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Posted: 1/3/2003 1:50:14 AM EDT
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I'm working on building this quick-reference chart. It covers the BASIC configurations available from all of the major manufacturers (those who primarily build complete rifles), and generally only includes cataloged items in order to make a readable chart. I've got a thread in AR Discussion for Additions/Corrections: www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=118&t=146534 And now, here's the chart:  -Troy |
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Barrel? Go CHROME or go home.
(Old) Mag FAQ: magfaq.tripod.com
Barrel? Go CHROME or go home.
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Troy your chart is GREAT! A very nice tool for buyers. Just as a note, DPMS has 1:8 twist as an option (or standard) on everything but their Race Gun that comes with 1:8 only. DPMS also has a variety of lightweight 16" and 20" barrels. |
We are living in a golden age. The past was pretty awful; the future will be far worse. Enjoy!
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gee hesse really sucks. chrome line barrels? No stainless barrels ava?unknown barrel source? unknown hard coat anodized recievers?No cast or forged?Cast M4 barrel ava? No other lightweight barrels?No Preban rifles?No %of total market for 2000?1% and the big finisher.... warranty length? NONE!!!! How in the hell do they even stay in business? |
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But Troy, what exactly does this chart mean to all those who say Colt is BY FAR the best AR on the market? I'm worried for them. They've dedicated themselves to a cause without merit. We might need an ARFCOM 12 step program to "deprogram" the propaganda they've suffered from for so long. "Class, we all know Colt makes a very nice AR, so lets start with that premise, mmmmm k? Now remain calm.....I have some shocking news for you. They have nothing on Bushmaster. The two companies produce rifles of about identical quality." "Martha....could you run and get us some tissues please.....make it a LOT of tissues. Thanks" "Hey, you in the back, put that razor down! And you up front, what do you think you're doing with all those pills? Don't make me come over there.....and think of your Colt AR, what will happen to it when you're gone? Come on people, keep it together." |
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Troy, in the thread that you linked to, budam posted that he contacted Oly Arms and they verified that their recievers are hard coat anodized. Just when you thought that you were done... |
"Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable."
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Because (choose one) A. They can't build accurate rifles? B. They don't understand the market? C. They're always bankrupt, so can't produce another model? D: ???? ---> Come up with your own! 
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Colt and bushmaster both identical. Your ass hurts M4. Last I cheked you cant seperate the two halves with out a screwdriver, the trapdoor in the stock is made of the cheepest plastic(BM is more beefy with a metal latch) and what about that plastic buffer(once again metal used on the BM). |
Hey BALOO, keep strokin' the barrel of your Colt, it just might cum for you one of these days...you friggin' nit wit. "The two companies produce rifles of about identical quality." I own pre-ban AR's from both Bushy & Colt and the differences in NO WAY justify the rediculous price differences. Thanks for the input, a real slice of genius. |
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Have you ever done/considered doing a chart of which brand/grain/caliber (.223 vs 5.56mm) from best to worse should be put through the various brands of rifles? I would love to see somethinglike that, or if anyone can recommend an idiot's version of what I am talking about,let me know. Duhhhh... Matt |
"When the government fears the people there is liberty; when the people fear the government there is tyranny."
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I believe .223/5.56 is a Wylde Chamber, right guys? Quote from the FAQ: "Some AR manufacturers use an in-between chamber spec, such as the Wylde chamber. Many mis-mark their barrels too, which further complicates things. You can generally tell what sort of chamber you are dealing with by the markings on the weapon, but always check with the manufacturer to be sure." This is from an FAQ about RRA Wylde Chmaber: http://talk.shooters.com/room_3/Oct172002.cfm |
"When the government fears the people there is liberty; when the people fear the government there is tyranny."
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Troy, great post. And... I see a lot of Colt envy here. Why bash some one else unless you're insecure about your own weapon(s). And btw, I own Colt, Bushy, E.A., and DPMS, so it ain't just Colt loyalty. They all make great weapons. Except hesse. Now I want/need an Armalite. |
Now that is funny!!!!!!!!!! |
Its only funny until someone gets hurt...Then its hilarious...
They do...Colt service rifle |
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Isn't Vagasil what Dianne Feinstein (who has a CCW Permit) uses to lube her handgun? What a woman of the people. It's not that they put themselves above the law (as they do) but the arrogance of putting themselves above the people is the source of the outrage. They'll tell you their job is to govern the people if you ask the question correctly, bedcause that's what they believe. They're devoid of the concept that their job is to govern the United States Government, on behalf of the American People of the States they represent. How did we let them turn that into collecting revenues from all the States to redistribute them to the People of their own State's, for the purpose of exploiting that tool in securing their election to, or perptuating their overstay (see Robert Bird, Strom Thurmond, etc.) in their respecting legislative bodies? Now stop fighting and FOCUS. Or we're going to be using that chart for toiltet paper. |
How about downright colt hatred? ps in case you didn't notice, they don't give a rats ass about what you want in a gun. I hope they just go away. lessee- messed up the takedown pins. (isn't that enought?) use plastic buffers now. did that wacky "block" in the trigger well so all us evil gun owners can't use a legal dias. ohh, before i forget, how bout the rip-off price? I think colt considers regular consumers just like the government- don't know what we want, are willing to pay twice what it is worth and what other companies make them for, etc etc. don't ever accuse me of colt envy- they don't have anything i want!  |
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Start by going through the following forums, reading all of the posts tacked to the top, and follow the links inside and read those too. Then, as you have time, try to read back about a month's worth of post in each forum. If you still don't have your answer, pick the appropriate forum and ask. We'll be happy to answer. - AR Discussion - Ammo - Mags - Rifles, Uppers, Lowers, Etc. -Troy |
Ammo FAQ: www.ammo-oracle.com
(Old) Mag FAQ: magfaq.tripod.com
Barrel? Go CHROME or go home.
(Old) Mag FAQ: magfaq.tripod.com
Barrel? Go CHROME or go home.
| I need some input on AR`s. When I pick one up I will probably buy surplus ammo at the local shows. Which rate of twist is best for most milspec ammo? I see mainly DPMS and Rock River at the Dallas shows, how do they stack up side by side? It will be used mainly for casual shooting, I want something between the 22RF`s & 30-06`s I currently have. All advise appreciated, thanks. DAVE |
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www.ammo-oracle.com should answer your twist-rate questions. -Troy |
Ammo FAQ: www.ammo-oracle.com
(Old) Mag FAQ: magfaq.tripod.com
Barrel? Go CHROME or go home.
(Old) Mag FAQ: magfaq.tripod.com
Barrel? Go CHROME or go home.
A clarification on Colt's warranty: www.colt.com/CMCI/lifetime_agreement.asp |
My wife wants me to buy her a Bushmaster Lady <img src=/images/smilies/icon_smile_shock.gif border=0 align=middle> What's next, stigmata?
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