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Posted: 6/9/2021 8:24:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Okay gents, it's as finished as I can make it for the moment. Got off the phone with Trijicon today; turns out they have zero ACOGs on their shelves so the TA47 I ordered six weeks ago won't ship until sometime in June. And in other news, ARMS Inc. brought the classic #16A mount back so there's a possibility I might pick up an Aimpoint and #16A for the time being. I definitely want an ACOG in my stable but if I kinda like the idea of having both to swap out, because this is one handy little carbine. So without further delay, I give you my version of a late '80s, early '90s Delta CAR-15. This is a blend between the CAR-15 featured in the old BF1942 video game mod Desert Combat, and what we know was carried in Mogadishu by TF Ranger. And for the record, I also have the AEM5 suppressor, but having had a 12.5" carbine setup previously using it, I decided I wanted something a little shorter and lighter while still maintaining a somewhat plausible concept clone based on the time-period. https://i.imgur.com/JMHXs5P.jpg In this photo, you can see where I shaved the bayonet lug. I also had to space the Weaver barrel mount down a little using a short piece of stainless round stock. I also replaced the socket-head screws (size 8/32" x 1.25") to mount it to the FSB like this. https://i.imgur.com/AIKfkhk.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8yJnIgH.jpg https://i.imgur.com/ZbwGv02.jpg Looks fantastic, bro. I've decided to build a 723 - have everything but a suppressor. I'm just going to run a Romeo 5 RDS on it, and screw anyone who thinks I should put some big heavy optic on it. I have to pin the flashhider though, and have been thinking about the whole Allen Engineering route vs Surefire. Not a 'pure' clone, so maybe a pinned Warcomp would make more sense. What do you think? |
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Posted: 6/9/2021 8:29:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By utahvarminter: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/vyuat6pdf2d21_jpg-1973096.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/tumblr_pbzh7hzZlt1rd55rto1_1280_jpg-1973099.JPG When I zoom in on those, it looks to me like they have them mounted with 1" Leupold Vertical split rings to pieces of weaver/pic rail bolted to the bottom handguard, and flip-caps (probably IR filters?) 100mph Taped to the bezel. The cap on the end looks to be pushbutton. If they had 660's I would think they would have gotten them with barrel mounts, and tape switches included. Also I would guess the flip caps would be a lot larger than they are. Here's mine, though I made the mistake of selling my 5000 and U07 Tape Switch. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/723_jpg-1973102.JPG Here's a pic of Eversmann's 727 (XM4? 720?) with a 660 with no red dot https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/MEversmann_jpg-1973105.JPG Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By utahvarminter: Originally Posted By ringer706: Well, it started with those ARMS mounts, but I guess it's time to do a BHD build now. Was it more likely that they used a 660 or an older Laser Products 6P like what I've got? https://imgur.com/OYTiq6M.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/vyuat6pdf2d21_jpg-1973096.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/tumblr_pbzh7hzZlt1rd55rto1_1280_jpg-1973099.JPG When I zoom in on those, it looks to me like they have them mounted with 1" Leupold Vertical split rings to pieces of weaver/pic rail bolted to the bottom handguard, and flip-caps (probably IR filters?) 100mph Taped to the bezel. The cap on the end looks to be pushbutton. If they had 660's I would think they would have gotten them with barrel mounts, and tape switches included. Also I would guess the flip caps would be a lot larger than they are. Here's mine, though I made the mistake of selling my 5000 and U07 Tape Switch. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/723_jpg-1973102.JPG Here's a pic of Eversmann's 727 (XM4? 720?) with a 660 with no red dot https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129697/MEversmann_jpg-1973105.JPG Love that Masterkey on that early 723 in the first pic. |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 6/13/2021 11:45:32 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ringer706: Well, it started with those ARMS mounts, but I guess it's time to do a BHD build now. Was it more likely that they used a 660 or an older Laser Products 6P like what I've got? https://imgur.com/OYTiq6M.jpg |
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Posted: 6/28/2021 1:34:59 PM EDT
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@5pt56 or others with old aimpoints using the Leupold vertical split rings, what are you torquing them to?
