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Posted: 6/14/2017 10:01:55 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By purevl2:
Thank you for this! I signed up for the PSA safety ($20 not on sale) and they popped back in stock overnight. I picked up 3 of them for $20 each. I suspect they're FN, based on their proximity to FN. |
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Posted: 6/14/2017 10:54:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By purevl2:
Thank you for this! I signed up for the PSA safety ($20 not on sale) and they popped back in stock overnight. I picked up 3 of them for $20 each. I suspect they're FN, based on their proximity to FN. 
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Posted: 6/15/2017 9:51:29 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#3]
One of my best friends shooting some of my guns here in San Diego.
I did fire this AR15A4-ish of mine as well for the first time (today) and it's just awesome. Such mild recoil and great accuracy. Reminds me why I wanted another one. PS it now sports a second hand, RCO Acog I just got with a specific A4 BDC. 
AR15A4 at the range by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/16/2017 12:49:01 PM EDT
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I'm to cheap for a real acog so the vortex will do.
Still waiting on my ch, bcg and m5 RAS 
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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/16/2017 3:53:14 PM EDT
[#5]
just ordered a specter butt stock magazine pouch in coyote...
What sling do i need? |
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Posted: 6/16/2017 4:41:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AL1EN:
just ordered a specter butt stock magazine pouch in coyote... What sling do i need? You could also go with Specter's CQB sling or a Blackhawk sling. Nice thing about the Specter stock pouch is that it's adaptable to damn near any of the slings out there. Your options really are nearly endless. |
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Posted: 6/18/2017 9:02:38 PM EDT
[#7]
Father's Day bump!
(added London Bridge Trading used stock pouch) 
Colt - Nodak A4 Clone by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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Posted: 6/18/2017 10:23:56 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TurtlesAlltheWayDown]
[#8]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FlDiveCop71:
How it started out... over nine years ago (It was all soo much simpler then): Originally Posted By FlDiveCop71: This is the base for my M16A4 Clone Build. It's nothing special right now - just a Bushmaster XM15E2S with a 1 in 7" twist gov profile barrel. http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u235/FLDiveCop71/MYA4START1b.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u235/FLDiveCop71/BarrelMark1.jpg I look forward to building her up though... FlDiveCop71 
What I had thought & planned at the time... Originally Posted By FlDiveCop71: My plans include adding (or changing) the following items on my A4 Build: ITT AN/PVS-14D I'm sure it will be at least a year before I get it anywhere near being complete, and by then I'm sure there will be something else out there to be had, but oh well...That's life. I do what I can... 
Edited for progress... Just over nine years later, it's still not quite finished; though now, I think the end is actually within sight. Only one or two minor details (rack numbers, ect.) and one huge obstacle (the PVS-14D) remain, though I'm hoping to hurdle the -14 by this X-mas... Father's Day came early for me this year, cause Daddy needed a new ...PEQ-2... 
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0950b-229268.JPG The other side stuffs... https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0962-229269.JPG One of the nicer early TA31RCO-A4 details... https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0977-229272.JPG Daddy is once again... one happy ass FlDiveCop71. 
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0979-229273.JPG Details that may or may not be apparent in the above photos (contents): M16A4 Technical Maintenance Manual (2008) M16A4 Operator's Manual (2010) USMC Annual Rifle Training Data Book (2012) TA31RCO-A4 Manual (2007) AN/PEQ-2A/B Manual (2005) AN/PEQ-2A/B laminated Quick Reference Users Data Card Target Designator Pattern Generators for AN/PEQ-2A User's manuals / Instructions / care & maintenance data sheets for (inside the Rifle Training Databook): Eagle Industries Tas-1 Sling & Stock Pouch Surefire M951 & Filter Assembly KAC M5 Rail Adapter System (RAS) Matech Rear Sight Assembly Other Items: 1st contract run OKC3S Bayonet & Sheath Complete Laser Borelight System LBS-300C (PEMM-1), w/case & accessories Case for AN/PEQ-2A (Mil-Pak, complete) w/accessories Case for TA31RCO-A4 ACOG (Mil-Pak, Complete) w/accessories (Scopecoat, CH mount, lenspen, ect.) Case for KAC M5 RAS (Mil-pak, complete) contains unused cover panels. So close to getting this one all done I think... FlDiveCop71 |
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Posted: 6/19/2017 8:42:43 AM EDT
[#9]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FlDiveCop71:
Your options are numerous. Go back to the top of page 90 for just a sampling - though note: that list is no where near complete as to what was either available or used... You could also go with Specter's CQB sling or a Blackhawk sling. Nice thing about the Specter stock pouch is that it's adaptable to damn near any of the slings out there. Your options really are nearly endless. |
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Posted: 6/19/2017 6:22:30 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#10]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Combat_Diver:
Put it all in a M1950 weapons case! 
