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Originally Posted By temptf8: This is such a great thread I thought I would take an inventory of the rifles and sights to see what our go to rifles are like. I put Eotech and red dots together, and Elcan and lpvo together. If a rifle had a DBAL I counted it as night vision capable. A total of 465 rifles and pistols. I'll try to post this like a chart and see if it comes out. SBR 14.5 16.0 18 20 Iron red dot fixed lpvo hpvo night can Pistol inch inch inch inch sight eotech power scope scope vision 242 50 157 3 13 43 246 57 107 12 49 123 52% 11% 33% .006% .027% .09% 53% 12% 23% .025% 10.5% 26.5% View Quote This is good of you. Thanks! |
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Originally Posted By temptf8: This is such a great thread I thought I would take an inventory of the rifles and sights to see what our go to rifles are like. I put Eotech and red dots together, and Elcan and lpvo together. If a rifle had a DBAL I counted it as night vision capable. A total of 465 rifles and pistols. I'll try to post this like a chart and see if it comes out. SBR 14.5 16.0 18 20 Iron red dot fixed lpvo hpvo night can Pistol inch inch inch inch sight eotech power scope scope vision 242 50 157 3 13 43 246 57 107 12 49 123 52% 11% 33% .006% .027% .09% 53% 12% 23% .025% 10.5% 26.5% View Quote @temptf8 Hey brother, thanks for doing this, really cool. I believe this can be done in spreadsheet form and so could be more easily updated. Would You mind if I tried to do so? I am the OP and I think this is a great addition to this Thread. |
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Originally Posted By BrWn001COW: home defense/truck/camping gun 300 blk BA Hanson 8.3 Mystic Black bolt and bolt cam pin 2A Arms RBC LMT Defender 2000 lower SSA-E https://i.imgur.com/joDPDfV.jpg https://i.imgur.com/qo870WG.jpg View Quote @BrWn001COW Awe man... this is so close in appearance to a build I am considering. I have an AAC Cyclone lying around and was thinking about putting it on a BA 8” barrel with an MCMR 7. I was worries the long can would look ridiculous but your build looks awesome. |
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Originally Posted By BrWn001COW: hd/truck/camping rifle BA Hanson 8.3 https://i.imgur.com/aqnCye2.jpg scout/patrol/social distancing rifle Geissle 11.5 SD https://i.imgur.com/PFikSTU.jpg training/back up shtf/go to rifle BCM 11.5 ELW https://i.imgur.com/Yb6CATc.jpg shtf/go to rifle BA Hanson 10.3 https://i.imgur.com/0lUfiW8.jpg View Quote How do you like the Perst laser? |
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Mine is below:
BCM 16” BFH ELW rifle. Why did I choose this? I chose it for several reasons. First, BCMs reputation. They have very strict QC and HPT and MPI barrels and bolts to identify any possible weak components. Second, I like the ELW barrel profile. It is light and easy to maneuver. Sure light barrels will have their groups open up after a mag of rapid shooting, but they also cool quickly. Finally, I like hammer forged barrels. To me it’s worth the extra money to have a barrel that may last longer. What accessories are necessary on a SHTF rifle? For me, a 1-4/5/6 is a must. Target ID becomes extremely important. With a scope you can see if a person is armed or just carrying an everyday item, whereas with an aim point or Eotech, you can’t. It also is much easier to hit someone at 200 yards (typical infantry engagement range) with magnification and a good reticle. Along those lines, I prefer a good Mil-based reticle for easily being able to estimate ranges. A sling is also important, for retention of your weapon and for ease of carrying. A good flashlight is also a must in case you are forced to work in a dark environment. Finally, sturdy and reliable magazines. Pics as promised! Attached File |
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Originally Posted By zazou: Edge of perfection. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes thank you Originally Posted By Texsylvanian: @BrWn001COW Awe man... this is so close in appearance to a build I am considering. I have an AAC Cyclone lying around and was thinking about putting it on a BA 8” barrel with an MCMR 7. I was worries the long can would look ridiculous but your build looks awesome. thank you. yeah, the mystic x + adapter is long but balances well. a quick search shows the Cyclone is about the same length. Originally Posted By Smooth_Oper8or: How do you like the Perst laser? the Perst is fantastic. the illuminator is insane, tons of throw. i did burn several small holes in the diffuser shooting unsuppressed, but ivan sent a new one no questions asked. the screws to zero the illuminator are tiny, but zeroing it was easy. the green laser makes zeroing a breeze, easily visible at 50 yds in midday florida sun. the variable power setting on the vis and ir laser are a nice feature, however the pressure switch is large and takes up a lot of rail space. on the ir illumin/ir laser setting, the variable power setting only adjusts the laser. you have to switch back to the illuminator only setting to adjust the output. i normally leave the illuminator on the lowest setting, and it's plenty powerful. |
