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Link Posted: 4/19/2014 6:59:50 PM EDT
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Compatible with USGI mags?  

Link Posted: 4/19/2014 8:39:36 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/20/2014 11:58:19 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/22/2014 2:13:46 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/22/2014 2:16:56 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/22/2014 4:38:50 PM EDT
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picture from our instagram account

If you guys are not on our instagram, and facebook, hit them up.  We posted the final weight of our upper. This will be the production model, we still have to wrap the pallets, and do production dimension checks, but this should be final weight.

5.85oz

https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/10306401_726721437348688_6713303914126592742_n.jpg


Pricing and availability will still be at the end of this month.
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Link Posted: 4/22/2014 10:40:47 PM EDT
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picture from our instagram account

If you guys are not on our instagram, and facebook, hit them up.  We posted the final weight of our upper. This will be the production model, we still have to wrap the pallets, and do production dimension checks, but this should be final weight.

5.85oz

https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/10306401_726721437348688_6713303914126592742_n.jpg


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That is gorgeous! Is that the curb weight? This is somewhat troublesome to me as I have all the parts bought for a sub-five pound rifle and am just waiting on FN for a barrel to ship....
Link Posted: 4/22/2014 10:43:35 PM EDT
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Coming along nicely!
Link Posted: 4/23/2014 2:14:36 AM EDT
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Looks to clean and I don't see anyone working on my new upper and lower??



We worked a whole bunch on the upper today.  

https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/t1.0-9/10156024_724132260940939_713494549142484790_n.jpg


Awesome! No forward assist. You are on to something!
Link Posted: 4/26/2014 9:22:47 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/26/2014 9:33:35 PM EDT
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I think i see Blue.. He's Glorious
Link Posted: 4/26/2014 9:34:39 PM EDT
[#12]
Damn that is sexy!
Link Posted: 4/26/2014 9:36:18 PM EDT
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Wow.  I didn't realize that these were short throw lowers until seeing the new pics for some reason...looking pretty sweet!  Just need to know how much it's going to hurt my wallet/sex life when I order....
Link Posted: 4/26/2014 9:46:10 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/26/2014 10:42:55 PM EDT
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Looks Awesome!

Link Posted: 4/26/2014 10:43:10 PM EDT
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How is the weight and cost compared to a drilled 9mm slickside upper?
Link Posted: 4/26/2014 11:15:33 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/27/2014 3:05:48 AM EDT
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HOLY CRAP that looks fantastic!
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 10:35:52 AM EDT
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Is the bell the area that's just behind the barrel nut threading?  If so, most rail systems incorporate an anti rotation design that interfaces with milspec dimensional specs in that area.  If the bell meets milspec dimensional drawings in that part of the upper, I would kindly ask that you leave it there.

Wes
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 10:54:45 AM EDT
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Man just when I was about to close the book on building Ar-15's for a long while this comes out.
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 10:56:04 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/27/2014 11:02:35 AM EDT
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Do you have a high res version of that pic you're willing to put out?  I'd love that as a background on my tablet.
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 12:12:42 PM EDT
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Double post...
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 12:15:07 PM EDT
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Is the bell the area that's just behind the barrel nut threading?  If so, most rail systems incorporate an anti rotation design that interfaces with milspec dimensional specs in that area.  If the bell meets milspec dimensional drawings in that part of the upper, I would kindly ask that you leave it there.

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Is the bell the area that's just behind the barrel nut threading?  If so, most rail systems incorporate an anti rotation design that interfaces with milspec dimensional specs in that area.  If the bell meets milspec dimensional drawings in that part of the upper, I would kindly ask that you leave it there.

Wes


Pretty much every rail that I've installed uses the gas system channel to align a rail to the upper (aside from the lightening after the transition it looks pretty standard to me) and not the side wall of the receiver itself.  What rails are you using?

My only concern there would be the wall thickness in the areas that house the barrel extension.  Have you guys done much live fire/full auto testing with them?  I get the feeling that most people who will be interested in these will be the 3 gun guys and we all know their guns are going to see a lot more mileage than the average...
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 1:34:38 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/27/2014 1:37:21 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/27/2014 1:40:55 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/27/2014 2:37:14 PM EDT
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Pretty much every rail that I've installed uses the gas system channel to align a rail to the upper (aside from the lightening after the transition it looks pretty standard to me) and not the side wall of the receiver itself.  What rails are you using?

My only concern there would be the wall thickness in the areas that house the barrel extension.  Have you guys done much live fire/full auto testing with them?  I get the feeling that most people who will be interested in these will be the 3 gun guys and we all know their guns are going to see a lot more mileage than the average...
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Is the bell the area that's just behind the barrel nut threading?  If so, most rail systems incorporate an anti rotation design that interfaces with milspec dimensional specs in that area.  If the bell meets milspec dimensional drawings in that part of the upper, I would kindly ask that you leave it there.