CD Sir! (sorry for the A2 instead of an A4 here - playing with the A2 today) 
A2 on M1950 by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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Posted: 6/20/2017 7:59:25 PM EDT
[#11]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SoloDallas:
PS hadn't lied to you the other day when I said that bought me one because of you. Sir! (sorry for the A2 instead of an A4 here - playing with the A2 today) https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4284/35283923041_7dd483c122_h.jpg A2 Clone on M1950 bag by SoloDallas, on Flickr 
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ON, CAN
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Posted: 6/20/2017 11:27:27 PM EDT
[#12]
Here's my AR15-A4 for an M16A4 clone with M5 RAS. Had to grind a full length 11-rib rail cover to 5-rib. Also replaced the safety with short thumb shelf from High Standard with a detent/cut on the right side. by the way, how to put a rail cover on top of RAS rear clamp screw? The screw retainer would get in the way of the rail cover? Also, for now it's wearing P.A. 3.5x compact scope as Trijicon's 4x32 ACOG TA31s with red chevrons are not commercially sold up here. Although they pop up from time to time in Canadian forums. I'd really love to hav the TA31RC0A4CP but is unobtainium here! Someday an acog will sit on top of her....someday.... |
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Posted: 6/21/2017 6:52:44 AM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ybrik:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/IMG_2569__zpslb6ospoy.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/IMG_2570__zpsevzage07.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/IMG_2575__zps1nxohzqg.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/IMG_2574__zpsgvdh8kfl.jpg Here's my AR15-A4 for an M16A4 clone with M5 RAS. Had to grind a full length 11-rib rail cover to 5-rib. Also replaced the safety with short thumb shelf from High Standard with a detent/cut on the right side. by the way, how to put a rail cover on top of RAS rear clamp screw? The screw retainer would get in the way of the rail cover? Also, for now it's wearing P.A. 3.5x compact scope as Trijicon's 4x32 ACOG TA31s with red chevrons are not commercially sold up here. Although they pop up from time to time in Canadian forums. I'd really love to hav the TA31RC0A4CP but is unobtainium here! Someday an acog will sit on top of her....someday.... |
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Posted: 6/21/2017 6:02:41 PM EDT
[#14]
I know this is not ...yet... a true A4 clone post, but it is distinctly related to my next A4 clone-building project.
Two more pieces of the puzzle have arrived: The 80% router jig & router tool kit...  Attached File Attached File Attached FileThe next piece of the puzzle (the router) should show up in the next few days.
FlDiveCop71
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WA, USA
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Posted: 6/21/2017 6:15:54 PM EDT
[#15]
You can mill aluminum with a router
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Posted: 6/21/2017 6:26:38 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FlDiveCop71:
I know this is not ...yet... a true A4 clone post, but it is distinctly related to my next A4 clone-building project. Two more pieces of the puzzle have arrived: The 80% router jig & router tool kit... https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0981-235857.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0983-235859.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115687/IMAG0986-235860.JPG The next piece of the puzzle (the router) should show up in the next few days.
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Posted: 6/21/2017 6:56:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#17]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Pothole:
You can mill aluminum with a router Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Pothole:
You can mill aluminum with a router 
Originally Posted By SoloDallas:
Dude. You don't like 'em A4s, don't ya. One to be a "Colt" A4 build, another to be an "FN" A4 build, and the third I haven't decided whether to do a "Sabre Defense" A4 build, or simply leave it as a "Ghost Gun" A4 with only the "Safe / Semi / Burst" markings. |
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Posted: 6/21/2017 7:00:29 PM EDT
[#18]
Not serious, obviously!!!
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/22/2017 10:25:03 PM EDT
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Got my clone put together. Trying to upload a picture now. Got an M16A4 engraved lower to go with it.
I found a brand new in box TA31RCOM150 locally for $1100 out the door. Tempted to get it but on the fence if I'll be happy or if I should dish out the extra for an A4. If I found one used that'd work too. This will be my first acog and mostly long range plinking down the powerlines. |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/22/2017 10:57:46 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/22/2017 11:12:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Weasel_Master:
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5029_zpsdja3kkyg.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5024_zpsmaqzsyin.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5023_zps8thszrte.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5021_zpsziq0zdrc.jpg |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 7:13:39 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Weasel_Master]
[#22]
Thanks, now to debate about the M150 or spend a little more on the A4. Found the M150 for $1100 NIB. Anyone got a lead on a good deal RCO A4?