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Originally Posted By M-4matus: @temptf8 Hey brother, thanks for doing this, really cool. I believe this can be done in spreadsheet form and so could be more easily updated. Would You mind if I tried to do so? I am the OP and I think this is a great addition to this Thread. View Quote That's a great idea. By all means go ahead and do it. I'm computer illiterate when it comes to things like that. Thank You. |
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Originally Posted By Sajer: This what’s in my trunk right now. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/23831/DB6C25A1-556F-4211-9403-4AFD38C0050F_jpe-1405618.JPG View Quote I really need to buy an M1, or better yet, an M2... |
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Originally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: Liking this set up a lot. Added the Railscales LEAF on the DBAL and changed the sling out to my old VTAC. https://i.ibb.co/yp7PJMd/20200507-095657.jpg https://i.ibb.co/Yj0X7CF/20200507-095704.jpg View Quote @Blanco_Diablo How do You like the Leaf? Does it show up easily? I have an AR Pistol that would greatly benefit from omitting the front sight. Been wanting to try them out. |
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Originally Posted By M-4matus: @Blanco_Diablo How do You like the Leaf? Does it show up easily? I have an AR Pistol that would greatly benefit from omitting the front sight. Been wanting to try them out. View Quote @M-4matus I love it so far. Lines up perfectly with my sighted-in T1 but doesn't hinder my view. Saves me a lot of space. Don't have a lot of real estate on my 9.5" BCM rail. |
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Daniel Defense m4v7 with Trijicon TA31D and Troy Industries battlesights
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Originally Posted By Beagle556: Mine is below: BCM 16” BFH ELW rifle. Why did I choose this? I chose it for several reasons. First, BCMs reputation. They have very strict QC and HPT and MPI barrels and bolts to identify any possible weak components. Second, I like the ELW barrel profile. It is light and easy to maneuver. Sure light barrels will have their groups open up after a mag of rapid shooting, but they also cool quickly. Finally, I like hammer forged barrels. To me it’s worth the extra money to have a barrel that may last longer. What accessories are necessary on a SHTF rifle? For me, a 1-4/5/6 is a must. Target ID becomes extremely important. With a scope you can see if a person is armed or just carrying an everyday item, whereas with an aim point or Eotech, you can’t. It also is much easier to hit someone at 200 yards (typical infantry engagement range) with magnification and a good reticle. Along those lines, I prefer a good Mil-based reticle for easily being able to estimate ranges. A sling is also important, for retention of your weapon and for ease of carrying. A good flashlight is also a must in case you are forced to work in a dark environment. Finally, sturdy and reliable magazines. Pics as promised! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/473253/6FD5D0C3-05C5-4DB1-8BBD-833DF5CB5407_jpe-1404737.JPG View Quote @Beagle556 That is a nice gun, needs optics eh? If I had to choose 1, it would be an Accupoint 1-4 with Green Triangle Post Reticle. Just my 2 cents |
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Originally Posted By M-4matus: @Beagle556 That is a nice gun, needs optics eh? If I had to choose 1, it would be an Accupoint 1-4 with Green Triangle Post Reticle. Just my 2 cents View Quote Thanks bro! I'm loving it. IT does have an optic on it, just didn't have it mounted. Viper PST Gen 2 1-6x24 MRAD. Sick scope. Helluva deal for $600 |
