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Posted: 1/5/2015 7:32:31 PM EDT
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/5/2015 8:18:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RancidAR:
Sharing is caring Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RancidAR:
Originally Posted By Alaska511:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Originally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By bon3dale:
For a mini-recce, where the optic is low to medium magnification, can a non-chrome 4150 barrel give you better accuracy for the money than a stainless? Just shopping 14.5s for my build. Stainless is generally associated with higher accuracy, but in my opinion the manufacturer is what makes or breaks accuracy, not the base metal's alloy composition. I went with nitride to see if it will provide any benefits over CL in regards to accuracy. curious to see the result, some reviews I've read are promising.....plus it was $124 shipped Keep us posted. What barrel? ETA Found it  Sharing is caring Yeah I got a buddy looking for a good 14.5" barrel..... |
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Posted: 1/5/2015 10:43:23 PM EDT
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/6/2015 12:17:13 AM EDT
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^ha he actually went with their performance series!
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OH, USA
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Posted: 1/6/2015 12:34:22 PM EDT
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13.7" going in for assembly
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Posted: 1/6/2015 12:48:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OneRanger:
13.7" going in for assembly http://photos-f.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t51.2885-15/10881779_1584218065144925_1451560037_n.jpg Nice. What gas block is that |
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OR, USA
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Posted: 1/6/2015 12:54:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OneRanger:
13.7" going in for assembly http://photos-f.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t51.2885-15/10881779_1584218065144925_1451560037_n.jpg Copy cat 
What rail are you going with? |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 1/6/2015 12:57:13 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
Nice. What gas block is that Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
Originally Posted By OneRanger:
13.7" going in for assembly http://photos-f.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t51.2885-15/10881779_1584218065144925_1451560037_n.jpg Nice. What gas block is that SLR Sentry 7, and a 13" ALG EMR will be replacing my current Wilson Combat TRIM. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/6/2015 11:36:28 PM EDT
[Last Edit: G_MAN]
[#9]
I'll play.
SBRed Infidel 
it normally has a T1 + 3x mag but decided to get her dressed up nicely for this thread Think I may leave it for a while.
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Posted: 1/6/2015 11:42:41 PM EDT
[#10]
Well played, sir.
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Posted: 1/7/2015 9:59:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By G_MAN:
I'll play. SBRed Infidel http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v672/SUPA_G_MAN/Firearms/IMG_3355.jpg it normally has a T1 + 3x mag but decided to get her dressed up nicely for this thread Think I may leave it for a while.What leupold is that? Does anyone have any experience with the Leupold Mark AR MOD 1 1.5-4x20mm P5 FireDot SPR Reticle? I want to upgrade my weaver but can't go as high end as a lot of you SOB's! |
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Posted: 1/7/2015 10:08:44 AM EDT
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Looks like a MK8 CQBSS but I am no Leupold expert.
Question for you fine folks to get my MREC started. Do I chop down a M4 SOCOM barrel to keep it economic or go with a BCM SS410? Whichever the flavor it will be 12.5". |
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Posted: 1/7/2015 10:13:54 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR_DIESEL:
What leupold is that? Does anyone have any experience with the Leupold Mark AR MOD 1 1.5-4x20mm P5 FireDot SPR Reticle? I want to upgrade my weaver but can't go as high end as a lot of you SOB's! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR_DIESEL:
Originally Posted By G_MAN:
I'll play. SBRed Infidel http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v672/SUPA_G_MAN/Firearms/IMG_3355.jpg it normally has a T1 + 3x mag but decided to get her dressed up nicely for this thread Think I may leave it for a while.What leupold is that? Does anyone have any experience with the Leupold Mark AR MOD 1 1.5-4x20mm P5 FireDot SPR Reticle? I want to upgrade my weaver but can't go as high end as a lot of you SOB's! It's a Leupy Mk8 CQBSS. |
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Posted: 1/7/2015 2:58:24 PM EDT
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/7/2015 8:09:05 PM EDT
[Last Edit: lancecriminal86]
[#15]
Engage in thine fapping!
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MO, USA
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Posted: 1/7/2015 8:36:41 PM EDT
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Many faps will be had
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Posted: 1/7/2015 8:38:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThanks for the link, I've been wondering who makes this barrel since I got the upper. Its one of the 10.5s that Andro Corp sells. 
