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Posted: 9/2/2023 8:50:47 PM EST
I already have a Gen 1 that is an exact clone of the rifle used in Tomorrow War
When I saw the Gen 2 furniture I got all kind of ideas and started to buy the parts Once I had most of them I did an mock up using a regular AR receiver set before I dropped $500 on a WDM Beast Ambi Receiver Set which I hoped would work aesthetically  As soon as I handled it I was sold on the project I just received the WDM receiver set and have started the build and finish process I post my progress if there seems to be enough interest in this If you have a Gen 1 or Gen 2 HERA CQR, feel free to post about it below HERA front grip and stock prepped for crackle paint finish  Crackle finish and base coat applied  |
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Posted: 9/2/2023 8:55:26 PM EST
[#1]
That's so wrong I'm considering Foing myself.
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Posted: 9/2/2023 9:06:38 PM EST
[#2]
That stock looks really small at the end.
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Posted: 9/2/2023 9:24:49 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That stock looks really small at the end. Do you mean short or small shoulder footprint? |
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Posted: 9/2/2023 9:49:02 PM EST
[#4]
This is the receiver set I'm using
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Posted: 9/3/2023 9:30:35 AM EST
[#5]
The Vism thumbhole is better than the Gen 1 Hera, albeit slightly heavier and shorter.
I'll try to link a TFB article later. |
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Posted: 9/3/2023 9:56:01 AM EST
[#6]
Quote HistoryQuoted: The Vism thumbhole is better than the Gen 1 Hera, albeit slightly heavier and shorter. I'll try to link a TFB article later. I never handled a rifle with the Vism stock but ANYTHING has to be better then the Gen 1 HERA Stock I'mn glad I used it for a replica of a movie prop rifle that won't be shot much The Gen 2 HERA stock is way better in feel and exacution |
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Posted: 9/3/2023 10:08:44 AM EST
[#7]
Who makes the carry handle thing?
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Posted: 9/3/2023 10:13:12 AM EST
[#8]
 I did this with HERA G1, but I have a few more build kits for 9x39, so I'm thinking about doing another one |
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Posted: 9/3/2023 11:18:47 AM EST
[#9]
I like HERA, but they put their name, "Patent Pending" and "Made in Gemany" all over their parts
So I filled in most of those areas and most of the screws that bolt the 2 halves together I did some seam blending and bead blasted the entire surface to prep these for the crackle paint finish |
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Posted: 9/3/2023 7:44:14 PM EST
[#10]
I decided to go with the CMMG Zeroed Lower Parts Kit
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Posted: 9/3/2023 10:18:57 PM EST
[#11]
https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/07/13/thumbhole-stocks/
 A review of the 3 AR thumbhole stocks available in 2018 - the Hera 1.0, the NcStar Vism, and the wood Karl Nill-Griffe. |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 1:04:00 AM EST
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Here's a DOOM/Aliens style Space Carbine I built a few months ago using the Gen 1 stock set that I repainted in OD Green:
   Lower is an Anderson lower without the rollmark with a PDQ ambi bolt hold/release added Upper is basic mil spec but with a heavy fluted barrel, and an aluminum quad rail handguard to get the front grip as close as possible to the lower. The Hera grips required full disassembly for installation, as the front grip did not easily slide onto the handguard when the cross bolts were removed |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 8:22:33 AM EST
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Yuck. The changes are aesthetic only and do not improve functionality (they are in fact detrimental to both aesthetics and functionality)
Lost ability to add optic Lost ability to adjust stock reduced stock shoulder purchase stock and foregrip unnecessarily large and add weight |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 11:01:19 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yuck. The changes are aesthetic only and do not improve functionality (they are in fact detrimental to both aesthetics and functionality) Lost ability to add optic Lost ability to adjust stock reduced stock shoulder purchase stock and foregrip unnecessarily large and add weight If I only had the resources to buy or build a couple ARs I would understand your point but I have enough ARs that I can just build one for whimsical artistic purposes |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 2:03:14 PM EST
[#15]
I have applied a white base coat to the receiver set and used emery boards to break all of the edges
The crackle finish on the HERA parts came out great, better than I expected Now I just need to learn how to dry brush so I can tone down the receiver set before I apply the various washes to the whole rifle 