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Originally Posted By Beagle556: Thanks bro! I'm loving it. IT does have an optic on it, just didn't have it mounted. Viper PST Gen 2 1-6x24 MRAD. Sick scope. Helluva deal for $600 View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Beagle556: Originally Posted By M-4matus: @Beagle556 That is a nice gun, needs optics eh? If I had to choose 1, it would be an Accupoint 1-4 with Green Triangle Post Reticle. Just my 2 cents Thanks bro! I'm loving it. IT does have an optic on it, just didn't have it mounted. Viper PST Gen 2 1-6x24 MRAD. Sick scope. Helluva deal for $600 @Beagle556 Yep, I had one of those and they are a very nice scope for the money, I'm just hooked on the Green Triangle Post Reticle though. Word of advice, don't buy any really high end magnified optics. Can't go back, ever. Post a pic w/ Optics of you can. |
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It's taken awhile, but I think this is it for me:
LaRue Upper/Lower kit w 12.5 barrel Nightforce NX8 1-8 scope SureFire FA556 can Radian CH SureFire light on Thorntail mount BCM furniture Attached File |
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Originally Posted By M-4matus: @Beagle556 Yep, I had one of those and they are a very nice scope for the money, I'm just hooked on the Green Triangle Post Reticle though. Word of advice, don't buy any really high end magnified optics. Can't go back, ever. Post a pic w/ Optics of you can. View Quote Changed the rail to a Pic system. Didn't like Keymod. Also in the process of painting it OD green. Pics up when done! |
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Originally Posted By M-4matus: Here is My GoTo LR Setup- https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/484978/20200519_073000-1423241.jpg View Quote Moar info please...that's sick. |
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Originally Posted By drscws: Current Go to because it has a Light https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/229967/lfc8ddsd-1408636.jpg I finished this over weekend and will be new go to once it gets a light. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/229967/A892D38E-6197-41B0-A12B-E4FCAA7D8F6C-1423682.jpg Back up gun https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/229967/E0370861-A1AC-4FA1-B420-847953DD51A2-1417900.jpg View Quote |
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Originally Posted By drscws: The pic was in between rear sights. I have a clone correct one on the way. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes |
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Originally Posted By CalebWBrink2000: https://i.imgur.com/NJTWNcu.jpg Parts: BCM 12.5" MCMR10 5.56 Upper - BCM FDE Ionbonded BCG - Radian Raptor charging handle - Magpul MBUIS Pros - Aimpoint T2 on a Scalarworks Mount - Railscales polymer handstop - Magpul Type 2 Panels - Surefire M300C on an Arisaka in-line M-Lok mount w/a Cloud Defensive LCS. - BCM Battlecomp Aero Precision M4E1 lower - Forward Controls ambi/enhanced LPK - Radian Talon ambi 45 safety - Timney 3Gun single-stage 3lb trigger - BCM grip - SBA3 w/Splitfix - Ferro Concepts Slingster 12.5" is a good compromise for a do-all rifle 300 yards and under. View Quote Really like this |
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Originally Posted By CalebWBrink2000: https://i.imgur.com/NJTWNcu.jpg Parts: BCM 12.5" MCMR10 5.56 Upper - BCM FDE Ionbonded BCG - Radian Raptor charging handle - Magpul MBUIS Pros - Aimpoint T2 on a Scalarworks Mount - Railscales polymer handstop - Magpul Type 2 Panels - Surefire M300C on an Arisaka in-line M-Lok mount w/a Cloud Defensive LCS. - BCM Battlecomp Aero Precision M4E1 lower - Forward Controls ambi/enhanced LPK - Radian Talon ambi 45 safety - Timney 3Gun single-stage 3lb trigger - BCM grip - SBA3 w/Splitfix - Ferro Concepts Slingster 12.5" is a good compromise for a do-all rifle 300 yards and under. View Quote Solid biannual post |
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Originally Posted By Beagle556: @Beagle556 Moar info please...that's sick. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Beagle556: Originally Posted By M-4matus: Here is My GoTo LR Setup- https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/484978/20200519_073000-1423241.jpg @Beagle556 Moar info please...that's sick. LMT Ambi Lower w/ Geissele Hi Speed Trigger Upper is an LMT Canteen Green (South American Contract), 20" 308 5R Barrel Atlas Bi Pod and Leupold Mark 5 Illuminated 3-18 w/ 35mm Geissele Mount This is the only AR I have that hits 1000 yards shots reliably other than My LaRue PredatOBR, but I just sold that... |
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Just finished my SHTF build today.
