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AZ, USA
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Posted: 1/22/2021 4:45:09 PM EDT
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Sight seeing with the mini today.
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Posted: 1/22/2021 5:06:45 PM EDT
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Ok just got back from the range and was able to shoot the RC2 and the Mini on the same host to compare. I shot the shimmed-up Criterion core 13.9”. I was running a Springco blue and H2 buffer.
-Noticeable db reduction from the RC2. Not surprising -Weight feels really similar in hand between the 2 -Noticeable difference in back pressure- it definitely seemed higher on the mini. My ejection moved from 3:30 to 2:30 with the mini on. It did seem like the RC2 put out a bigger puff at the ejection port, but I really liked how it shot. If you can tolerate the length, the RC2 may be the way to go. The warcomp seems to be concentric- no end cap marks at all. The pin is still in place 👍 I think the criterion build with the RC2 and a ATACR would be very very nice. |
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Posted: 1/22/2021 5:21:17 PM EDT
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Also....75gr Hornaday Black
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Posted: 1/22/2021 6:24:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Maack: Ok just got back from the range and was able to shoot the RC2 and the Mini on the same host to compare. I shot the shimmed-up Criterion core 13.9”. I was running a Springco blue and H2 buffer. -Noticeable db reduction from the RC2. Not surprising -Weight feels really similar in hand between the 2 -Noticeable difference in back pressure- it definitely seemed higher on the mini. My ejection moved from 3:30 to 2:30 with the mini on. It did seem like the RC2 put out a bigger puff at the ejection port, but I really liked how it shot. If you can tolerate the length, the RC2 may be the way to go. The warcomp seems to be concentric- no end cap marks at all. The pin is still in place 👍 I think the criterion build with the RC2 and a ATACR would be very very nice. 
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Posted: 1/23/2021 2:24:11 PM EDT
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Would a BCM 11.5” be anywhere close as say a Wilson combat 11.3 or criterion 11.5? I’m looking for a good barrel to go with a URX ii and saw someone with the bcm, but for the price they’re asking I’m wondering if I should just wait for the WC or Criterion
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/23/2021 2:29:27 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Eyekahn]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DackJaniels: Would a BCM 11.5” be anywhere close as say a Wilson combat 11.3 or criterion 11.5? I’m looking for a good barrel to go with a URX ii and saw someone with the bcm, but for the price they’re asking I’m wondering if I should just wait for the WC or Criterion Factory colt 11.5 is very accurate as well. Just won't be as fast as a SS barrel. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 1/23/2021 3:24:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Wake27]
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I love BCM but from everything I’ve seen, a Core will be better gassed and print far better groups. No idea on the Wilson but I’d either wait for a Core or get one of the Colt heavy FBI barrels.
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Posted: 1/23/2021 9:33:25 PM EDT
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USA
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Posted: 1/25/2021 1:47:43 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/27/2021 9:58:56 AM EDT
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Posted: 1/27/2021 1:47:45 PM EDT
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9" 300 BLK...
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Posted: 1/27/2021 2:15:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cdholmes: Mini Grendel https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/414212/CC8157E7-6AAD-426E-91A2-89E0A6B82BB0_jpe-1793838.JPG I like that. What rail? |
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Posted: 1/27/2021 3:14:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I like that. What rail? Looks like FCD RHF https://www.forwardcontrolsdesign.com/RHF_p_137.html |
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Posted: 1/27/2021 3:34:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuote HistoryOriginally Posted By Maack: Originally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I like that. What rail? Looks like FCD RHF https://www.forwardcontrolsdesign.com/RHF_p_137.html Yep. 9.5” |
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Posted: 1/27/2021 3:36:12 PM EDT
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I dunno who makes it for them, but the clamp is identical to primary arms house brand mlok rail.... Which is really damn nice for the price.