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Posted: 6/23/2017 8:43:09 AM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Weasel_Master:
Thanks, now to debate about the M150 or spend a little more on the A4. Found the M150 for $1100 NIB. Anyone got a lead on a good deal RCO A4?
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 8:50:01 AM EDT
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FlDiveCop71:
You should probably see about installing a charging handle first though. 
I took it off for a spare, went on a prairie dog shooting trip and brought an extra of everything just in case. Going to put it back today as I'm taking this one on the wheeleg in the woods this weekend. |
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Posted: 6/28/2017 1:47:38 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#25]
Shamelessly bumping this thread with some recently arrived M16A4 food stuffs...(a thousand rounds of M855 awesome)
 Attached FileA4 Clones' gotta eat to thrive. 
I would've bought more, but it just wasn't in the budget (Lasers & NODs must get that priority this year) ETA: A4 Pic thread... (not sure if this one has been posted before or not)  Attached FilePost 4600... FlDiveCop71
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Posted: 6/28/2017 1:59:45 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/28/2017 3:39:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Weasel_Master:
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5029_zpsdja3kkyg.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5024_zpsmaqzsyin.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5023_zps8thszrte.jpg http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u240/weasel_master/M16A2_A4/IMG_5021_zpsziq0zdrc.jpg
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Posted: 6/28/2017 4:08:39 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HansETX:
Video of my DiamondBack AR-15 with Thermal Scope... HansETX Diamondback AR 15 |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/28/2017 9:43:47 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jrs93accord:
Gee, those lowers looks familiar.
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/28/2017 10:03:35 PM EDT
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I've got a fire force cqb sling that came with my KAC RAS. Is this a correct sling for an A4? When looped through the front sling swivel the gun is pretty unnatural to carray and hangs upside down. Seems most people have a velcro attachment around the front handguards. As well, any leads on correct pouches? Trying to add what I can while I try to find an ACOG.
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Posted: 6/29/2017 12:00:25 AM EDT
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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2017 9:00:15 AM EDT
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Some A4 action yesterday
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Posted: 6/29/2017 11:58:26 AM EDT
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Nice!
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2017 12:46:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SoloDallas:
Nice! |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 4:36:12 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#35]
Just wanted to let everybody know that with all the Photobucket shenanigans going on, it's going to take me a while to fix all the hundreds of pics that I've posted in this & other threads here as I am now done using $hitbucket for anything anymore.
I have since created an Imgur account (for use with my higher res photos) and will be fixing all the screwed up pics as best as I can. I do still plan on completing the Sling & Pouch Posts on page 90 (I've fixed most of the photos that were previously posted there), though it will still be some time before those posts are all done & fixed. Everything else photo-wise that I've posted has been fixed in this thread going back to @ page 75 thus far. Eventually, I'll get the other threads' photos converted over to Imgur or uploaded directly to Arfcom. Apologies, Mike / FlDiveCop71
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/30/2017 6:25:03 PM EDT
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I switched to imgur.com. Works decent so far. Photobucket went kaput for me about 2 months ago, but about a week ago it was working again. They seemed to update. But it does suck . Too many pop ups, etc.
I'm in love with your box of M855..... Mmmmmmmmmmmm |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 7:17:16 PM EDT
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Thanks for all the info on correct parts. Still keeping my eye out for a decent priced TA31. Need a mag pouch and Matech sight then. Will probably change out my sling too.
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Posted: 6/30/2017 10:27:27 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ybrik]
[#38]
Was very lucky was able to pickup an RCO-A4 scope on Canadian forums:
Posted here lastweek an she's wearing a Primary Arms 3x scope and was waiting for that "someday" to get that ACOG, and here she is now.. 
What are my sling options for this setup? |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 10:58:16 PM EDT
[#39]
Kickass.
Sling options: there's a lot in this thread for your to research here and there for sling options. I would say, the route I went myself: Specter. I know for sure several Marines use it. |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 11:25:09 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ybrik:
Was very lucky was able to pickup an RCO-A4 scope on Canadian forums: Posted here lastweek an she's wearing a Primary Arms 3x scope and was waiting for that "someday" to get that ACOG, and here she is now.. http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/DSC_3503__zpsq9jnd1kt.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/DSC_3506__zpsrub4k451.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/DSC_3504__zpsaca4un4f.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/DSC_3505__zpsbqo4iyjv.jpg http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y214/ybrik_5/DSC_3508__zpspvgt0mdw.jpg What are my sling options for this setup? Secondly, you can go to the top of page 90 for a short list of a number of slings that have been used with the M16A4 over time. (Sorry I haven't yet completed the sling write up, though hopefully I'll find the time to finish it up soon.) Aside from those in the list, you could also use a Blackhawk 3-point, or the specter cqb 2-point slings as well. Hope this helps you. FlDiveCop71
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Posted: 7/1/2017 12:20:59 AM EDT
[#41]
Thanks Solo and FiDiveCop!
