 targets and shot 1 round. Then shot 4 more to make that a 5 shot group. Moved knobs up 2 clicks and left 3 clicks (clicks = .1 mil) then shot 1 round at top left target, left aiming point. Nice. Then 3 times I disassembled it scope and all, reassembled it and shot at bottom right target, left aiming point, to make that 3 shot group. I disassembled and reassembled one more time, came up 1 click and 1 click right, making the difference 3 + 3 from 308 barrel to 260 barrel. Shot 1 more round at right side of same target. Done.] http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v145/AUSTINWFT/LT%20Post/IMG_0869_zps2e2433d7.jpg View Quote Wow. Looking damn good!! |
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I have been asked to point out that I am LaRue Tactical's owner.
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I am not very familiar with the 260 caliber. It seems to be a performer though! Great shooting Mark. I'll tell you what. Take one of these 260's and subtract 238 out of it, and I will buy one of those uppers! Thats what i am waiting for.
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Wow! Next promotion I'm ordering one!
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Well, Clarice, have the lambs stopped screaming
MO, USA
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Really looking for that 338 federal...sense I don't have access to a range over 600 anyway.
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Technical question: I know you can't go into all the details, but are you using different barrel making machinery than other companies? If so, I hope you invented and are going to patent a new way of making barrels. If not, then your OCD of precision is showing. Either way, you are way ahead of everyone else.
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Looks good to me. I'm curious about Load date for the .260. I run my Bolt gun loads pretty stout and am curious as too much much I would potentially have to cut back. I know my 7.62 OBR doesn't like to be pushed too hard.
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Originally Posted By d16man:
Technical question: I know you can't go into all the details, but are you using different barrel making machinery than other companies? If so, I hope you invented and are going to patent a new way of making barrels. If not, then your OCD of precision is showing. Either way, you are way ahead of everyone else. View Quote I do have a direct line to Google, but I've never stepped foot into anyone's barrel factory but my own. At our place it's CNC OCD. |
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I have been asked to point out that I am LaRue Tactical's owner.
My work has been used by tens of thousands of US Military personnel, and tens of thousands of civilian shooters - ML |
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
I do have a direct line to Google, but I've never stepped foot into anyone's barrel factory but my own. At our place it's CNC OCD. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By d16man:
Technical question: I know you can't go into all the details, but are you using different barrel making machinery than other companies? If so, I hope you invented and are going to patent a new way of making barrels. If not, then your OCD of precision is showing. Either way, you are way ahead of everyone else. I do have a direct line to Google, but I've never stepped foot into anyone's barrel factory but my own. At our place it's CNC OCD. I've seen a few patents of yours on Google.....still waiting on patent 8511425 which was granted to you back in 2013. |
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Originally Posted By d16man: I've seen a few patents of yours on Google.....still waiting on patent 8511425 which was granted to you back in 2013. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By d16man: Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical: Originally Posted By d16man: Technical question: I know you can't go into all the details, but are you using different barrel making machinery than other companies? If so, I hope you invented and are going to patent a new way of making barrels. If not, then your OCD of precision is showing. Either way, you are way ahead of everyone else. I do have a direct line to Google, but I've never stepped foot into anyone's barrel factory but my own. At our place it's CNC OCD. I've seen a few patents of yours on Google.....still waiting on patent 8511425 which was granted to you back in 2013. I never realized how many patents Mr. ML held. Impressive. |
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Some days its just easier to be an asshole.
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Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Just did a board-wide search for "260" ... Woefully few threads with a "260" in the title. Hope this doesn't mean we're wasting our time. View Quote I just received my first 260. From what the PO said it won't be my last. When do you plan to start shipping them out the door? |
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Looks good. Would like to see some chrono data.
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Remember to make the shooter cut his own switch and remind him that if it ain't big enough you'll find one that is.
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Great shooting!
6.5 Creedmoor too please.... BTW, how is your brass? I am running into a lot of issues with 6.5 stovepipe malfunctions both with factory 140 and handloads. Brass seems to bounce off the rear of the ejection port then get picked up again as the blot travels forward and feeds the next round. Not all the time but enough to be a PITA. |
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Larue .260=so much win.
20" for me will be the answer. Hopefully there is a Siete in that flavor too. |
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mark, I have next week off how about sending me one so I can field verify your results? im planning on spending at least a couple days at the range if the weather permits.
on a more serious note when will I be able to order up a 338 federal barrel.260 is great but for killin pigs I want horsepower. pete |
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6.5 creedmoor is gaining ground as the caliber of choice for new long range shooters. $22-23 for a box of twenty quality match ammo.
Even more popular are the 6mm variants for competition but ammo is scarce so just for th hardcore shooters who reload. Get on the 6.5 creedmoor train and ride it and I'll buy in. |
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Is it dusty in here? That, or there's something in my eye, when I see these...
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If you build a 6.5 Grendel today, you can charge my debit card tomorrow.
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I apologize if I missed it, but what twist are you using? 1:9 or something faster?
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I have been asked to point out that I am LaRue Tactical's owner.
