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Posted: 6/22/2017 3:26:48 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ban-hater:
Own it man, own it!! Too many before us showed us the way, Sir. Just complying, Sir! ETA Damn page ownage. Wasn't prepared for this, old pic 
Colt - Nodak A2 Clone by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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Posted: 6/22/2017 3:29:27 PM EDT
[#2]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
I'm not sure I can take it much longer. I NEED an A1 of some flavor. LOL. You're not helping. I might be willing to sell my recce to do it. What belt is that in you last pic? Once they're fed, get yourself a good ole A1 and let's call it a day. Yes? |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/22/2017 8:23:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SoloDallas:
You better start saving dad. Yes I know, family 'n' all: got two children, too! Once they're fed, get yourself a good ole A1 and let's call it a day. Yes? |
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Posted: 6/22/2017 9:18:22 PM EDT
[#4]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
It really would complete my collection of US Army Rifles. I have Springfield Trapdoor, 03A3, Garand, M-1 Carbine, M1A, A2, M4gery. I know I'm missing a few others. Maybe a 1917.. A regular ole 03 would be sweet. I don't really care about Krags.... Not sure what else I would need. You have an amazing collection! I didn't know you had all those. I lack Trapdoor (would be nice to have), M1A and the M1917 as well (I prefer M1903s and have a couple). I like Krags but don't care much having one as well. |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 12:01:13 AM EDT
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Truth be told, I dig shooting the 03A3 far more than the Garand. I guess I'm just weird. I've never shot the trapdoor. My Dad got it from the "DCM" when he was a kid. I guess that's like what the CMP used to be called. Or something like that.
Now the M1A, that thing is accurate. But it's a loaded. A standard model balances better. |
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Posted: 6/23/2017 12:24:19 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
Truth be told, I dig shooting the 03A3 far more than the Garand. I guess I'm just weird. I've never shot the trapdoor. My Dad got it from the "DCM" when he was a kid. I guess that's like what the CMP used to be called. Or something like that. Now the M1A, that thing is accurate. But it's a loaded. A standard model balances better.  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/23/2017 11:04:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA: My Dad got it from the "DCM" when he was a kid. I guess that's like what the CMP used to be called. Or something like that. Director of Civilian Marksmanship. Currently: Civilian Marksmanship Program |
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Posted: 6/23/2017 12:48:31 PM EDT
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Yeah it was DCM when it was actually "the government", but someone didn't like the idea of the government distributing firearms directly to civilians, so they setup a private non-profit (CMP) to receive the weapons from the Army/DLA and then redistribute them.
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 2:54:07 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#9]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SoloDallas:
I am the same. I just love bolt action rifles. I wasn't kidding you when I told you I like classics. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326068/guns-236902.JPG I need to do a family pic like that. One of those progression pics with the rifles in historical order. Pic thread (lest anyone has a crap fit about my stance, I was doing kind of a contest with my friend and trying to be real accurate off hand. So I took up a sort of HiPower-ish stance). You know SoloDallas, as much as I want an A1, I don't really need it. This gun is so much fun to shoot. I'm not sure I'd like an A1 as much as my A2. Probably would buck more. This you can just go pew pew pew and stay on target. LOL. 
Here's that Mauser (I'm sort of anti german stuff since my Grandpa died fighting them. But whatever, I shot my first two deer with that gun, so it holds a special place that way) 
Tanks for the DCM explanation guys. |
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Posted: 6/23/2017 2:56:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#10]
Dayum I love your Colt A2.
The A3. My favorite of these bolt actions I have is the A3; it's sweet, smooth, light (lighter than the other M1903, which is an all original Springfield from 1923) and the rear sights are fantastic (as you know) ETA oh and unrelated pic to pic thread (shooting another M1903 I sold years ago) 
Shooting 1918 Rock Island M1903, 30-06 by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 2:58:28 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#11]
It's the only rifle I've ever shot at 600 yards and I was hitting the big black bull with it. I was pretty blown away. I was just using American Eagle 150 grain FMJ.
ETA: HOT!!!! Love that. I put my A3 in a scant stock and haven't shot it in it yet. I guess that's the one I need to take out for remembrance of my Grandpa's KIA in Normandy on July 27th. Or the next time I get to the range. I like my A2 the best out of any AR. I keep trying to like carbines and I just don't really. LOL. I know they are more useful in tighter spaces. And it's not like I hate them. But the sights suck for my aging eyes and I really like the A1 type stock the best. |
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Posted: 6/23/2017 2:59:07 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#12]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
It's the only rifle I've ever shot at 600 yards and I was hitting the big black bull with it. I was pretty blown away. I was just using American Eagle 150 grain FMJ. ETA Can you PLEASE repost pics of that A2 of yours? Both sides |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 3:04:49 PM EDT
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I need find a pic or take one of the other side. I put the Colt A2 grip back on. It's pretty much all original except I swapped an A1 stock with an A2 buttplate. That 5/8" makes it like perfection to me.
