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Posted: 4/13/2013 12:37:05 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Lancelot]
Let's see your guys M4 SOPMOD Clones, all are welcome here but this is mainly for the Block I and 1.5/PR clones.
Block I 
Barrel: 14.5" M4 1/7 twist (M4 Profile or HB 'SOCOM' Profile) Flash Hider: Standard A2 or KAC NT4 Rail System: KAC M4 RIS/RAS Vertical grips KAC Rail panels: KAC Optics: Aimpoint Comp M/M2 in Wilcox Mount Trijicon ACOG TA01 NSN Trijicon RX01 IR/Visible Lasers: Insight PAQ-4 Insight AN/PEQ-2 Insight AN/PEQ-5 Visible Laser Flashlight: Surefire M951/M952 Rear sight: MaTech Buttstock: Colt Fiberlite Standard M4 SOPMOD Block 1.5/Phase Replacement (PR) Barrel: 14.5" M4 1/7 twist (M4 Profile or HB 'SOCOM' Profile) Flash Hider: Standard A2 or KAC NT4 Rail System: KAC M4 RIS/RAS Vertical grips: Tango down battle grip in tan KAC Grip-Pod Rail panels: Tango Down KAC Optics: Elcan Specter DR SU-230 EOTech SU-231-PEQ (EOTech 553) EOTech SU-231A-PEQ (EOTech EXPS03) ACOG SU-237 (TA01-ECOS) EOTech/Aimpoint 3x magnifiers IR Lasers: Insight AN/PEQ-15/LA-5 Flashlight: Insight M3 (SU-233/PVS) Insight WMX200 Rear sight: KAC 300m KAC 600m MaTech Buttstock: standard M4 SOPMOD Block II (borrowed from M4A1 SOPMOD Block II Thread)  Attached FileBarrel: 14.5" M4 1/7 twist (M4 Profile or HB 'SOCOM' Profile) Flash Hider: Standard A2, KAC NT4, Surefire SF4P (good luck purchasing!) Rail System: DD RIS II in dark earth Vertical grips Tango down battle grip in tan KAC Grip-Pod Rail panels: Tango Down KAC Front sight: KAC flip up in tan Optics: Elcan Specter DR SU-230 EOTech SU-231-PEQ (EOTech 553) EOTech SU-231A-PEQ (EOTech EXPS-3) ACOG SU-237 (TA01-ECOS) EOTech/Aimpoint 3x magnifiers IR Lasers: Insight AN/PEQ-15/LA-5 Flashlight: Insight M3 (SU-233/PVS) Insight WMX200 Surefire Scout M600 Rear sight: KAC 300m KAC 600m MaTech Buttstock: standard M4 SOPMOD Now some reference pictures: Here are mine! (Top) M4 SOPMOD (Block 1) (Middle) M4 SOPMOD (Phase Replacement) (Bottom) M4 SOPMOD Block II Attached FileBlock I (M4 SOPMOD) Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached FilePhased Replacement (Block 1.5) Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 10/20/2023 6:10:05 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LsuJon: Block 1 ACOG is the TA01NSN gotcha, thanks for confirming. |
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Posted: 10/20/2023 8:01:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: Quick query for the block I acog. I read on page 1 that the correct acog would either be the TA01nsn or the TA01-ECOS. Do you all know if the TA01-ECOS i often see at ebay with the RMR(Tan or FDE with black rmr on top) kosher? Or its better off with a regular TA01nsn? Thanks! Block I would be the TA01NSN The TA01-ECOS would be a late Block I or I.5 |
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Posted: 10/20/2023 11:10:48 AM EDT
[#3]
If i go aimpoint, whats a good stand in for the comp m2 and that stock mount(i never know what the full name of that mount is) that its on, since its also not produced anymore?