14.5 LMT MRP - all internals LMT w/enhanced FA BCG Vortex Razor HD III 1-10 in Larue mount LMT Imperial iron sights SF WARCOMP w/ Surefire 556-RC2 SF M600DF Railscales panels and Railscales RSB Cloud Defensive switch management Attached File Attached File |
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Originally Posted By alex71: My original which started life in 08 as a striped DPMS lower. It has changed a lot over the years and is now a 11.5 SBR. It was also my first SBR from 09. 11.5 BA Hanson Barrel BCM upper and MCMR Rail G trigger EOTech Omega 300 Surfire DF Peq https://i.imgur.com/8JjedDM.jpg View Quote Nice looking rifle. I for some reason want a DPMS or Bushmaster lower because they closed down. |
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Originally Posted By XeroSasEnchros: Nice looking rifle. I for some reason want a DPMS or Bushmaster lower because they closed down. View Quote I agree! I remember when I bought it I wished I had bought the Spikes or LMT instead of the DPMS but now I am glad I did haha. Funny thing is I think I payed $150 for that lower back in 08. Funny how times have changed. |
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Originally Posted By alex71: My original which started life in 08 as a striped DPMS lower. It has changed a lot over the years and is now a 11.5 SBR. It was also my first SBR from 09. https://i.imgur.com/8JjedDM.jpg View Quote My go-to; also started life as a stripped DPMS upper back in 06. " /> |
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Originally Posted By FiveToOne: My go-to; also started life as a stripped DPMS upper back in 06. <a href="<a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49936046397_4128381eff_b.jpg" >[url]https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49936046397_4128381eff_b.jpg">https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49936046397_4128381eff_b.jpg">[url=https://flic.kr/p/2j5FhRc]https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49936046397_4128381eff_b.jpg View Quote |
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Originally Posted By YaBoyKGTho: Solid biannual post View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By YaBoyKGTho: Originally Posted By CalebWBrink2000: https://i.imgur.com/NJTWNcu.jpg Parts: BCM 12.5" MCMR10 5.56 Upper - BCM FDE Ionbonded BCG - Radian Raptor charging handle - Magpul MBUIS Pros - Aimpoint T2 on a Scalarworks Mount - Railscales polymer handstop - Magpul Type 2 Panels - Surefire M300C on an Arisaka in-line M-Lok mount w/a Cloud Defensive LCS. - BCM Battlecomp Aero Precision M4E1 lower - Forward Controls ambi/enhanced LPK - Radian Talon ambi 45 safety - Timney 3Gun single-stage 3lb trigger - BCM grip - SBA3 w/Splitfix - Ferro Concepts Slingster 12.5" is a good compromise for a do-all rifle 300 yards and under. Solid biannual post Solid understate. |
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Originally Posted By allensaldi: I'm about to scoop up a MI Mount that knocks off the Unity one to try. I've got a few Unity and would like to mess around with something else. View Quote I have 3 unity fast mounts. If you don't need the included iron sight, but like the height and the ability to still use irons, it's a great option, especially at about half the price of the Unity. |
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Originally Posted By Daggertt: I have one of the MI mounts. It's not as elegant and it doesn't have the included rear iron sight (but it has a window for backup irons) , but it works and I'm getting another one for a different rifle. I have 3 unity fast mounts. If you don't need the included iron sight, but like the height and the ability to still use irons, it's a great option, especially at about half the price of the Unity. View Quote I prefer the traditional irons over the Unity Irons. I have 2 or 3 Unity Mounts as well and adjusting the front sucks. The rear isn't bad at all but I honestly feel why pay $150ish for a Unity when I can get new MI ones for $65.00 |
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Originally Posted By allensaldi: I prefer the traditional irons over the Unity Irons. I have 2 or 3 Unity Mounts as well and adjusting the front sucks. The rear isn't bad at all but I honestly feel why pay $150ish for a Unity when I can get new MI ones for $65.00 View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By allensaldi: Originally Posted By Daggertt: I have one of the MI mounts. It's not as elegant and it doesn't have the included rear iron sight (but it has a window for backup irons) , but it works and I'm getting another one for a different rifle. I have 3 unity fast mounts. If you don't need the included iron sight, but like the height and the ability to still use irons, it's a great option, especially at about half the price of the Unity. I prefer the traditional irons over the Unity Irons. I have 2 or 3 Unity Mounts as well and adjusting the front sucks. The rear isn't bad at all but I honestly feel why pay $150ish for a Unity when I can get new MI ones for $65.00 I really like it on a 14.5" middy with a triangle front sight base, so I can use the red dot without any obstruction. You could do the same with the MI, of course, but the issue is if you want to use the Unity flip to center magnifier. A rear fixed or folding sight is in the way and you kind of have to choose whether you want the rear sight or the magnifier back there - or, as MI advertises, you mount the rear sight in front of the optic. Unity's solution to that is just so sleek. If I plan to use my magnifier on the gun, I use a Unity mount with the included rear sight and a fixed or folding front sight. For a gun that won't use the magnifier, I'll use the MI mount. |
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Originally Posted By CalebWBrink2000: https://i.imgur.com/NJTWNcu.jpg Parts: BCM 12.5" MCMR10 5.56 Upper - BCM FDE Ionbonded BCG - Radian Raptor charging handle - Magpul MBUIS Pros - Aimpoint T2 on a Scalarworks Mount - Railscales polymer handstop - Magpul Type 2 Panels - Surefire M300C on an Arisaka in-line M-Lok mount w/a Cloud Defensive LCS. - BCM Battlecomp Aero Precision M4E1 lower - Forward Controls ambi/enhanced LPK - Radian Talon ambi 45 safety - Timney 3Gun single-stage 3lb trigger - BCM grip - SBA3 w/Splitfix - Ferro Concepts Slingster 12.5" is a good compromise for a do-all rifle 300 yards and under. View Quote Nice rattlecan too! |
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Yeah, the way to do it is to use the Unity mount as a rear sight with a separate front.
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