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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:27:20 PM EDT
[#1]
Major differences between Surefire FA556-212 and RC2? Trying to figure out which meets my needs vs clone correct.
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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:31:21 PM EDT
[#2]
Colt BCG for $145, good deal?
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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:36:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Ivan1:
Should have the cage code on it. I think it should have the date but I don’t have mine near me to check. |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:38:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FilthyCasual:
Major differences between Surefire FA556-212 and RC2? Trying to figure out which meets my needs vs clone correct. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FilthyCasual:
Major differences between Surefire FA556-212 and RC2? Trying to figure out which meets my needs vs clone correct. Originally Posted By Puppuccino:
Colt BCG for $145, good deal? |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:41:41 PM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56:
The 212 is an older, legacy model. BTDT can. The RC2 is their newer design. I'm sure someone at SF marketing would say the RC2 is their improved version with all new this or that.( speculation) I've shot both. I think they are solid cans. If I could get a deal on a 212 then I'd pick it up. If I could get a deal on an RC2, I'd pick it up. Also you have to think about which flash hiders you have already or how many you have to buy. IMO, you'll find RC2 capable hiders easier then the 212. Good(ish) depending on condition. Is it FA? round count? How fast do you want it? All factors. I picked up a used one for $115. It was older and just what I wanted. I'd say range is $110 to $150 with all the above factors playing a role... |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:44:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryI think that looks like a FA carrier from the pic but not 100. Also if it matters to you, you may ask if the carrier is "C" marked. opposite side of the carrier from the pic. I'd probably pay that for one if I needed it.. |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 3:48:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56:
I think that looks like a FA carrier from the pic but not 100. Also if it matters to you, you may ask if the carrier is "C" marked. opposite side of the carrier from the pic. I'd probably pay that for one if I needed it.. |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 4:10:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Puppuccino]
[#8]
Carrier is not marked, but the bolt is.
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Posted: 5/21/2019 4:14:36 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 5pt56]
[#9]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Puppuccino:
Carrier is not marked, but the bolt is. There better be a pic post in the near future of a 10.3" stick....lol.... ETA: 
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Posted: 5/21/2019 4:24:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56:
So if you care about that then don't buy it. If you don't care about that then buy it. If its Colt then it doesn't change the quality with or without the C marking. There better be a pic post in the near future of a 10.3" stick....lol.... 
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Posted: 5/21/2019 5:52:36 PM EDT
[#11]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Ivan1:
Should have the cage code on it. I think it should have the date but I don’t have mine near me to check. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Ivan1:
Originally Posted By smitty_007:
Just got my 10.3” Colt CQB from AU! So, no more “C” stamped on the barrel, right? Also, should there be a manufacturing date on it? Lastly, everyone else’s I’ve seen was drenched in lube, but this one seems pretty dry...Normal? Excited to get this thing on my Colt Upper! |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 6:21:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Weren't there some recent from AU rollmarked C MP CB or similar? this batch comes dry and i believe with cage code markings. colt is consistent on one thing and one thing only - inconsistency. |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 6:41:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio:
colt is consistent on one thing and one thing only - inconsistency. |
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Posted: 5/21/2019 7:39:04 PM EDT
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Posted: 5/21/2019 8:01:24 PM EDT
[Last Edit: smitty_007]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio: the last batch was marked that way. along with typical colt dripping oil. this batch comes dry and i believe with cage code markings. colt is consistent on one thing and one thing only - inconsistency. 
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Posted: 5/21/2019 8:06:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By smitty_007:
Just got my 10.3” Colt CQB from AU! So, no more “C” stamped on the barrel, right? Also, should there be a manufacturing date on it? Lastly, everyone else’s I’ve seen was drenched in lube, but this one seems pretty dry...Normal? Excited to get this thing on my Colt Upper! |
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JPN
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Posted: 5/21/2019 8:13:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio:
Nice. Scoop it! Its likely made after 2014(no su markings), which means its right on the cusp of being out of warranty/non serviceable. Contrary to what you read about the 553's, I sent one back to Eotech in December for warranty repairs/reticle fade. S/N Starts with an A on the later 533's hence the no SU-231 markings. Civilian sold 553's all had 7xx,xxx s/n's. It came back recharged with nitrogen and just as bright as a new exps 3-0. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio:
Originally Posted By Puppuccino:
This 553 is tempting me Contrary to what you read about the 553's, I sent one back to Eotech in December for warranty repairs/reticle fade. S/N Starts with an A on the later 533's hence the no SU-231 markings. Civilian sold 553's all had 7xx,xxx s/n's. It came back recharged with nitrogen and just as bright as a new exps 3-0. 
