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Posted: 1/5/2016 6:37:42 PM EDT

[#1]

They would be better off to do something like this,

Guy on HKPro used a 93 receiver and trigger pack plus some original and repo MP 44 parts.

I think this would be the most cost effective solution in 5.56 to provide something that will work and mostly looks the part if it was executed a little cleaner.

Wpns Man

Posted: 1/5/2016 7:05:41 PM EDT

[#2]

Damn double tap,

Posted: 1/5/2016 11:21:03 PM EDT

[#3]

I don't think it's horrible. And yeah I know you can get an ar15 or an ak47 for way cheaper but that's not the point. I'm not looking for some cool ninja rifle I think this is cool in its own way and I don't have to buy non existent ammo I have a boat load of 5.56 so I'll probably get one of they work.

Posted: 1/6/2016 10:28:25 AM EDT

[#4]

Magazines are suppose to be available for pre-order this month.

I'm anxiously awaiting to see what HMG's version of a STANAG
StG-44 magazine looks like.

Posted: 1/11/2016 12:01:01 AM EDT

[#5]

I think I saw this on MAC's YouTube channel, or Instagram. Kind of neat.

Posted: 1/18/2016 5:54:33 PM EDT

[#6]

https://www.instagram.com/p/BAqN_PLSw90/

Posted: 1/18/2016 6:19:54 PM EDT

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Posted: 1/20/2016 1:48:32 AM EDT

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwdNPQxL04E

Posted: 1/20/2016 3:18:04 AM EDT

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Great to see...! Thanks for the vid!

Posted: 1/21/2016 7:02:22 PM EDT

[#10]

I'm really considering getting one in 8mm Kurz..............Prvi Partizan makes the ammo, so it's available............only drawback is the rifle is supposedly 10 lbs

Posted: 1/21/2016 10:29:32 PM EDT

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Posted: 1/21/2016 10:55:12 PM EDT

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Right up there with the Bren 10

Posted: 1/22/2016 9:20:11 AM EDT

[#13]

Never understood why anyone would want to spend all the money on an old, heavy, un ergonomic design...It was surpassed for a reason...

But hey... different strokes.

Posted: 1/22/2016 9:43:11 AM EDT

[#14]

It's a lot of money, but it's a lot less expensive than the real thing............

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Never understood why anyone would want to spend all the money on an old, heavy, un ergonomic design...It was surpassed for a reason...

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Posted: 1/22/2016 9:57:42 AM EDT

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Never understood why anyone would want to spend all the money on an old, heavy, un ergonomic design...It was surpassed for a reason...

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I think the same thing about AK's but they seem to sell.

Posted: 1/22/2016 6:59:46 PM EDT

[#16]

That looks a bit more appealing than it did initially.

I might buy one of those, especially if the GSG MP40 disappoints.

Posted: 1/23/2016 3:49:55 AM EDT

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They're called gun enthusiasts. You know, people who like shooting all types of guns, different, unique, etc. There are more members of the shooting community than just ARtards.

I hunt elk with a muzzle loader, that must really fry your circuits.

Posted: 1/23/2016 4:54:05 AM EDT

[#18]

The page is blocked, whats is the cost for the rifle?

Posted: 1/23/2016 12:54:31 PM EDT

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$1800.

Posted: 1/23/2016 6:31:20 PM EDT

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Same reason a lot of people own a 65 Mustang or a 42 willys gpw jeep- just because it isnt modern does t mean you cant appreciate it and enjoy it.

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Posted: 1/23/2016 9:26:23 PM EDT

[#21]

Will it have the option of a side rail? I would have to have a side rail for a repro German scope.

Posted: 1/23/2016 10:06:55 PM EDT

[#22]

Really hoping $1800 is the MSRP and street prices around $1600.

Has anyone ever heard of HMG? What's the quality of their guns look like?

Posted: 1/24/2016 10:43:23 AM EDT

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Other than a limited run of cetme l rifles this is their first firearm they usually make targets etc

Having said that I've been following this rifle closely for some time and their other products seem to be of decent quality and are well reviewed.

They also seem to have decent cs and answer their emails quickly. So to summarize they don't have a long track record but with all the interest and the help they are getting from others I'm hopeful.

Posted: 1/24/2016 10:55:00 AM EDT

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I'd be interested in one at about $1,200.

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I think it will be north of that. I'm guessing that production costs for a completely "new" rifle required a significant investment.

(Caveat: I know nothing about manufacturing.)

I'll likely get one if they're $1700 or below.

Would be interested in .223 and/or 7.62x39; if in the $200 range, I'd probably get both.

Posted: 1/24/2016 10:57:00 AM EDT

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That looks a bit more appealing than it did initially.

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Go on....

Posted: 1/27/2016 12:47:50 AM EDT

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Really hoping $1800 is the MSRP and street prices around $1600.