My work has been used by tens of thousands of US Military personnel, and tens of thousands of civilian shooters - ML |
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Ill take it. Ill definitely buy one when its ready as ill have a tOBR hopefully by then! (Found out Lapua makes brass for 260 so.... yea....)
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As long as it's available threaded 5/8"-24
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Update-Bumpity!
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I will buy a 20" setup when ready. Currently running a 14.5 PredatObr.
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VERY nice!
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Estimated production date?? The cash is burning a hole in my pocket.
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Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Yes, yes, yes, always working here ... latest efforts regarding 260 Remington ... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v145/AUSTINWFT/LT%20Post/image1_zps85130e0e.jpg A = freshly assembled (yes, always scope and all) 1st shot was the low left, 2-5 are together. B = Freshly assembled 1 shot only C = 5-shot group after "B" D = freshly assembled (yes, always scope and all) 1st shot was the upper right, 2-5 are the rest. E = Disassembled then reassembled (yes, as always scope and all), for each, as in all three of the 3 shots. F = 3 shot group before or after "E" (forgot which) D, E, and F were shot before A,B, and C - note my regular shooter put the target for D, E, and F in upside down. I'm gonna beat him with a switch tomorrow morning. Shot this barrel in that 7.62 rifle that got thrown from the plane. Still had the Nightforce on it - had to come up .9 mils and right .3 mils to be happy with 260 zero. The 308 zero is set to 0-0 on that Drone DropAR scope. ****************************************************************************** Well, demo went well, demo-ee shot this target. Using same 260 as shot the opening targets with ... The one bullet hole he shot on the left was after I installed 260 barrel and cranked 9 clicks up and 3 clicks right. Then he shot the 5 shot group on the right side there. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v145/AUSTINWFT/LT%20Post/260_42015_2_zps48b252da.jpg ETA - That my friends is just another made here at LaRue World Headquarters barrel. ************************************************************************************************** Now barrel #3 ... Different 260 barrel - 3 of 5 - made 5 to study. OP barrel was #2 Same Drone Drop rifle, knobs at zero-zero for the 308 ABM 175 ... Pulled the 308 barrel, put on #3 260 barrel and aimed for the 4-corners intersection of the 4 targets and shot 1 round. Then shot 4 more to make that a 5 shot group. Moved knobs up 2 clicks and left 3 clicks (clicks = .1 mil) then shot 1 round at top left target, left aiming point. Nice. Then 3 times I disassembled it scope and all, reassembled it and shot at bottom right target, left aiming point, to make that 3 shot group. I disassembled and reassembled one more time, came up 1 click and 1 click right, making the difference 3 + 3 from 308 barrel to 260 barrel. Shot 1 more round at right side of same target. Done. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v145/AUSTINWFT/LT%20Post/IMG_0869_zps2e2433d7.jpg ETA - be much obliged if one of ya will run the OnTarget on the 2 groups for me. View Quote Hey, I have that second target on my cell phone. ;) I understand the barrel wasn't even properly torqued, just tightened "gootentight" (German for good enough) :) |
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Bumping in an attempt to keep the minions at work.
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300 MSM and Ill be in for at least 2
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Originally Posted By thegreendevil76:
If you build a 6.5 Grendel today, you can charge my debit card tomorrow. View Quote Any manufacturer who builds a 6.5 Grendel or a 7.62x39 on an AR-15 platform is just asking for trouble. Needs to be built with a hybrid upper using a shortened AR-10 bolt in order to have the strength to handle these loads on a regular basis. Especially if you want to load them to higher pressures. A 6.8 SPC with the proper chamber and same length barrel can outperform the 6.5 Grendel and not have issues destroying bolts since the case head is smaller, allowing for a much stronger bolt. Most 6.5 velocities are out of 24 inch barrels, and are compared to velocities of the 6.8 coming out of 16 inch barrels. People are starting to realize this and that is why the 6.5 Gredel is slipping away and the 6.8 is growing more popular..... For long range accuracy with a 6.5, consider the 6.5x41. It is a 6.8SPC case based wildcat load. Should be able to load it to 58,000 PSI with no problems. |
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Originally Posted By LUVONEGOD:
Any manufacturer who builds a 6.5 Grendel or a 7.62x39 on an AR-15 platform is just asking for trouble. Needs to be built with a hybrid upper using a shortened AR-10 bolt in order to have the strength to handle these loads on a regular basis. Especially if you want to load them to higher pressures. A 6.8 SPC with the proper chamber and same length barrel can outperform the 6.5 Grendel and not have issues destroying bolts since the case head is smaller, allowing for a much stronger bolt. Most 6.5 velocities are out of 24 inch barrels, and are compared to velocities of the 6.8 coming out of 16 inch barrels. People are starting to realize this and that is why the 6.5 Gredel is slipping away and the 6.8 is growing more popular..... For long range accuracy with a 6.5, consider the 6.5x41. It is a 6.8SPC case based wildcat load. Should be able to load it to 58,000 PSI with no problems. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LUVONEGOD:
Originally Posted By thegreendevil76:
If you build a 6.5 Grendel today, you can charge my debit card tomorrow. Any manufacturer who builds a 6.5 Grendel or a 7.62x39 on an AR-15 platform is just asking for trouble. Needs to be built with a hybrid upper using a shortened AR-10 bolt in order to have the strength to handle these loads on a regular basis. Especially if you want to load them to higher pressures. A 6.8 SPC with the proper chamber and same length barrel can outperform the 6.5 Grendel and not have issues destroying bolts since the case head is smaller, allowing for a much stronger bolt. Most 6.5 velocities are out of 24 inch barrels, and are compared to velocities of the 6.8 coming out of 16 inch barrels. People are starting to realize this and that is why the 6.5 Gredel is slipping away and the 6.8 is growing more popular..... For long range accuracy with a 6.5, consider the 6.5x41. It is a 6.8SPC case based wildcat load. Should be able to load it to 58,000 PSI with no problems. Sorry but... WTF?!? I keep seeing this same stuff spewed by 6.8 fans. But what I don't see is actual proof of these statements. |
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I thought this was a .260 Rem thread???