I called trijicon last week just to make sure this is not stolen U.S. gov't property and fortunately, it was commercially shipped to a dealer. The RCO was made March 2013. My only question is with the chevron reticle, I can see the tritium highlight going down until the 550m mark. Is this really the case? As with trijicon's website, it is until the 600m mark. And also the red fiber is like 7mm short from the end of the channel. Although trijicon confirmed this is just fine as long as it extends past the housing bell dip and has the same amount of light transfer compared to one that goes at the end. With slings, I would take a look and decide between 3-pt. or 2-pt slings. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 12:59:31 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ybrik:
Thanks Solo and FiDiveCop! I called trijicon last week just to make sure this is not stolen U.S. gov't property and fortunately, it was commercially shipped to a dealer. The RCO was made March 2013. My only question is with the chevron reticle, I can see the tritium highlight going down until the 550m mark. Is this really the case? As with trijicon's website, it is until the 600m mark. There have been a number of ever-so-slight changes made to the various A4 Acogs over time. One of the changes is lengthening the amount of "cheveron" that is highlighted. The earlier the model, generally, the shorter the amount of the "cheveron" that is highlighted. And also the red fiber is like 7mm short from the end of the channel. Although trijicon confirmed this is just fine as long as it extends past the housing bell dip and has the same amount of light transfer compared to one that goes at the end. This is perfectly fine/normal. In fact, it may actually benefit you in the end as often the fiberoptic is covered over using electrical tape or 300mph tape if used in broad daylight /direct sunlight in order to help "dim down" an overly-bright cheveron. Being manufactured in 2013, the Tritium is almost certain to be quite dim by now, but even in a worn out state, the fiber optic will still brighten up the cheveron at night under average suburban or moon-lit conditions. Here in the States, the Acog can be refurbished with new tritium for @ $188 US funds, though I'm not sure if yours can be serviced this route or not. With slings, I would take a look and decide between 3-pt. or 2-pt slings. |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 2:56:11 PM EDT
[Last Edit: purevl2]
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Posted: 7/4/2017 5:16:13 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#44]
Happy 4th, everybody. Long live the 2nd Amendment & long live the U.S.A.
(Click pic for a larger image.) 
^My grandfather's burial flag (A 4x6 Annin & Co "Nyl-Glo" US flag that was formerly flown over the White House for a short period during the Reagan years) FlDiveCop71
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WI, USA
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Posted: 7/5/2017 12:37:40 PM EDT
[#45]
Wow, great pic!
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MN, USA
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Posted: 7/5/2017 9:59:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Weasel_Master]
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Posted: 7/7/2017 8:32:19 PM EDT
[#47]
Love this one. 
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Posted: 7/8/2017 8:25:49 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Pumster]
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ybrik:
Was very lucky was able to pickup an RCO-A4 scope on Canadian forums: Posted here lastweek an she's wearing a Primary Arms 3x scope and was waiting for that "someday" to get that ACOG, and here she is now.. http://i.imgur.com/Tb5XkCh.jpg http://i.imgur.com/GgD8s8G.jpg http://i.imgur.com/vklrPyu.jpg http://i.imgur.com/GpnIOrL.jpg http://i.imgur.com/CYSYNVS.jpg http://i.imgur.com/oWQjFiA.jpg What are my sling options for this setup? I ordered one through IRunGuns and the order was canceled. They basicaly told me its impossibru for them to get the Acog to cross the border for me. Luckily I can still get the AimPoint M4s tho. Getting all the parts and waiting for the actual ColtAR15a4 rifle to come from the States. For the sling, I put an order of Specter Gear CQB 3 point sling(Wolvering Supplies) and ordered the Spec-Ops mag pouch (Ebay)to pair with the sling. And huge thank you for FlDiveCop71 for your extremely valuable info here! |
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Posted: 7/10/2017 5:05:52 PM EDT
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Is there a conscientious on rail covers?
I see photos of soldiers having the whole rail covered including the top and like in the last batch of photos of the Marines only having covers on the back where you hold the rail. |
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Posted: 7/10/2017 6:23:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: FlDiveCop71]
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Pothole:
Is there a conscientious on rail covers? I see photos of soldiers having the whole rail covered including the top and like in the last batch of photos of the Marines only having covers on the back where you hold the rail.
ETA: Pic thread. A few of my A4s (6) mixed in among some other types... (click on pic for a larger image) 
FlDiveCop71
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