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Posted: 10/20/2023 11:16:37 AM EDT
[Last Edit: tarheel7734]
[#4]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: If i go aimpoint, whats a good stand in for the comp m2 and that stock mount(i never know what the full name of that mount is) that its on, since its also not produced anymore? You can get a aimpoint pro and still find the qrp mounts available. We also used the larue m68 mounts or Wilcox mounts as well and sometimes the arms mounts. For the aimpoint pro you can still get the original battery and adjustment knob covers like the m68 had to look like the m68 had. |
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Posted: 10/20/2023 10:17:42 PM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tarheel7734: You can get a aimpoint pro and still find the qrp mounts available. We also used the larue m68 mounts or Wilcox mounts as well and sometimes the arms mounts. For the aimpoint pro you can still get the original battery and adjustment knob covers like the m68 had to look like the m68 had. Thanks for the info, ffup query tho. Do the mounts that come on those aimpoint ACO good enough or close enough as well? |
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IA, USA
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Posted: 10/20/2023 10:28:46 PM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: Thanks for the info, ffup query tho. Do the mounts that come on those aimpoint ACO good enough or close enough as well? The ACO mounts are  and nothing like the QRP mounts.
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Posted: 10/20/2023 11:00:38 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2023 10:10:10 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2023 10:31:47 PM EDT
[Last Edit: tarheel7734]
[#9]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: Oh yeah i see what you mean on this one. Didnt know aimpoint makes these spacers. Yep with the spacer you get the lower 1/3 cowitness just like the original m68 mount. If you need me to take pics of my gen 1 I have set aside for my build, tomorrow I can dig it out of my parts and I can. That way you can compare it to the qrp 3. |
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IA, USA
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Posted: 10/21/2023 11:12:36 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TGWLDR]
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QRP
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Posted: 10/21/2023 11:16:17 PM EDT
[Last Edit: tarheel7734]
[#11]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TGWLDR: QRP3 with ring spacer: https://i.postimg.cc/XJNq7mQk/Screenshot-20231021-220721-Photos.jpg That looks like a qrp 2 without the bottom spacer. Ie the one that comes on the aimpoint pro. |
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IA, USA
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Posted: 10/21/2023 11:23:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tarheel7734: That looks like a qrp 2 without the bottom spacer. Ie the one that comes on the aimpoint pro. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tarheel7734: Originally Posted By TGWLDR: QRP3 with ring spacer: https://i.postimg.cc/XJNq7mQk/Screenshot-20231021-220721-Photos.jpg That looks like a qrp 2 without the bottom spacer. Ie the one that comes on the aimpoint pro. Shit. You're right. Edited. Carry on. 
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 10/22/2023 10:28:23 AM EDT
[#13]
Some of my personal Block II variations over the years...
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Posted: 10/22/2023 11:18:03 AM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tarheel7734: Yep with the spacer you get the lower 1/3 cowitness just like the original m68 mount. If you need me to take pics of my gen 1 I have set aside for my build, tomorrow I can dig it out of my parts and I can. That way you can compare it to the qrp 3. That would be much appreciated! As ive been searching high and low for pictures to compare and i cant find any. Ive now narrowed down my choices to either an aimpoint pro with said modified mounts(qrp3 + spacer) OR ta01nsn for a block I build. |
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Posted: 10/22/2023 11:34:30 AM EDT
[Last Edit: tarheel7734]
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Posted: 10/22/2023 12:25:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Virginia_Shooter]
[#16]
Just ordered the CQD end plate and forward sling mount. Build is coming together slowly but surely. Took the rifle to the range last week and got the Eotech zeroed. Can't decide if I want to stick with the CTR or get another SOPMOD stock and I still need to grab a MATECH sight.
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Posted: 10/22/2023 7:56:21 PM EDT
[#17]
Picked up my PSA Sabre M4A1 today from my FFL. Swapped a KAC rail I had in my bin for years in lieu of the Prudent (I believe) it came with and borrowed my Mk18s ACOG. I think I'll probably keep it and put an EXPS3 on the Mk18.
 P&W is nice on mine for anyone wondering about these and it also has the straightest FSB I've ever gotten (including my Colt 14.5). 