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Posted: 6/28/2021 4:14:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By m1afan1000: @5pt56 or others with old aimpoints using the Leupold vertical split rings, what are you torquing them to? @m1afan1000 I'm not saying it's spec but considering the age of the aimpoints, I wanted to go with a minimum recommendation so I've torqued all 4 or 5 that I've had to 15 inch lbs. I think out of the 2 that I've had the longest, 1 I had to move to 18 inch lbs after a long shooting day and the other hasn't moved off of 15 inch lbs and maintained its zero no questions asked. |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 6/28/2021 4:32:13 PM EDT
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I was lucky enough to snag an Aimpoint 5000 a few years ago. Forget the ACOGs. Run a red dot.
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Posted: 7/6/2021 4:51:21 AM EDT
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Do any of you gentlemen know whether the Surefire weaver M14 mount on my 660 will fit on a .750" barrel under the FSB? I know dremeling is required for the mount, but wasn't sure about barrel profile.
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CA, USA
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Posted: 7/7/2021 4:06:39 PM EDT
[#8]
Do any of you guys know where I can find a Tail Cap for the SureFire 660 w/ pressure switch… Much appreciate
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Posted: 7/7/2021 7:08:57 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Subpar]
[#9]
I’ve acquired the tough to find parts of this. Would a vinyl CAR stock be era correct or just a regular N1? Lock ring or castle nut? Slip ring or delta ring?
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Posted: 7/7/2021 7:45:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSOUNN: Do any of you guys know where I can find a Tail Cap for the SureFire 660 w/ pressure switch Much appreciate |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 7/8/2021 12:03:10 AM EDT
[#11]
My 723 and 733 replicas.
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Posted: 7/13/2021 11:56:06 PM EDT
[#12]
This was a fun one to track down parts for.
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Posted: 7/14/2021 12:43:35 AM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By m1afan1000: This was a fun one to track down parts for. https://i.imgur.com/o49ytfE.jpg Tits. |
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Posted: 7/26/2021 1:12:56 AM EDT
[Last Edit: French1966]
[#14]
Definitely not a clone of anything, and will likely make the carbine gas purists rip their hair out. A more modern take on car15 inspired build.
I’m deciding on wether or not to paint it  Attached File |
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Posted: 7/26/2021 2:18:02 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By French1966: Definitely not a clone of anything, and will likely make the carbine gas purists rip their hair out. A more modern take on car15 inspired build. I'm deciding on wether or not to paint it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/496867/1D07AB19-2753-4E45-84CD-4581AAE979F5_jpe-2028324.JPG What COG is that? I was on a waiting list from Trijicon for one but cancelled it. |
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Posted: 7/26/2021 3:01:52 AM EDT
[Last Edit: French1966]
[#16]
@RTUtah
3x Ta33 Red Chevron. After owning the TA31, 11, 44 I have landed on the 33 being the best for my uses. I don’t shoot NTCH and the 33 has the best combination of weight, magnification, size, and (most importantly for me) eye relief Just so happens that it works great on a carry handle also. I drilled an extra hole in the carry handle so I could get the optic position and 2 bolts that my OCD required  ***I saw a couple listed recently on the EE for a good price, around $700 I believe |
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USA
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Posted: 7/27/2021 5:17:37 PM EDT
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ARMS #16A back in stock if anyone has been waiting
http://armsmounts.com/shop/mounts/r-m-s-16a-aimpoint-carry-handle-mount/ |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 12:01:14 AM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By French1966: Definitely not a clone of anything, and will likely make the carbine gas purists rip their hair out. A more modern take on car15 inspired build. I’m deciding on wether or not to paint it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/496867/1D07AB19-2753-4E45-84CD-4581AAE979F5_jpe-2028324.JPG I'm drawn to it, like an Arfom GDer to trannies.  Jokes aside, great looking practical carbine with retro styling. |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 7:37:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BmNJ: ARMS #16A back in stock if anyone has been waiting http://armsmounts.com/shop/mounts/r-m-s-16a-aimpoint-carry-handle-mount/ Are these correct for the Gordon carbine? All I've known is the standalone #2 ARMS and a 30MM ring. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 7/28/2021 7:40:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eMc9001: Are these correct for the Gordon carbine? All I've known is the standalone #2 ARMS and a 30MM ring. No they are just a one-stop-shop stand-in. Looks cool, plays the part, but #2 and split rings are still king. |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 9:04:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CMCctx: No they are just a one-stop-shop stand-in. Looks cool, plays the part, but #2 and split rings are still king. Gotcha. Pretty much all I got left for mine is the optic situation and waiting for the Form 1 to clear. |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 9:24:02 AM EDT
[#22]
Ban-era clonish
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Posted: 7/28/2021 12:04:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: DoorKicker]
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Many lifetimes ago I was a Rigger with 7th SFG(A) when they were still at Ft Bragg. Our CW4 was a former CAG guy and he would get us all kinds of unique training opportunities at SWC.