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Posted: 1/7/2015 8:47:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lancecriminal86:
Engage in thine fapping! <a href="https://flic.kr/p/qwESDo" target="_blank">https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_598220db12_h.jpg</a>  Attached Filebadass in every way possible |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 1/7/2015 9:58:56 PM EDT
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Scope came in today. It's a solid little beast
Hopefully will have a mount next week. Still have not ordered one. |
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Posted: 1/8/2015 11:53:02 AM EDT
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What say you on optics?
2.5-10? 2.5-10 w/ offset RDS? 1-x? I really want to give the VCOG a try as it seems perfect for the mini recce. I'll let Ryan talk me into it some more... 
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Posted: 1/8/2015 11:59:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RussellAthletic:
What say you on optics? 2.5-10? 2.5-10 w/ offset RDS? 1-x? I really want to give the VCOG a try as it seems perfect for the mini recce. I'll let Ryan talk me into it some more... I am liking the 1-6, but my next one will be the 2.5-10 I was saving for a MK6 3-18 but now I have this urge to build another MK18 
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BHS
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Posted: 1/8/2015 12:36:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DontBuryMe:
Thanks for the link, I've been wondering who makes this barrel since I got the upper. Its one of the 10.5s that Andro Corp sells. https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8657/16224577691_360c25d133_o.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DontBuryMe:
Thanks for the link, I've been wondering who makes this barrel since I got the upper. Its one of the 10.5s that Andro Corp sells. https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8657/16224577691_360c25d133_o.jpg Yep, 'jwill' or Adro Corp...he uses BA barrels and gets them in bulk from them for his uppers. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/8/2015 1:21:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RussellAthletic:
What say you on optics? 2.5-10? 2.5-10 w/ offset RDS? 1-x? I really want to give the VCOG a try as it seems perfect for the mini recce. I'll let Ryan talk me into it some more... the answer is always based on how you're going to use it. the 1-8 is the sweet spot for me, actually 6x is the highest I commonly use. I Hunt hogs and deer, from a blind, stalking and from vehicles with it and it works well. I like to train in close to mid range(2 to 150 yards), never from a bench or controlled firing line. a 2.5-10 would be more ideal for precision, longer range shooting. |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 1/8/2015 2:08:18 PM EDT
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I got a 1-4 but I have had 1-6 dont think there will be too much of a difference for me <300yds
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Posted: 1/8/2015 3:49:29 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Firestarter123]
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AAC Complete 12.5" Upper w/ KAC Panel Kit
IWC Offset Sling Mount BCM Mod4 Charging Handle Daniel Defense front BUIS Troy rear BUIS Surefire X300U-A-TN (will be adding a Unity Tactical EXO) Vltor EMOD Stock Leupold VX-R Patrol 1.25-4x w/ Larue LT-745 10MOA mount Blue Force Gear VCAS sling w/ aluminum adjuster ****9lb 5oz including 8 CR123A's, spare bolt, spare firing pin, spare gas key, spare gas rings, and a loaded 20rd Lancer AWM w/ Hornady 110gr V-MAX ammunition**** 
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OH, USA
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Posted: 1/8/2015 10:25:27 PM EDT
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Pardon the shitbag ipotato pic, and remain calm RTUtah this will be the HNIC of the walmart rattle can isle when I get time. 13.7 Weapon Outfitters/Micro MOA 1:7 polygonal w/BE Meyers pinned and SLR Sentry 7 adj. block ALG EMR 13" TR24 w/ADM Lancer carbon stock w/JP silent capture Timney 3.5 single stage Salient Arms (black rain ordinance) matched upper/lower Wilson Combat NIB BCG M-BUIS pros and little fixins here and there GO BUCKEYES 
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Posted: 1/8/2015 10:32:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OneRanger:
https://scontent-b-lax.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/10931449_10203682034991634_5817286073259064601_n.jpg?oh=000729a68b100d4eb1ab44714996e0b6&oe=5528C651 Pardon the shitbag ipotato pic, and remain calm RTUtah this will be the HNIC of the walmart rattle can isle when I get time. 13.7 Weapon Outfitters/Micro MOA 1:7 polygonal w/BE Meyers pinned and SLR Sentry 7 adj. block ALG EMR 13" TR24 w/ADM Lancer carbon stock w/JP silent capture Timney 3.5 single stage Salient Arms (black rain ordinance) matched upper/lower Wilson Combat NIB BCG M-BUIS pros and little fixins here and there GO BUCKEYES Nice build buddy. I dig that barrel/FH combo. The ALG rail is also growing on me. Unfortunately I think I'm going to hold the phone on the mini recce for now and remodel the 16" recce as it requires less work/money. I'll be in here someday with my own build but until then I'll continue lusting after these builds. |
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Posted: 1/8/2015 10:38:32 PM EDT
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That's blasphemy, RussellAthletic!