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Posted: 9/4/2023 4:08:54 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have applied a white base coat to the receiver set and used emery boards to break all of the edges The crackle finish on the HERA parts came out great, better than I expected Now I just need to learn how to dry brush so I can tone down the receiver set before I apply the various washes to the whole rifle https://i.imgur.com/ndFP49s.jpg would like to know more about the carry handle though. https://i.imgur.com/025CnC5.jpg It’s not for everyone. Neat. But not something I’d want. Nicely done though. I did use a Hera Gen 1 on a space force lower for just some bolt together fun. Looks funny handles like crap.  |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 4:23:14 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If I only had the resources to buy or build a couple ARs I would understand your point but I have enough ARs that they can just build one for whimsical artistic purposes |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 4:26:13 PM EST
[#18]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It’s not for everyone. Neat. But not something I’d want. Nicely done though. I did use a Hera Gen 1 on a space force lower for just some bolt together fun. Looks funny handles like crap. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/77421/20181118_003613_jpg-742909.JPG That looks great, I love the FDE parts. This is the type of distress look I want to use for my rifle, but I have to learn how to do it first 
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Posted: 9/4/2023 4:51:11 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It’s not for everyone. Neat. But not something I’d want. Nicely done though. I did use a Hera Gen 1 on a space force lower for just some bolt together fun. Looks funny handles like crap. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/77421/20181118_003613_jpg-742909.JPG I cannot operate a left-mounted safety w/ my thumb through the thumbhole on the Gen 1 Hera. While light b/c it's hollow, it really isn't a great thumbhole stock. You can mount a monopod on the bottom Picatinny rail, however. |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 4:53:45 PM EST
[#20]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Here's a DOOM/Aliens style Space Carbine I built a few months ago using the Gen 1 stock set that I repainted in OD Green: https://imgur.com/LMiMx3N https://imgur.com/RaX110h https://imgur.com/G40B47i Lower is an Anderson lower without the rollmark with a PDQ ambi bolt hold/release added Upper is basic mil spec but with a heavy fluted barrel, and an aluminum quad rail handguard to get the front grip as close as possible to the lower. The Hera grips required full disassembly for installation, as the front grip did not easily slide onto the handguard when the cross bolts were removed Have to use the actual link to the .jpg:   
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Posted: 9/4/2023 5:24:24 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Have to use the actual link to the .jpg: https://i.imgur.com/LMiMx3N.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/RaX110h.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/G40B47i.jpeg I like it, very creative. What Carry Handle is that? |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 7:17:04 PM EST
[#22]
Looks the the NCStar Vism, but "backwards."
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Posted: 9/4/2023 8:46:27 PM EST
[#23]
I've always like space/futuristic AR builds. They are a lot of fun.
Hera has a neat look, unfortunately not as solidly built as would be expected (Gen2 is much improved over Gen1). |
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Posted: 9/4/2023 9:08:09 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've always like space/futuristic AR builds. They are a lot of fun. Hera has a neat look, unfortunately not as solidly built as would be expected (Gen2 is much improved over Gen1). I found the Gen 1 solid enough for ordinary AR duties. Easily reinforced, as it's hollow, so go nuts w/ 2-part epoxy and all the steel rods you want. I don't find the Gen 2 a very useful thumbhole stock for ARs. It meets the minimum standard of a thumbhole stock, but it provides very little additional reinforcement for the buffer tube boss, which is one of the primary benefits of an AR thumbhole. |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 9:48:23 AM EST
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I watched a bunch of vids on dry brushing and then combined those teqniques with my expeience from weathering Star Wars blasters and came up with this
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Posted: 9/5/2023 2:31:22 PM EST
[#26]
That looks awesome!
@BobaDebt great job on paint, I'm really impressed with your crinkle paint I asked a few posts above, but I never got a response, who makes that carry handle sight? |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 3:34:04 PM EST
[#27]
Not really my cup of tea, but certainly interesting.