This particular time he got us on the SFAUC ranges and we got a shortened class on CQB. It consisted of one half day at the stress test range during which we got to shoot as much as we wanted to become familiar with our sub-guns. MP5SD, Swedish K, combat shotgun, and a few others I don't recall that we would be using during the training...There was a conex box on the range slam full of ammo and the instructor opened the door and said have at it. We shot for hours until our fingers were raw from reloading. We had brought our issued weapons with us but nobody was interested in those when an MP5SD was available, so we just laid them on the reload table and got busy with the SD action. Anyway, I had a camera with me and filmed some footage. I am trying to find that tape because it will have some shots of our issued Car15 rifles. This was during the same time as TF Ranger was taking place 93-94 time frame in a SOF unit so the equipment will be similar Turns out after the 3-4 days of outstanding training opportunity for a bunch of Riggers, we were rewarded with 2 days of weapons cleaning. Cleaning not only our weapons, but every damn weapon SFAUC range owned...It was a small price to pay for the unique opportunity and I would gladly do it again. Especially today when I would pay much more attention to the weapons. Also pictured is the Pro-Tec skateboard helmets we were issued. When they gave them to us they were shiny black. they also gave you a small piece of sandpaper to remove the gloss finish Rigger section from 7thSFG(A) I am top left in the photo. All 180 lbs of me  Attached FileReload table where unfortunately you can't see our weapons  Attached FilePro-Tec  Attached File |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 3:08:43 PM EDT
[Last Edit: imdBman]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoorKicker: Many lifetimes ago I was a Rigger with 7th SFG(A) when they were still at Ft Bragg. Our CW4 was a former CAG guy and he would get us all kinds of unique training opportunities at SWC. This particular time he got us on the SFAUC ranges and we got a shortened class on CQB. It consisted of one half day at the stress test range during which we got to shoot as much as we wanted to become familiar with our sub-guns. MP5SD, Swedish K, combat shotgun, and a few others I don't recall that we would be using during the training...There was a conex box on the range slam full of ammo and the instructor opened the door and said have at it. We shot for hours until our fingers were raw from reloading. We had brought our issued weapons with us but nobody was interested in those when an MP5SD was available, so we just laid them on the reload table and got busy with the SD action. Anyway, I had a camera with me and filmed some footage. I am trying to find that tape because it will have some shots of our issued Car15 rifles. This was during the same time as TF Ranger was taking place 93-94 time frame in a SOF unit so the equipment will be similar Turns out after the 3-4 days of outstanding training opportunity for a bunch of Riggers, we were rewarded with 2 days of weapons cleaning. Cleaning not only our weapons, but every damn weapon SFAUC range owned...It was a small price to pay for the unique opportunity and I would gladly do it again. Especially today when I would pay much more attention to the weapons. Also pictured is the Pro-Tec skateboard helmets we were issued. When they gave them to us they were shiny black. they also gave you a small piece of sandpaper to remove the gloss finish Rigger section from 7thSFG(A) I am top left in the photo. All 180 lbs of me https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3126_jpg-2030863.JPG Reload table where unfortunately you can't see our weapons https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3127_jpg-2030866.JPG Pro-Tec https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3128_jpg-2030868.JPG Excellent Post and story! I wish I had taken more pictures during my time. I have very few of my time as an 0311 in the USMC 87-91. I got better later as an AF JTAC 2001-2017 with enough pictures to at least represent my time. I shot the 1911 in USMC Boot Camp along with the A2. I carried an M203 most of my time but got to carry the original M249 with tube stock and an M60A3 for a short time also. After a 10 year break I went back to the military to AF TACP. I was in process of joining TACP when 9/11 happened and my sign date was 9/24/01. We had M16 and M16A1, (no pictures dammit), for training 01-02 followed by A2s before our unit received brand new M4s in 2003. Then 2003-2017 i was able to experience the sighting evolution from M68 Aimpoint-EOTech-ACOG-Elcan. Uniform Evolution from Woodland-Choco Chip-DCU-ACU-ABU  -OCP. I found 1 picture with A1's.     