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Posted: 1/8/2015 10:49:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
That's blasphemy, RussellAthletic! I know. I know. Your mini build complete with can and VCOG is pushing me hard too. I've got my current full size recce and I'm not pleased with it at the moment. A couple of minor changes and I'll be content...at least for a little while. I'm also hesitant to pull the trigger on anything until I see what debuts at SHOT. |
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Posted: 1/8/2015 11:22:08 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AR-Ryan21]
[#30]
I just picked up a T2 for that mini RECCE you speak of. I'll be swapping between the VCOG and T2 on it.
The T2 is gonna end up costing me a ton. I now want to replace all 5 of my T1s with T2s... |
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Posted: 1/8/2015 11:33:55 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I just picked up a T2 for that mini RECCE you speak of. I'll be swapping between the VCOG and T2 on it. The T2 is gonna end up costing me a ton. I now want to replace all 5 of my T1s with T2s... I'd probably buy one of those T1s to help off set your cost. |
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Posted: 1/8/2015 11:40:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I just picked up a T2 for that mini RECCE you speak of. I'll be swapping between the VCOG and T2 on it. The T2 is gonna end up costing me a ton. I now want to replace all 5 of my T1s with T2s... Do us a solid and give use a good comparison between the T1 and T2. There just isn't a ton of info on the T2 out there though everything I hear is very positive. |
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Posted: 1/8/2015 11:55:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I just picked up a T2 for that mini RECCE you speak of. I'll be swapping between the VCOG and T2 on it. The T2 is gonna end up costing me a ton. I now want to replace all 5 of my T1s with T2s... You did what? I thought you swore of the T2? I might need a T1 when you sell, I have to put one of my Comps on my MK18 Mod build
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Posted: 1/9/2015 1:23:52 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AR-Ryan21]
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I don't recall swearing off the T2. However, I did initially never expect to want to replace any of my T1s with T2s, as the differences between the two on paper seemed to be very negligible.
Well, I happened to be in the market for another Aimpoint Micro last week, so I figured it wouldn't hurt to just drop the extra couple bucks for the T2. Let me first point out that I still wouldn't say the difference between the T1 and T2 will be worth while to everyone at the additional cost. The differences between the two are still somewhat subtle, but depending on your personal equipment, they can add up and make the T2 worth it. The glass on the T2 is superior. Much better? No. But it's noticeable. I wouldn't make the switch solely due to the glass difference, but the T2 is clearer and crisper. What more sets the T2 aside for me is how much better it performs in front of a 3x magnifier or PVS-14. For those that utilize 3x mags or NVGs behind their Micros, the T2 is definitely a good step up in those departments. Lastly, I dig the new lens covers. I run the TD iO covers on my current T1s, but I have all the caps cut off because they can get in my line of sight at times as a righty. The new T2 lens covers are transparent, which is another big plus over the iO covers, and they can also be positioned in any position you desire. I have them positioned to rest on my handguard/upper receiver, so they don't interfere with my FOV at all. Mind you, I've just had a chance to briefly play around with this new T2 at home thus far - it just arrived late this afternoon. I highly doubt I'll end up parting with all my current T1s for T2s, but I'm likely to make the swap on at least one in the very near future. |
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Posted: 1/9/2015 10:43:47 AM EDT
[#35]
Any of you all have experience with this Spikes barrel?
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Posted: 1/9/2015 11:48:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wtturn:
Any of you all have experience with this Spikes barrel? http://www.spikestactical.com/st-cold-hammer-forged-115-carbinelength-barrel-556-p-929.html I sure do. I have a complete upper that Tom built me. It is an excellent barrel, and one of my absolute favorite rifles. I have only stretched this one to 100, it formerly wore just a XPS, I sighted the Accupoint on bags and me and to of my friends shot 1-2 inches with it all day. They both want 11.5 inch scoped rifles, now. It is not the sweetie my Noveske is, but it is just so damn light! 