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Posted: 6/23/2017 3:11:28 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#14]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
I need find a pic or take one of the other side. I put the Colt A2 grip back on. It's pretty much all original except I swapped an A1 stock with an A2 buttplate. That 5/8" makes it like perfection to me. http://i.imgur.com/QgN1TmH.jpg 
ETA Since I guess we like Muskets... 
Muskets by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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Posted: 6/23/2017 4:44:44 PM EDT
[#15]
Is this a private party or can anyone join?
Complete FN M16A2 upper and furniture (came from a kit with everything except lower receiver), LRB Arms M15SA lower, 3-point sling and mag pouch from the A2 I carried on deployment to Bosnia in 2001. 
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Posted: 6/23/2017 4:45:51 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grondike:
Is this a private party or can anyone join?
Complete FN M16A2 upper and furniture (came from a kit with everything except lower receiver), LRB Arms M15SA lower, 3-point sling and mag pouch from the A2 I carried on deployment to Bosnia in 2001. http://www.narruc.net/Public/pix/fn-a2.jpg The moar A2, the bettah (nice A2!) |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 5:43:36 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#17]
Yessirreebob, that is awesome. Thanks for deploying and serving!!!!
The other side for you. I'm not getting as good of pics as you are. LOL. That's not too bad of lens on my canon but no tripod.... 
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Posted: 6/23/2017 5:45:55 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
Yessirreebob, that is awesome. Thanks for deploying and serving!!!! The other side for you. I'm not getting as good of pics as you are. LOL. That's not too bad of lens on my canon but no tripod.... http://i.imgur.com/GYfsC9w.jpg http://i.imgur.com/dz2hjUn.jpg
(ETA Jesus I love that grey) |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/23/2017 5:48:07 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#19]
Is it me or are your guys' handguards fatter than mine? A friend gave me a pair because I was thinking of attaching a rail piece so I can mount a light when I want to. But the ones he gave me are fatter and I'm not sure if I like that.......
Why thank you!!!!! The action is the smoothest action I've ever felt on an AR. It's like butter. I guess : Colt...... 
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Posted: 6/23/2017 5:50:07 PM EDT
[#20]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
Is it me or are your guys' handguards fatter than mine? A friend gave me a pair because I was thinking of attaching a rail piece so I can mount a light when I want to. But the ones he gave me are fatter and I'm not sure if I like that....... I like them a little fatter than slimmer - anyway, if that was ever the case. Matter of fact, I love so much A1 handguards. |
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Posted: 6/26/2017 8:50:40 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#21]
Just more of the same.
Got another Stock (Colt, USGI) and it came with all Colt parts (buffer, buffer tube and spring, screws etc.). It's even a better fit than before (and still, previous stock itself on its own was early Colt USGI as well, just like this one). I also weathered some parts (sanded) in order for the finish to look less shining and new. I dislike new-looking rifles. Especially clones. It's subtle, but it's that subtlety that will give any finish more of a three dimensional look. I shot it yesterday and I have to say, she's so sweet. Such mild recoil. 20 inchers - classics - like this one are certainly my favorite. I am really addicted to this little rifle. 
Colt - Nodak A2 Clone by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/26/2017 11:09:20 PM EDT
[#22]
My goodness. Looks great. Something about the California sun shining on it. LOL.
I do think it's small, but I think your handguards are a tiny bit bigger than mine. From my eyeballs.... |
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Posted: 6/29/2017 1:04:40 PM EDT
[#23]
Erik Winter at Windham Weaponry recently built this DCM Rifle for me.
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Posted: 6/29/2017 6:02:13 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GI_Brat:
Erik Winter at Windham Weaponry recently built this DCM Rifle for me. http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/4382/image003-1--241311.jpg http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/4382/image004-1--241310.jpg Is it black or grey? Can't tell |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2017 11:16:21 PM EDT
[#25]
Looks black to me. You are in an elite crowd when you get the grey. LOL. Just kidding.
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2017 11:25:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#26]
double tap
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Posted: 6/29/2017 11:42:47 PM EDT
[#27]
Elite is grey, with the original large round forward assist, and peel washer!
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Posted: 6/30/2017 8:14:40 AM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GI_Brat:
Erik Winter at Windham Weaponry recently built this DCM Rifle for me. http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/4382/image003-1--241311.jpg http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/4382/image004-1--241310.jpg Would they assemble just the upper or do they only build complete rifles? |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 8:33:29 AM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SoloDallas:
Very nice. Is it black or grey? Can't tell |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 8:38:21 AM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MikeE23666:
Very nice. Would they assemble just the upper or do they only build complete rifles? Windham Weaponry does offer complete uppers. Call Matt Hasty in customer service, he'll be able to set it up. |
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Posted: 6/30/2017 4:40:04 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/30/2017 6:30:40 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By KitBuilder:
Elite is grey, with the original large round forward assist, and peel washer! 