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JPN
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Posted: 5/21/2019 8:14:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Puppuccino:
I emailed EOTech with the s/n to see if they’d repair it, here’s their reply: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/488662/EF800385-BB2D-4CAD-8F02-568C651CC9BF_png-952813.JPG
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AL, USA
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Posted: 5/21/2019 11:40:04 PM EDT
[#19]
All,
Many of the original photos in this thread are no longer accessible. I would like to see some closeup images of the left and right side of the lower receivers of actual Mk 18, Mod 0, Block 1, and Block 2. I can find good images of the Mod 0, but the others are more challenging. Also, are there vendors that you have used to clone the lowers? Thanks! |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 12:19:17 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Combat_Diver]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Multi-Tool:
All, Many of the original photos in this thread are no longer accessible. I would like to see some closeup images of the left and right side of the lower receivers of actual Mk 18, Mod 0, Block 1, and Block 2. I can find good images of the Mod 0, but the others are more challenging. Also, are there vendors that you have used to clone the lowers? Thanks!  Attached FileCD |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 12:32:16 AM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Puppuccino:
Colt BCG for $145, good deal? |
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USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 12:59:13 AM EDT
[#22]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Not really. Lol Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By Puppuccino:
Colt BCG for $145, good deal? |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 1:12:49 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Combat_Diver]
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Posted: 5/22/2019 1:45:44 AM EDT
[#24]
Interesting recessed pins.
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Posted: 5/22/2019 2:43:53 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By WSAR15:
Interesting recessed pins. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 3:36:38 AM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jlgil73:
What are you referring to? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jlgil73:
Originally Posted By WSAR15:
Interesting recessed pins. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 5:36:07 AM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Conner378:
The trigger pins, pretty sure those are what come with the geissele triggers. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Conner378:
Originally Posted By Jlgil73:
Originally Posted By WSAR15:
Interesting recessed pins. |
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AL, USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 10:19:03 AM EDT
[#28]
@Combat_Diver,
Thanks for the pics! Some questions: Is the Crane Mk18 Mod 0 right side stencil found on both the M16A1 and M4A1 lowers or just the M16A1? Is there any correlation between the Cage code or part number to any of Mod 0, Block 1 or Block 2? Thanks ! |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 10:38:50 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Combat_Diver]
[#29]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Multi-Tool:
@Combat_Diver, Thanks for the pics! Some questions: Is the Crane Mk18 Mod 0 right side stencil found on both the M16A1 and M4A1 lowers or just the M16A1? Is there any correlation between the Cage code or part number to any of Mod 0, Block 1 or Block 2? Thanks ! Of the Mk18 Mod 0 stencil, I've only seen that on M16A1 receivers. All Mk18 Mod 1s that I've seen the SEALs have, had the M4A1 crossed out and NAVY 18-1 engraved below. Again these are Navy BLK II receivers. The Army still counts the gun as a M4A1 URG. Where 14.5" and 10.3" receivers are the same. MARSOC refers a BLK II as RIS when I was talking to their weapons sergeants last week.  Attached File Attached FileNot following your second question. Cage Code markings are just now being seen on guns. CD |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 10:46:50 AM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Nice, thanks man. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 11:43:51 AM EDT
[#31]
Throwback to winter, OG GripStop is on the market in case anyone is interested. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 11:47:03 AM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FONTY:
The guy raised it to $160 pass.... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FONTY:
Originally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By Puppuccino:
Colt BCG for $145, good deal? I would say 110 is a good deal. 120-125 an ok deal. Anything above that, I just can't get to good deal on. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 11:49:45 AM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Yeah I got my last one from Shark Arms customs for $100 shipped, brand new and fully Colt marked. M16 profile I would say 110 is a good deal. 120-125 an ok deal. Anything above that, I just can't get to good deal on. Guess I'm always over paying....