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Posted: 10/22/2023 8:02:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FDEinAZ: Picked up my PSA Sabre M4A1 today from my FFL. Swapped a KAC rail I had in my bin for years in lieu of the Prudent (I believe) it came with and borrowed my Mk18s ACOG. I think I'll probably keep it and put an EXPS3 on the Mk18. https://i.postimg.cc/MKPXhjsr/M4A1.jpg P&W is nice on mine for anyone wondering about these and it also has the straightest FSB I've ever gotten (including my Colt 14.5). https://i.postimg.cc/TYYp7ccD/M4A1-P-W.jpg That's a good looking rifle. I'd be interested in how it shoots. I'm guessing it's a gov profile barrel. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 10/22/2023 8:35:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FDEinAZ: Picked up my PSA Sabre M4A1 today from my FFL. Swapped a KAC rail I had in my bin for years in lieu of the Prudent (I believe) it came with and borrowed my Mk18s ACOG. I think I'll probably keep it and put an EXPS3 on the Mk18. https://i.postimg.cc/MKPXhjsr/M4A1.jpg P&W is nice on mine for anyone wondering about these and it also has the straightest FSB I've ever gotten (including my Colt 14.5). https://i.postimg.cc/TYYp7ccD/M4A1-P-W.jpg |
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Posted: 10/22/2023 9:51:00 PM EDT
[#20]
I wish they would just put out the 14.7" upper
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Posted: 10/22/2023 10:08:10 PM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03RN: I wish they would just put out the 14.7" upper They did but sold out.. 14.7 upper |
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Posted: 10/22/2023 10:32:34 PM EDT
[Last Edit: veeklog]
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Originally Posted By FDEinAZ: Picked up my PSA Sabre M4A1 today from my FFL. Swapped a KAC rail I had in my bin for years in lieu of the Prudent (I believe) it came with and borrowed my Mk18s ACOG. I think I'll probably keep it and put an EXPS3 on the Mk18. https://i.postimg.cc/MKPXhjsr/M4A1.jpg P&W is nice on mine for anyone wondering about these and it also has the straightest FSB I've ever gotten (including my Colt 14.5). https://i.postimg.cc/TYYp7ccD/M4A1-P-W.jpg Nice looking rifle; OOS for both the upper and complete rifle. I have a few of the M4A1 lowers and they are fantastic. |
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Posted: 10/22/2023 11:01:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tarheel7734: https://i.imgur.com/8G9z2RP.jpg https://i.imgur.com/IjpLUvc.jpg https://i.imgur.com/5wbxPix.jpg https://i.imgur.com/3x2h99n.jpg https://i.imgur.com/bsfckCm.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Qz8yaf5.jpg https://i.imgur.com/eFud8JU.jpg https://i.imgur.com/r9hgSTE.jpg https://i.imgur.com/oPLIXFJ.jpg https://i.imgur.com/rtzGJWn.jpg Nice the base mount does look like the qrp1. Thanks for posting this. |
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Posted: 10/22/2023 11:15:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: Nice the base mount does look like the qrp1. Thanks for posting this. Yes the pics are of the qrp 1 and I think the qrp 3 I posted links to is quite comparable. I think if you can't find a qrp 1 in the ee then the 3 is an excellent replacement. |
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Posted: 10/23/2023 12:04:41 AM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tarheel7734: That's a good looking rifle. I'd be interested in how it shoots. I'm guessing it's a gov profile barrel. Thanks, hoping to get it out next weekend. Yep, gov profile. |
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Posted: 10/23/2023 12:51:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FDEinAZ: Thanks, hoping to get it out next weekend. Yep, gov profile. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FDEinAZ: Originally Posted By tarheel7734: That's a good looking rifle. I'd be interested in how it shoots. I'm guessing it's a gov profile barrel. Thanks, hoping to get it out next weekend. Yep, gov profile. What did it run you all in for the rifle from PSA? |
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Posted: 10/23/2023 7:13:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HipSh0T: What did it run you all in for the rifle from PSA? $1042 with tax and shipping |
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Posted: 10/28/2023 11:37:21 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Virginia_Shooter]
[#28]
Ordered a blem G SSA trigger for my M4. Couldn’t pass up on $120 G triggers. I’m hoping it takes 4-6 weeks honestly. If it comes out this week, my wife will bury me. 🤣Also have a Colt ambi safety on the way.