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WI, USA
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Posted: 6/30/2017 6:32:39 PM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SoloDallas:
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326068/IMG-1267-242368.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/326068/IMG-1263-242369.JPG   on the ears indoors. I don't think I've ever shot a 5.56 indoors or was around someone that did. Probably not as bad as a .44 magnum..... Maybe.
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Posted: 6/30/2017 10:44:32 PM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GI_Brat:
Erik Winter at Windham Weaponry recently built this DCM Rifle for me. http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/4382/image003-1--241311.jpg http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/4382/image004-1--241310.jpg |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 12:53:15 AM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
Ugh, I guess I'm less then elite. More like... salivator class.....
http://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/13082/M16A2-M9-199793.JPG |
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Posted: 7/1/2017 8:44:11 PM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HighpowerRifleBrony:
Ooh. Is the FSB pinned or set screwed? |
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Posted: 8/10/2017 9:55:26 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
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WI, USA
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Posted: 8/10/2017 11:42:31 AM EDT
[#38]
What exactly IS that gun. That's not a brown bess is it? I don't think it's a Kentucky rifle. But technically it's some kind of Flintlock, right?
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Posted: 8/10/2017 11:44:24 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
What exactly IS that gun. That's not a brown bess is it? I don't think it's a Kentucky rifle. But technically it's some kind of Flintlock, right? Brown Bess, but shorter length. That's exactly what it is. Pedersoli makes it - I have both lengths, the standard (original one) and this shorter model, supposedly a ship Brown Bess. They also used it on Pirates of the Caribbean for this reason. ETA: found old picture of mine 
Brown Besses by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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Posted: 8/10/2017 12:02:15 PM EDT
[#40]
Nice bump Solo! I got to visit the Alamo for the first time a few days ago. They have several displays of rifles up. That was a great experience for our family. Highly recommended for anyone in the San Antonio area.
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Posted: 8/10/2017 12:11:44 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By imdBman:
Nice bump Solo! I got to visit the Alamo for the first time a few days ago. They have several displays of rifles up. That was a great experience for our family. Highly recommended for anyone in the San Antonio area. Stay safe, brother - and more muskets to us! 
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Posted: 8/10/2017 6:29:40 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Miami_JBT]
[#42]
My newest.... LEO Letterhead ban era Bushmaster XM15-ES2 HBAR.
Paid $350 for it. Ain't changing a thing to it. |
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Posted: 8/10/2017 6:31:22 PM EDT
[#43]
Since photbucket screwed everything up, here's a couple of photos of my A2. I wanted a rifle like the one I carried as a young Paratrooper in the 82nd. The lower is an 80% lower from Sherwood Armory. Everything else is Del-Ton except the furniture, that is surplus from Sarco Arms
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Posted: 8/11/2017 8:42:20 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wjoutlaw:
Since photbucket screwed everything up, here's a couple of photos of my A2. I wanted a rifle like the one I carried as a young Paratrooper in the 82nd. The lower is an 80% lower from Sherwood Armory. Everything else is Del-Ton except the furniture, that is surplus from Sarco Arms https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/284782/a2-276886.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/284782/a2_2-276887.JPG |
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Posted: 8/11/2017 12:36:38 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wjoutlaw:
Since photbucket screwed everything up, here's a couple of photos of my A2. I wanted a rifle like the one I carried as a young Paratrooper in the 82nd. The lower is an 80% lower from Sherwood Armory. Everything else is Del-Ton except the furniture, that is surplus from Sarco Arms https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/284782/a2-276886.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/284782/a2_2-276887.JPG Very nice MiamiJBT!!!!! This has turned out to be a great page. |
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Posted: 8/12/2017 12:46:01 PM EDT
[#46]
Agree, very nice rifles.
I'm still abroad and miss my A2 so much. 
Colt - Nodak A2 Clone by SoloDallas, on Flickr |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 8/12/2017 2:16:20 PM EDT
[#47]
I can see why....
You lost points with me for having Brown Besses. LOL... But I guess I should give you some slack since you're from across the pond. I'll try not to hold it against you. Actually, I won't. Your contributions to the threads are amazing, so I guess we can put up with your enemy flintlocks.
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Posted: 8/14/2017 8:50:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
I can see why....
You lost points with me for having Brown Besses. LOL... But I guess I should give you some slack since you're from across the pond. I'll try not to hold it against you. Actually, I won't. Your contributions to the threads are amazing, so I guess we can put up with your enemy flintlocks.
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Posted: 8/14/2017 11:24:44 AM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
[#49]
I'm no history expert, so I wasn't sure if what I said was even correct or not. LOL. I just thought generally speaking we used the Kentucky rifle and it was better cuz it had rifling. And the brown bess doesn't. ?????? Captures...... LOL. They might have a lot urine soaked into the stock then.
I still don't like German guns, so.... I'm biased like that. Which is a shame because they make good guns.
Gotta love the cheapy flashlight.....  It's an old pic......
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Posted: 8/14/2017 11:25:58 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Solo_]
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