Has anyone ever heard of HMG? What's the quality of their guns look like?

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As Aeneas said, that remains to be seen. However, in the videos with the InrangeTV/Forgotten Weapons guys, it is pretty clear that Mac from HMG knows what he's doing.

Posted: 1/27/2016 12:49:54 AM EDT

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That looks a bit more appealing than it did initially.

I might buy one of those, especially if the GSG MP40 disappoints.

Go on....

Yessir, a 9mm pistol replica of the MP40. ATI is still waiting on ATF approval: http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_41/439234_Anyone_at_Shot_Show_get_to_see_the_new_GSG_.html&page=1

Posted: 1/27/2016 12:56:05 PM EDT

[#28]

I saw the guns at their booth, and I can at least say the stamping, welding, machining, and overall construction looked good.

Of course I did not actually test fire one, but I will at least go far enough to say that the build quality looks decent, and they did a good job at blending a stanag magwell rather seamlessly into a classic designs. The ultra purists will poo-poo that feature, but the ability to sell in more common calibers opens up the market to greater volume of sales and thus a lower price point than if they just knocked a few out in 8mm Kurz.

Based on what I saw I am cautiously optimistic about this one.

Sven
Manticore Arms

Posted: 1/27/2016 1:26:27 PM EDT

[#29]

I am in for one. Would like for it to be lower. But after working in manufacturing for 20 years, it takes a lot to get something to market.

Posted: 1/27/2016 2:07:04 PM EDT

[#30]

I've always wanted one. I would get one.

Posted: 1/27/2016 9:45:01 PM EDT

[#31]

If the reviews come out saying they function well, I am totally going to get one. I have always thought the STG-44 was a really cool gun. I imagine even people with original guns would be interested in one of these so they could really shoot it a lot and not be worrying about their 20k investment gun breaking a part or shooting the barrel out.

I think I would get one in .300 blk and use it with a suppressor.

Posted: 1/30/2016 3:02:13 AM EDT

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Products pages updated:

https://www.hmgunworks.com/products/firearms/

Accessories:

https://www.hmgunworks.com/products/firearm-accessories/

It's a damn shame that the magazines are polymer.

Sad....

Posted: 1/30/2016 10:21:50 AM EDT

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It's a damn shame that the magazines are polymer.

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Yeah. Fook! That's the thing I hate most about my ATI STG! HMGs trigger pack housing looks too plane jane also.

Posted: 1/30/2016 11:59:55 AM EDT

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Is it 100% confirmed they will be poly? I thought the ones at shot were a 3D printed mock up and that's why they were poly? I thought I read somewhere the production ones would be metal. Hmm

Posted: 1/30/2016 1:13:06 PM EDT

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Products pages updated:

https://www.hmgunworks.com/products/firearms/

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https://www.hmgunworks.com/products/firearm-accessories/

It's a damn shame that the magazines are polymer.

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They fucked up on that choice. They need to go metal to sell me on it.

Posted: 1/30/2016 10:46:22 PM EDT

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Is it 100% confirmed they will be poly? I thought the ones at shot were a 3D printed mock up and that's why they were poly? I thought I read somewhere the production ones would be metal. Hmm

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Yeah, I was under that impression too that the magazines would be metal.

But, it's clearly stated so at the link on the magazine page, polymer...

Posted: 1/30/2016 11:05:00 PM EDT

[#37]

Yeah i posted that before I saw their webpage. Oh well still an impressive project and I still intend to buy one at some point.

Posted: 1/31/2016 6:29:24 AM EDT

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According to this video the magazines consist of an outer shell with different inserts for each caliber:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJy_7QpRX88

Posted: 2/2/2016 6:51:10 PM EDT

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According to this video the magazines consist of an outer shell with different inserts for each caliber:
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That's a very good vid.

I hope Larry gets to put one thru it's paces soon.

Posted: 2/3/2016 2:52:20 AM EDT

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Does anyone know if the prototypes displayed at SHOT are gonna be the actual production. I have to applaud HMG for the work, but not to be picky but the stampings in the trigger area of the lower receiver are way off.. I understand that the position of the safety release would be different due to the HK trigger pack. I mean at least the GSG 22 variant got this right. Since the HMG STG is stamped couldnt these been put in during the stamping process?

hmg

gsg

Posted: 2/3/2016 3:16:58 AM EDT

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Does anyone know if the prototypes displayed at SHOT are gonna be the actual production. I have to applaud HMG for the work, but not to be picky but the stampings in the trigger area of the lower receiver are way off.. I understand that the position of the safety release would be different due to the HK trigger pack. I mean at least the GSG 22 variant got this right. Since the HMG STG is stamped couldnt these been put in during the stamping process?

hmg

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SWAG: they omitted it to reduce costs.