The nubby stock is just a little too odd for my taste, my neck hurts looking at it.... I wish the SRU airsoft set was molded from high temp polymer instead of printed. Supposedly can be had in a version that fits real stuff. They say don't leave it in your hot car or it might warp.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 4:32:34 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That looks awesome! @BobaDebt great job on paint, I'm really impressed with your crinkle paint I asked a few posts above, but I never got a response, who makes that carry handle sight? Sorry I missed your question about the carry handle It's from Turkish AR-12 Shotgun I just happened to see it at a gunshop when I was buying something else and got it for $10 |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 6:12:34 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Not really my cup of tea, but certainly interesting. The nubby stock is just a little too odd for my taste, my neck hurts looking at it.... I wish the SRU airsoft set was molded from high temp polymer instead of printed. Supposedly can be had in a version that fits real stuff. They say don't leave it in your hot car or it might warp. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/173511/10dc80fa88660a17207ac4789586c1c4_jpg-2943868.JPG If it can be printed, then it can be printed in a variety of material, including nylon. |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 8:05:51 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have applied a white base coat to the receiver set and used emery boards to break all of the edges The crackle finish on the HERA parts came out great, better than I expected Now I just need to learn how to dry brush so I can tone down the receiver set before I apply the various washes to the whole rifle https://i.imgur.com/ndFP49s.jpg https://i.imgur.com/025CnC5.jpg The crackle finish looks good. I did a blaze orange and black crinkle finish for a guy quite some years ago on his .308 Rem700 ADL he used for deer hunting. The orange crackle that showed through looked pretty nice. Clear coated it with a few coats of dulling spray. |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 8:36:12 PM EST
[#31]
I always liked the look of the Gen 1 Hera stock sets. May do a goof off build up for shits and giggles off of one of my SBRed lowers
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Posted: 9/5/2023 8:54:08 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That looks awesome! @BobaDebt great job on paint, I'm really impressed with your crinkle paint I asked a few posts above, but I never got a response, who makes that carry handle sight?  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 10:25:08 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: That looks awesome! @BobaDebt great job on paint, I'm really impressed with your crinkle paint I asked a few posts above, but I never got a response, who makes that carry handle sight? It's off of one of the Hatsan Escort models. Attached FileDid they really just put the imprint of KeyMod slots on the receiver instead of actually putting in KeyMod slots? |
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Posted: 9/5/2023 11:58:13 PM EST
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Posted: 9/6/2023 4:24:10 AM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It's from a TriStar compact tactical https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/173511/Tristar-Compact-Tactical-12-Gauge-3-18-5-2944345.JPG My bad, you are correct. |
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Posted: 9/6/2023 11:56:10 AM EST
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I received the CMMG Zeroed Lower parts kits yesterday and got it painted and installed this morning
I like the way it works and I love the way it looks but I might grind the front corner of the bolt catch to match the machined area of the receiver  
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Posted: 9/6/2023 7:35:05 PM EST
[#37]
That looks really cool. Definitely grind that bolt catch.
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Posted: 9/7/2023 11:18:03 AM EST
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: That looks really cool. Quote HistoryQuoted: That looks really cool. Thanks Quoted: Definitely grind that bolt catch. I already did :) |
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Posted: 9/7/2023 8:22:31 PM EST
[#39]
Bolt Catch/Release modified
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Posted: 9/8/2023 4:27:41 PM EST
[#40]
FRT trigger and a Magpul D60. Let 'er rip.
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Posted: 9/22/2023 11:18:49 PM EST
[#41]
Close to being finished
I need a stamp before I buy a barrel for it  
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Posted: 9/23/2023 12:42:45 PM EST
[#42]
What length barrel and caliber are you going with?
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Posted: 9/23/2023 6:04:45 PM EST
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: What length barrel and caliber are you going with? 12" 300 Blackout with a Guntec fake Socom supressor that basically will work like a shroud, it should go from the threads of the barrel back to gas block This is like the one I have https://guntecusa.com/product/ar-15-slip-over-socom-style-fake-suppressor-anodized-black/ |
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