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OH, USA
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Posted: 1/9/2015 8:02:24 PM EDT
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Better pic, Mcnett gun wrap is the shit, kept my hands cool today
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Posted: 1/10/2015 12:24:03 PM EDT
[#38]
forgive the crappy photo
rebuilding the 11.5 now |
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Posted: 1/10/2015 12:47:54 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
forgive the crappy photo http://i.imgur.com/Mb5MPqt.jpg rebuilding the 11.5 now Very Nice! Did you tiger stripe the rifle with the netting draped over it? |
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Posted: 1/10/2015 12:51:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rubin:
Very Nice! Did you tiger stripe the rifle with the netting draped over it? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rubin:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
forgive the crappy photo http://i.imgur.com/Mb5MPqt.jpg rebuilding the 11.5 now Very Nice! Did you tiger stripe the rifle with the netting draped over it? yessir |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 1/10/2015 1:31:44 PM EDT
[Last Edit: OneRanger]
[#41]
So fucking sweet, nice stick. BTW what ring mounts are those?!
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
forgive the crappy photo http://i.imgur.com/Mb5MPqt.jpg rebuilding the 11.5 now |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 1/10/2015 2:25:02 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
forgive the crappy photo http://i.imgur.com/Mb5MPqt.jpg rebuilding the 11.5 now that turned out great , looking forward to seeing the 11.5 back together
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Posted: 1/10/2015 2:33:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OneRanger:
So fucking sweet, nice stick. BTW what ring mounts are those?! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OneRanger:
So fucking sweet, nice stick. BTW what ring mounts are those?! Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
forgive the crappy photo http://i.imgur.com/Mb5MPqt.jpg rebuilding the 11.5 now Leupold ones that came with the scope, it was the Mark AR package SWFA had on sale. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/10/2015 4:39:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
forgive the crappy photo http://i.imgur.com/Mb5MPqt.jpg rebuilding the 11.5 now That's pretty nice, well done! What barrel length? |
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Posted: 1/10/2015 4:44:20 PM EDT
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Lookin' good, Fin. My favorite paintjob to date
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Posted: 1/10/2015 4:45:13 PM EDT
[#46]
GMAN that is a BA 14.5 barrel, he has a link on the previous page
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Posted: 1/10/2015 6:02:53 PM EDT
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Thanks guys! Hitting the range in the morning to see how it shoots.
Surprisingly I think the brown camo job will do better year round - even though middle TN is a "green" area 1/2 the year. Hell deer are brown and disappear in the woods. Yes as pointed out it is a ballistic advantage 14.5, my first foray into a melonited barrel - so this could dictate future barrel purposes if it shoots. As to the 11.5 it's going to revert back to a rds equipped fun / range gun. Pretty much as it was but with a primary arms micro dot. I do not like the new yhm qd mounts as I have no need to stab a dragon, so it will wear an A1 FH until I can find an old model mount or the elusive PWS mount. It will have the neat look I've seen in the MK18 thread where the upper / optic is black, but the lower / rail are painted. If "meh" once assembled I'll paint the upper / optic too. And I said I was done messing with my AR's......
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CA, USA
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Posted: 1/10/2015 6:44:05 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/10/2015 8:37:55 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Finslayer83:
Thanks guys! Hitting the range in the morning to see how it shoots. Surprisingly I think the brown camo job will do better year round - even though middle TN is a "green" area 1/2 the year. Hell deer are brown and disappear in the woods. Yes as pointed out it is a ballistic advantage 14.5, my first foray into a melonited barrel - so this could dictate future barrel purposes if it shoots. As to the 11.5 it's going to revert back to a rds equipped fun / range gun. Pretty much as it was but with a primary arms micro dot. I do not like the new yhm qd mounts as I have no need to stab a dragon, so it will wear an A1 FH until I can find an old model mount or the elusive PWS mount. It will have the neat look I've seen in the MK18 thread where the upper / optic is black, but the lower / rail are painted. If "meh" once assembled I'll paint the upper / optic too. And I said I was done messing with my AR's...... Seriously. At least the old mounts still work on the new cans. |
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Posted: 1/10/2015 8:52:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sffred:
My old, and ugly contribution... <a href="http://s947.photobucket.com/user/sffred/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps509e06b6.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad311/sffred/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps509e06b6.jpg</a> <a href="http://s947.photobucket.com/user/sffred/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps9249a6b6.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i947.photobucket.com/albums/ad311/sffred/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps9249a6b6.jpg</a> Old and ugly? To me, that's one of the best so far. |
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