ETA; No pictures of ACOG- Qualified with it and trained some with it but chose an AimPoint or an Elcan over the ACOG. EoTech was a backup sight deployed in case my Elcan crapped out. Never needed the EoTech and no pics. |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 3:24:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By imdBman: Excellent Post and story! I wish I had taken more pictures during my time. I have very few of my time as an 0311 in the USMC 87-91. I got better later as an AF JTAC 2001-2017 with enough pictures to at least represent my time. I shot the 1911 in USMC Boot Camp along with the A2. I carried an M203 most of my time but got to carry the original M249 with tube stock and an M60A3 for a short time also. After a 10 year break I went back to the military to AF TACP. I was in process of joining TACP when 9/11 happened and my sign date was 9/24/01. We had M16 and M16A1, (no pictures dammit), for training 01-02 followed by A2s before our unit received brand new M4s in 2003. Then 2003-2017 i was able to experience the sighting evolution from M68 Aimpoint-EOTech-ACOG-Elcan. Uniform Evolution from Woodland-Choco Chip-DCU-ACU-ABU -OCP.https://i.imgur.com/GNM7WqN.jpg?1 I found 1 picture with A1's. https://i.imgur.com/g1lmGCS.jpg https://i.imgur.com/u5Tvzu9.jpg https://i.imgur.com/CyrjYdL.jpg https://i.imgur.com/V1FmEWI.jpg ETA; No pictures of ACOG- Qualified with it and trained some with it but chose an AimPoint or an Elcan over the ACOG. EoTech was a backup sight deployed in case my Elcan crapped out. Never needed the EoTech and no pics. Cool. Most I ever worked with TACPs was operation Red Flag at Nellis AFB. I think that was 1996 maybe? They were showing us how to "laze" SP? targets and call in A10 air support. I had other limited exposure to TACPs. somewhere I have a coin they gave me with the Playboy bunny on it |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 3:55:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By French1966: Definitely not a clone of anything, and will likely make the carbine gas purists rip their hair out. A more modern take on car15 inspired build. I’m deciding on wether or not to paint it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/496867/1D07AB19-2753-4E45-84CD-4581AAE979F5_jpe-2028324.JPG @French1966  Attached FileI also have an Aero no assist inbound. Going to order two of the same barrels, might be Criterion Core's special order with both using .625 FSB's and 14.5 mid gas. So one lower with just two assembled uppers. |
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Posted: 7/28/2021 3:57:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: French1966]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jonny1904: @French1966 https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/410640/20210728_091559_jpg-2031084.JPG I also have an Aero no assist inbound. Going to order two of the same barrels, might be Criterion Core's special order with both using .625 FSB's and 14.5 mid gas. So one lower with just two assembled uppers. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jonny1904: Originally Posted By French1966: Definitely not a clone of anything, and will likely make the carbine gas purists rip their hair out. A more modern take on car15 inspired build. I’m deciding on wether or not to paint it https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/496867/1D07AB19-2753-4E45-84CD-4581AAE979F5_jpe-2028324.JPG @French1966 https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/410640/20210728_091559_jpg-2031084.JPG I also have an Aero no assist inbound. Going to order two of the same barrels, might be Criterion Core's special order with both using .625 FSB's and 14.5 mid gas. So one lower with just two assembled uppers. Talk about an awesome barrel choice. Those will be great shooters Also @SSeric02 thanks for the compliment earlier. You motivated me to complete the long overdue muzzle device swap (not so easy due to pinned and welded) to a Surefire flash hider. Now I can mount my mini 556 suppressor.  Attached File |
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NM, USA
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Posted: 7/28/2021 9:23:02 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/1/2021 9:06:16 AM EDT
[#29]
Anyone got a lead on a ARMS #2 mount?