Wes


Pretty much every rail that I've installed uses the gas system channel to align a rail to the upper (aside from the lightening after the transition it looks pretty standard to me) and not the side wall of the receiver itself.  What rails are you using?

My only concern there would be the wall thickness in the areas that house the barrel extension.  Have you guys done much live fire/full auto testing with them?  I get the feeling that most people who will be interested in these will be the 3 gun guys and we all know their guns are going to see a lot more mileage than the average...


LaRue, Troy, some MI products, Fortis, UTG Pro all come to mind.  I am sure there are others out there.

Wes
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 2:47:54 PM EDT
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LaRue, Troy, some MI products, Fortis, UTG Pro all come to mind.  I am sure there are others out there.

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Is the bell the area that's just behind the barrel nut threading?  If so, most rail systems incorporate an anti rotation design that interfaces with milspec dimensional specs in that area.  If the bell meets milspec dimensional drawings in that part of the upper, I would kindly ask that you leave it there.

Wes


Pretty much every rail that I've installed uses the gas system channel to align a rail to the upper (aside from the lightening after the transition it looks pretty standard to me) and not the side wall of the receiver itself.  What rails are you using?

My only concern there would be the wall thickness in the areas that house the barrel extension.  Have you guys done much live fire/full auto testing with them?  I get the feeling that most people who will be interested in these will be the 3 gun guys and we all know their guns are going to see a lot more mileage than the average...


LaRue, Troy, some MI products, Fortis, UTG Pro all come to mind.  I am sure there are others out there.

Wes


Daniel Defense too.

Wes
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 3:59:57 PM EDT
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It would be nice to see the whole set in a series of photos that sections it in .1" increments.  There is an area on a standard A3 upper where the side wall is ~.026" thick between the picatinny root dimensioned sidewall and where the key cutter tool clearance is cut for the charging handle slots.  You have pockets that appear to be about .020" deep running right over that ~.026" thick section.  

Both are beautiful parts, regardless of the obvious strength and rigidity compromises involved whenever a pre-existing and purpose built part sees substantial material removal in lieu of a substantial material strength upgrade.
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 6:29:01 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/27/2014 9:54:46 PM EDT
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How much $$$ for the set?
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 10:11:05 PM EDT
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Calling Dr Evil for a price check. ....


Wes
Link Posted: 4/27/2014 11:32:00 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/28/2014 12:09:58 PM EDT
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Does the Fortis rail work on the upper?
Link Posted: 4/28/2014 12:13:17 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/28/2014 12:34:34 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/28/2014 6:09:36 PM EDT
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Got to molest a set today. Absolute work of art!

Top notch product by a great group of guys.
Link Posted: 4/28/2014 7:07:22 PM EDT
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Very Well done! I'm going to get a set when they become available.
Link Posted: 4/29/2014 3:30:12 AM EDT
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In for pricing. You guys seem to have done a beautiful job on this.
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 5:07:07 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/30/2014 5:08:27 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/30/2014 6:17:32 PM EDT
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In the meantime, Brownells is having a blowout on the Mag Tactical lowers.  I'm not a huge fan of them, but they're better than poly and just as light.

I'd go with one of these over the Mag, if I had to choose only one though.

MAG Tactical magnesium lowers for $79.99
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 7:09:33 PM EDT
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It's the end of the month...
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 7:55:23 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/30/2014 8:16:55 PM EDT
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I am looking at a brownells order cart with the 5.8oz mag tech lower in the cart right now....some idea on your pricing would be really helpful.

Wes
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 8:38:42 PM EDT
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I am looking at a brownells order cart with the 5.8oz mag tech lower in the cart right now....some idea on your pricing would be really helpful.

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I am not affiliated with A2 Armament and not going to be suggesting pricing but I would think it will be substantially more than Lanbos $55 or Brownells $80 pricing for the Mag Tactical lower.  Having said that I have tried the Mag Tactical upper and lowers and I was not impressed with the fit or finish.  Mine were sold and went back to using a Mega.  The Balios is going to be in a whole class to itself as far as quality compared to Mag Tactical.  If you are looking for lightweight budget build purchase the Mag Tactical.  I am going to purchase a Balios lite set.
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 9:12:41 PM EDT
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I am looking at a brownells order cart with the 5.8oz mag tech lower in the cart right now....some idea on your pricing would be really helpful.

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Did you read the reviews?
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 9:29:36 PM EDT
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Moving to a new thread....http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_12/645556_MagTac_vs_in_production_but_not_available_yet_2A_Armament_BALIOS_Lite.html

Wes
Link Posted: 4/30/2014 11:08:36 PM EDT
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