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I have been asked to point out that I am LaRue Tactical's owner.
My work has been used by tens of thousands of US Military personnel, and tens of thousands of civilian shooters - ML |
IDK why but the number 39 is very special to me...
TX, USA
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Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? |
LaRuemiNaughty
Proud member of Team Ranstad..."The Fantastic Bastards" Society of the Crown® Tennessee Squire |
Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. |
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I have been asked to point out that I am LaRue Tactical's owner.
My work has been used by tens of thousands of US Military personnel, and tens of thousands of civilian shooters - ML |
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical: Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical: Originally Posted By ah64pilot: Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical: Originally Posted By Roentgun: I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. |
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IDK why but the number 39 is very special to me...
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Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. Awesome! Do you think you might build any in 12" or dare I say 10.5"? |
LaRuemiNaughty
Proud member of Team Ranstad..."The Fantastic Bastards" Society of the Crown® Tennessee Squire |
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. that thread was nuts, idk how you put up with it Mark |
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Originally Posted By ozzie839:
that thread was nuts, idk how you put up with it Mark View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By ozzie839:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. that thread was nuts, idk how you put up with it Mark You mean there are other forums on these intARwebz that one seeking knowledge can venture into without fear of persecution? |
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Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Awesome! Do you think you might build any in 12" or dare I say 10.5"? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. Awesome! Do you think you might build any in 12" or dare I say 10.5"? Made 10.5"ers and 14.5" too already ... disappointed in OTC ammo accuracy thus far. Guess we're gonna have to come to grips with the fact it really is a pistol round in a rifle. |
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I have been asked to point out that I am LaRue Tactical's owner.
My work has been used by tens of thousands of US Military personnel, and tens of thousands of civilian shooters - ML |
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By Roentgun:
I thought this was a .260 Rem thread??? This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. I went over and read that crap. Typical shit that happens here. I ask a lot of questions because I don't know. Some people take offense to that I guess. I just ignore them and hope whatever sucks so bad in their lives to make them so unhappy, gets better for them. I made the mistake of asking about the UHFO contest because I didn't fully understand the tacked thread about it. They were still slamming me 4-5 days later. (Wish I had that kinda time.) Meh... It is what it is. |
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Yeah I was a little suprised yall decided to build anything for 300blk. It's ballistic capabilities are so against what your other guns and products are capable of. Sure yall will have no problem selling them though.
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IDK why but the number 39 is very special to me...
TX, USA
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Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Made 10.5"ers and 14.5" too already ... disappointed in OTC ammo accuracy thus far. Guess we're gonna have to come to grips with the fact it really is a pistol round in a rifle. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
Originally Posted By ah64pilot:
Originally Posted By LaRue_Tactical:
This isn't the ultra-strict, extremely sensitive Precision Bolt Action Rifle Forum ... here we're allowed to wander a little. Great! What is the status on the 300 blk? I am planning on a suppressed SBR 300 blk, will need a complete upper...are you guys going to release them as barrells or will you sell complete uppers in 300 blk too? Both, right now we're building 16" Stealth 300s for the UHFO contest. Why 16" ? To cover all 57 state's bases. Awesome! Do you think you might build any in 12" or dare I say 10.5"? Made 10.5"ers and 14.5" too already ... disappointed in OTC ammo accuracy thus far. Guess we're gonna have to come to grips with the fact it really is a pistol round in a rifle. Yeah, I am not building one to shoot the MOA challenge with...and I think most guys understand that 300 blk was never intended for much more than 50-75 yards. I just want a super quiet sub 100 yard hog gun. I have the 700P LTR .308 for the real hunting lol! So awesome! I should have my lower soon, I'll be in line for a 10.5" 300 upper whenever you release them. Do you plan on building PredatAR / PredatOBR complete uppers for sale? Or are you pretty much just going to stick with the Stealth? |
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I'm in for a complete PredatOBR 10.5" 300blk "field grade" upper!!
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