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Posted: 8/1/2021 10:59:49 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Theodoric]
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eMc9001: Anyone got a lead on a ARMS #2 mount? |
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Posted: 8/1/2021 11:35:31 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By French1966: Talk about an awesome barrel choice. Those will be great shooters Also @SSeric02 thanks for the compliment earlier. You motivated me to complete the long overdue muzzle device swap (not so easy due to pinned and welded) to a Surefire flash hider. Now I can mount my mini 556 suppressor. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/496867/E9613C22-97D8-4DAD-A246-BE17C335981C_jpe-2032851.JPG The more I see ACOGs on these, the more I want one to finish mine out, as was my original plan. |
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Posted: 8/6/2021 12:42:10 PM EDT
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Can anyone confirm which rings exactly I need for a CompM? Mine doesn't have the factory 30MM ring its a detachable mount so I need to source something to mount on the #2 ARMS
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TN, USA
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Posted: 8/6/2021 3:30:37 PM EDT
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ACOGs are soooooooooo far out of alignment, they should be on a different thread. Like a BHD-ish thread. No justifiable reason to have these monstrosities in this thread.
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Posted: 8/6/2021 5:13:51 PM EDT
[Last Edit: DoorKicker]
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By retrohead2: ACOGs are soooooooooo far out of alignment, they should be on a different thread. Like a BHD-ish thread. No justifiable reason to have these monstrosities in this thread. I understand why an ACOG would not work in a 1993 Somalia build thread, but how would they work in a BHD thread? BHD = 1993 Somalia = TF Ranger That being said, here is my BHD/1993 Somalia build that I recently finished. It closely resembles the "CAR15" I carried while with C/3/7th SFG(A) Panama. Like I said in an earlier post, I was serving in a SOF unit during the same time frame of TF Ranger so I assume our equipment would be similar.  Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached FileThe light is Surefire but NOT the correct 6P, but the mount is definitely what we were using. And the red flip cap lens cover is correct also along with solid lens covers that were used as well. ETA: I am considering a side sling adaptor because I know they existed back then but honestly can't remember if they were on our CAR15s. I am still looking through old photos and trying to find some video I shot to see what I can learn about our issued gear (That I never paid a lot of attention to) during my service. |
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Posted: 8/6/2021 5:54:37 PM EDT
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Young Captain sinister, 1988. M16A2 Carbine with fixed A1/723 upper, 3x D-cell MagLight with hose clamps, AN/PAQ-4:
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Posted: 8/6/2021 6:26:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoorKicker: I understand why an ACOG would not work in a 1993 Somalia build thread, but how would they work in a BHD thread? BHD = 1993 Somalia = TF Ranger That being said, here is my BHD/1993 Somalia build that I recently finished. It closely resembles the "CAR15" I carried while with C/3/7th SFG(A) Panama. Like I said in an earlier post, I was serving in a SOF unit during the same time frame of TF Ranger so I assume our equipment would be similar. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3145_jpg-2042521.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3146_jpg-2042523.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3147_jpg-2042525.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3148_jpg-2042526.JPG The light is Surefire but NOT the correct 6P, but the mount is definitely what we were using. And the red flip cap lens cover is correct also along with solid lens covers that were used as well. ETA: I am considering a side sling adaptor because I know they existed back then but honestly can't remember if they were on our CAR15s. I am still looking through old photos and trying to find some video I shot to see what I can learn about our issued gear (That I never paid a lot of attention to) during my service. Agree with your highlighting that he's in a BHD thread. But ACOGs were used in 93. Mostly limited to the TA01, but do recall reference of a TA11 being on a Navy rifle. It would make it a very fast market to field acquisition though if true. TA01 had been out for a few years by 93. |
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Posted: 8/6/2021 6:29:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sinister: Young Captain sinister, 1988. M16A2 Carbine with fixed A1/723 upper, 3x D-cell MagLight with hose clamps, AN/PAQ-4: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/18978/sinister_1998_jpg-2042593.JPG SFAUC FT Bragg? Outside the "Hell House" maybe? |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 8/6/2021 7:16:23 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoorKicker: I understand why an ACOG would not work in a 1993 Somalia build thread, but how would they work in a BHD thread? BHD = 1993 Somalia = TF Ranger That being said, here is my BHD/1993 Somalia build that I recently finished. It closely resembles the "CAR15" I carried while with C/3/7th SFG(A) Panama. Like I said in an earlier post, I was serving in a SOF unit during the same time frame of TF Ranger so I assume our equipment would be similar. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3145_jpg-2042521.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3146_jpg-2042523.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3147_jpg-2042525.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/443/IMG_3148_jpg-2042526.JPG The light is Surefire but NOT the correct 6P, but the mount is definitely what we were using. And the red flip cap lens cover is correct also along with solid lens covers that were used as well. ETA: I am considering a side sling adaptor because I know they existed back then but honestly can't remember if they were on our CAR15s. I am still looking through old photos and trying to find some video I shot to see what I can learn about our issued gear (That I never paid a lot of attention to) during my service. |
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Posted: 8/6/2021 7:38:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By retrohead2: I said BHD-ish, not BHD. Call it a movie clone or something else. ACOGs were in use in 93, and some were on rifles in Somalia. What's your hold up here? 