Work in progress. (Sorry for the awful phone pics shiny spots are just oil)  Attached File Attached File |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 10/29/2023 10:24:13 PM EDT
[#29]
Planning out M4A1 build and narrowed down MD to 4-prong or CT FH. Anyone ever used both and have feedback to share?
I’d be fine with either. I don’t care about any ping from 4P and I’m good with standard A2 (which I’ve heard the CT somewhat mimics). Extended A2 not an option…I want the suppressor compatibility. FWIW…the CT came into play when I was going down AFSOC inspired route. But after going through 50+ pages of this thread I’ve realized I’m gonna end up with a crossbreed of an MWS/Block 1/PR build. So I’m not tied to either one that much at the moment…just never used either. You guy’s probably have 
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Posted: 11/3/2023 9:32:36 AM EDT
[#30]
Some slight differences from early M4 production to current. First older silver shims for flash hinder vs crush washer
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Posted: 11/3/2023 9:33:41 AM EDT
[#31]
Side sling swivel locking bar. Older had two sides for A1 and A2 diameter barrels. Newer just A2 and flat backside
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Posted: 11/3/2023 9:34:17 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/4/2023 1:12:53 AM EDT
[#33]
You guys have any leads on where i can get a KAC broomhandle? Its now my missing piece.
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USA
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Posted: 11/4/2023 1:17:35 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: You guys have any leads on where i can get a KAC broomhandle? Its now my missing piece. Been seeing them on the ee or GAFS pretty frequently for cheap |
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Posted: 11/4/2023 1:30:30 AM EDT
[#35]
I'm just waiting on brownells to get colt upper receiver assembly back in stock. That way I can assemble my upper. They were in stock till I got paid lol.
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Posted: 11/4/2023 6:59:13 PM EDT
[#36]
 Attached File Attached FileI’m changing the lower out on the older Block 1. I have a PSA M4 carbine burst marked lower as well as a KAC NT4 FH I need to install. |
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AR, USA
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Posted: 11/7/2023 11:10:46 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 762hunter2]
[#37]
Wrapping up the national guard clone. LE6920 with the 16" barrel replaced with a 14.5" Colt socom.
Pretty similar to what I had while I was in minus the ambi safety and a Comp M4 instead of a Comp M4s. My ETS gift M952V too 
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Posted: 11/9/2023 10:07:19 PM EDT
[#38]
So im almost sorted out with this block I build and just waiting on a dedicated lower and some kac rail covers.
But i ran into a little gap when using the spacer inbetween the QRP mount this pristine comp m2 came with. Is this normal for these spacers during the era? Function wise its awesome, but my eyes lock onto those gaps every dang time.    
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Posted: 11/9/2023 10:22:15 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: So im almost sorted out with this block I build and just waiting on a dedicated lower and some kac rail covers. But i ran into a little gap when using the spacer inbetween the QRP mount this pristine comp m2 came with. Is this normal for these spacers during the era? Function wise its awesome, but my eyes lock onto those gaps every dang time. https://i.imgur.com/Sw3sZqG.jpg https://i.imgur.com/QqIwz1X.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8Q2BJLt.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nyCUSjR.jpg It's been a hot minute since I've had my hands on a QRP mount, but I'm 87% sure it's normal. |
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Posted: 11/9/2023 10:42:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell: It's been a hot minute since I've had my hands on a QRP mount, but I'm 87% sure it's normal. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell: Originally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: So im almost sorted out with this block I build and just waiting on a dedicated lower and some kac rail covers. But i ran into a little gap when using the spacer inbetween the QRP mount this pristine comp m2 came with. Is this normal for these spacers during the era? Function wise its awesome, but my eyes lock onto those gaps every dang time. https://i.imgur.com/Sw3sZqG.jpg https://i.imgur.com/QqIwz1X.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8Q2BJLt.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nyCUSjR.jpg It's been a hot minute since I've had my hands on a QRP mount, but I'm 87% sure it's normal. Normal. |
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Posted: 11/9/2023 11:20:55 PM EDT
[#41]
Yep, normal. I like the purple anodizing. A sign of the times back then. You hardly see purple anodizing anymore these days. Not from a major manufacture anyways.