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Posted: 5/22/2019 11:59:59 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56:
A hundo from SAC!?! How long ago was that? lol Guess I'm always over paying.... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56:
Originally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Yeah I got my last one from Shark Arms customs for $100 shipped, brand new and fully Colt marked. M16 profile I would say 110 is a good deal. 120-125 an ok deal. Anything above that, I just can't get to good deal on. Guess I'm always over paying.... 
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Posted: 5/22/2019 12:09:16 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TGWLDR]
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Black Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By 5pt56:
Originally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Yeah I got my last one from Shark Arms customs for $100 shipped, brand new and fully Colt marked. M16 profile I would say 110 is a good deal. 120-125 an ok deal. Anything above that, I just can't get to good deal on. Guess I'm always over paying.... 
Eta: the Colt upper receiver/bcg/charge handle deals at $200 would be WELCOME about now too! |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 12:33:11 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MILSPEC556]
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Short lived ~3 week window.
Eta: the Colt upper receiver/bcg/charge handle deals at $200 would be WELCOME about now too! ETA looks like he also removed the KAC USMC 2-6 BUIS |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 12:40:56 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Dude I just looked at his site again. Nearly everything still out of stock. I hope his supply didn't dry up indefinitely lol ETA looks like he also removed the KAC USMC 2-6 BUIS Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Short lived ~3 week window.
Eta: the Colt upper receiver/bcg/charge handle deals at $200 would be WELCOME about now too! ETA looks like he also removed the KAC USMC 2-6 BUIS Little bits here/there. Nothing from Colt directly as I understand it. KAC rears are a cyclic thing it seems. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 1:49:42 PM EDT
[Last Edit: M4AZ]
[#38]
Went and did some shooting last night.
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NC, USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 2:22:26 PM EDT
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A little bit of old...a little bit of new...
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Posted: 5/22/2019 2:56:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Conner378:
Went and did some shooting last night. https://i.postimg.cc/kX3tw47q/4-C625-A14-E5-C3-4042-A307-C3778622-AD74.jpg Do you know what color/brand it was? |
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AL, USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 4:01:04 PM EDT
[#41]
Thanks for the additional pics and info, CD!
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/22/2019 8:07:59 PM EDT
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Posted: 5/22/2019 8:32:01 PM EDT
[#43]
An absolutely horrible picture. But here I go. Step 1 to a Mod 0. I know I need to lose the trigger guard. The journey begins. Haven't shot it yet. Just got the KAC rail on and the LMT sight. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 9:12:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Lancelot:
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/668/psa_mk_18-954693.jpg An absolutely horrible picture. But here I go. Step 1 to a Mod 0. I know I need to lose the trigger guard. The journey begins. Haven't shot it yet. Just got the KAC rail on and the LMT sight. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 9:48:17 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Barrel looks a tad long too. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 9:49:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wissota4:
Suspiciously long... Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wissota4:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Barrel looks a tad long too. 
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Posted: 5/22/2019 9:54:10 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Bullies.. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Originally Posted By wissota4:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Barrel looks a tad long too.
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Posted: 5/22/2019 10:02:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell:
At least he doesn't take it in the can like @MILSPEC556 Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Originally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Originally Posted By wissota4:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Barrel looks a tad long too.
Seriously, f3eD m3 rMr. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 10:09:44 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Do what? I'm hunting for RMR's, quit pestering me.
Seriously, f3eD m3 rMr. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Originally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Originally Posted By wissota4:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Barrel looks a tad long too.
Seriously, f3eD m3 rMr. |
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Posted: 5/22/2019 10:11:40 PM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell:
He's sipping that KAC-drink now and doesn't have time for the peons anymore. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Originally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Originally Posted By Tigwelder1971:
Originally Posted By wissota4:
Originally Posted By SecretSquirell:
Barrel looks a tad long too.
Seriously, f3eD m3 rMr. 
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