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Posted: 8/6/2021 8:25:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hunterex: ACOGs were in use in 93, and some were on rifles in Somalia. What's your hold up here? Gold Squadron recce bubba in the Mog with a TA11. The year is 1993 and this was on page 12 of this thread.  Attached File |
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Posted: 8/6/2021 8:42:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Gold Squadron recce bubba in the Mog with a TA11. The year is 1993 and this was on page 12 of this thread. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/111561/07E3CD4C-61D6-4001-B256-4E3688356281_jpe-2042785.JPG @retrohead2 Happy now? |
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NM, USA
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Posted: 8/6/2021 8:54:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sinister: Young Captain sinister, 1988. M16A2 Carbine with fixed A1/723 upper, 3x D-cell MagLight with hose clamps, AN/PAQ-4: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/18978/sinister_1998_jpg-2042593.JPG Outstanding!! |
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Posted: 8/6/2021 10:23:22 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wtwining: Outstanding!! Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wtwining: Originally Posted By Sinister: Young Captain sinister, 1988. M16A2 Carbine with fixed A1/723 upper, 3x D-cell MagLight with hose clamps, AN/PAQ-4: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/18978/sinister_1998_jpg-2042593.JPG Outstanding!! Ya! Bad Ass! |
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Posted: 8/7/2021 12:17:46 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jonny1904: @retrohead2 Happy now? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jonny1904: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Gold Squadron recce bubba in the Mog with a TA11. The year is 1993 and this was on page 12 of this thread. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/111561/07E3CD4C-61D6-4001-B256-4E3688356281_jpe-2042785.JPG @retrohead2 Happy now? Careful Jonny, he might call Postbusters |
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Posted: 8/7/2021 8:04:23 AM EDT
[Last Edit: CMCctx]
[#45]
Why call out ACOGs? There have been inconsistencies from the beginning. All of which are okay, but now you choose this as a hill to die on? Even weirder that they are correct.
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Posted: 8/7/2021 8:53:02 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Sinister]
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DoorKicker: SFAUC FT Bragg? Outside the "Hell House" maybe? |
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Posted: 8/7/2021 9:48:03 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sinister: SFARTAETC, Range 37 at Bragg. Your job was way more Kewler than mine |
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Posted: 8/8/2021 5:00:16 PM EDT
[#48]
My contribution. AEM5 is still in jail.
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Posted: 8/8/2021 8:03:40 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Theodoric: My contribution. AEM5 is still in jail. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/124774/31DFA6F1-050F-43C2-A8EC-A1A8C8144ED8-2045265.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/124774/6699EFB5-842A-4104-9398-3CA8CE1D9708-2045264.jpg Nicely done, where did you find the collar, and what barrel did you use? I am still doing a barrel search might just go with a BA 12.5" for the time being and machine the collar for my AEM 5. Won't be an exact but close. |
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Posted: 8/8/2021 8:07:52 PM EDT
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It's a D. Wilson barrel and collar.
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