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Posted: 11/10/2023 12:15:26 AM EDT
[Last Edit: HipSh0T]
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MK318: Yep, normal. I like the purple anodizing. A sign of the times back then. You hardly see purple anodizing anymore these days. Not from a major manufacture anyways. I'm still waiting for someone to gather up a full purple anodized Block I build, I've seen nice purple RAS, Receivers, Buffer tubes, optics mounts, etc. but not the entire package. |
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Posted: 11/10/2023 12:28:19 AM EDT
[#43]
Thanks for the replies.
Yeap i was shocked too when i recieved this aimpoint, it had the box and paperworks and etc as if the previous owner bought it and stored it somewhere 20 something years ago. Wonder it the purple tint is caused by the age of the anno or did it really come like that bnew from factory. The colt upper i got too had a hint of purplish. |
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Posted: 11/10/2023 2:51:57 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: So im almost sorted out with this block I build and just waiting on a dedicated lower and some kac rail covers. But i ran into a little gap when using the spacer inbetween the QRP mount this pristine comp m2 came with. Is this normal for these spacers during the era? Function wise its awesome, but my eyes lock onto those gaps every dang time. https://i.imgur.com/Sw3sZqG.jpg https://i.imgur.com/QqIwz1X.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8Q2BJLt.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nyCUSjR.jpg As far as I remember it does. |
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Posted: 11/10/2023 7:46:45 AM EDT
[Last Edit: SecretSquirell]
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: Thanks for the replies. Yeap i was shocked too when i recieved this aimpoint, it had the box and paperworks and etc as if the previous owner bought it and stored it somewhere 20 something years ago. Wonder it the purple tint is caused by the age of the anno or did it really come like that bnew from factory. The colt upper i got too had a hint of purplish. A little of both. I've had new parts/guns that were somewhat purple from the factory and others that faded into purple after living in the sandbox for a year+ at a time. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 11/18/2023 12:04:25 AM EDT
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  A fun transitional clone, this is my take on a 75th Ranger Regiment M4A1, Iraq, 2006. Upper is all Colt, 2004 dated SOCOM barrel. For being almost 20 years old, it's a nice little setup. |
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Posted: 11/18/2023 3:41:23 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Rabu]
[#47]
She's not the clone-iest clone. But she works.
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Posted: 11/18/2023 3:49:08 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By A01R_D31R_R07R: So im almost sorted out with this block I build and just waiting on a dedicated lower and some kac rail covers. But i ran into a little gap when using the spacer inbetween the QRP mount this pristine comp m2 came with. Is this normal for these spacers during the era? Function wise its awesome, but my eyes lock onto those gaps every dang time. https://i.imgur.com/Sw3sZqG.jpg https://i.imgur.com/QqIwz1X.jpg https://i.imgur.com/8Q2BJLt.jpg https://i.imgur.com/nyCUSjR.jpg The gaps are normal. Just make sure your screws are adequately tightened or you will get movement of the spacer/optic. |
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Posted: 12/13/2023 6:42:52 PM EDT
[#49]
been dead in here lately....pic thread
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Posted: 12/13/2023 10:41:04 PM EDT
[#50]
Brownells never shipped out my upper and yesterday arms unlimited sent email said the Colt uppers were in stock so I jumped on it before it was out of stock. 160.00 shipped and will be here Monday.
I can start to assemble my upper and hopefully I'll get parts for my lower for Christmas as that is all I had on my list for Christmas. colt upper |
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