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Posted: 1/27/2021 4:41:57 PM EDT
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Cross Machine and Tool makes them for FCD
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Posted: 1/27/2021 6:49:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I dunno who makes it for them, but the clamp is identical to primary arms house brand mlok rail.... Which is really damn nice for the price. I’ve noticed that. The PA Rail is definitely cheaper, but it doesn’t come with that awesome duck logo 
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/28/2021 11:11:54 PM EDT
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This thread made me finally sign up for ARFCOM. Mini H in the works now
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Posted: 1/29/2021 8:49:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cdholmes: I’ve noticed that. The PA Rail is definitely cheaper, but it doesn’t come with that awesome duck logo Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cdholmes: Originally Posted By SDMF_Rebel: I dunno who makes it for them, but the clamp is identical to primary arms house brand mlok rail.... Which is really damn nice for the price. I’ve noticed that. The PA Rail is definitely cheaper, but it doesn’t come with that awesome duck logo Haha, yeah I'm not saying FCD = PA But I put on the PA rail for my brother and was shocked at the quality for $100. |
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USA
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Posted: 1/29/2021 9:26:54 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Bringo]
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 ETA: I think ^ that pic of my humble contribution needs to be approved before it's viewable without the link. ETA2: Or, I just suck at technology lol |
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Posted: 1/29/2021 9:43:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bringo: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50887612612_181e50c956_z.jpg ETA: I think ^ that pic of my humble contribution needs to be approved before it's viewable without the link. Fuck yes |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 1/29/2021 10:21:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bringo: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50887612612_181e50c956_z.jpg ETA: I think ^ that pic of my humble contribution needs to be approved before it's viewable without the link. ETA2: Or, I just suck at technology lol Awesome setup. I always liked the PRI tubes. Dig the paint job too! |
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Posted: 1/29/2021 11:44:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bringo: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50887612612_181e50c956_z.jpg ETA: I think ^ that pic of my humble contribution needs to be approved before it's viewable without the link. ETA2: Or, I just suck at technology lol Eyyyy you put the PRI on. Looks great dude. |
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Posted: 1/30/2021 4:10:41 PM EDT
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USA
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Posted: 1/30/2021 10:34:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: emtothedee]
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Is the 1.7 badger where it’s at now for lpvo work? Has anyone tried both and still prefer the 1.93? Thinking of switching over to the 1.7
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2021 1:44:05 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bringo: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50887612612_181e50c956_z.jpg ETA: I think ^ that pic of my humble contribution needs to be approved before it's viewable without the link. ETA2: Or, I just suck at technology lol This is awesome! |
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Posted: 1/31/2021 10:59:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By emtothedee: Is the 1.7 badger where it’s at now for lpvo work? Has anyone tried both and still prefer the 1.93? Thinking of switching over to the 1.7 I like 1.93 for RDS but the 1.7 for LPVOs unless it’s a bench specific gun where I’ll stick with 1.5 ish. |
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Posted: 1/31/2021 1:49:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By emtothedee: Is the 1.7 badger where it’s at now for lpvo work? Has anyone tried both and still prefer the 1.93? Thinking of switching over to the 1.7 For LPVO its perfect, I came from a Geissele 1.93 and I won't go back. As for red dots I still stay 1.93 or the KAC highrise. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2021 8:16:52 PM EDT
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 20210131_184514 by brandon hobock, on Flickr" />Probs going with a larue LT135 mount and set it up with an rc2 tax time. I can dig it though. |
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USA
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Posted: 1/31/2021 8:26:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Brandonbeezy: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50896286991_6e156f4854_k.jpg20210131_184514 by brandon hobock, on Flickr" target="_blank">https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50896286991_6e156f4854_k.jpg20210131_184514 by brandon hobock, on Flickr Probs going with a larue LT135 mount and set it up with an rc2 tax time. I can dig it though. This picture makes my neck hurt |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2021 8:45:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By emtothedee: This picture makes my neck hurt Needs more lift lol |
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USA
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Posted: 2/1/2021 10:58:08 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eMc9001: For LPVO its perfect, I came from a Geissele 1.93 and I won't go back. As for red dots I still stay 1.93 or the KAC highrise. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eMc9001: Originally Posted By emtothedee: Is the 1.7 badger where it’s at now for lpvo work? Has anyone tried both and still prefer the 1.93? Thinking of switching over to the 1.7 For LPVO its perfect, I came from a Geissele 1.93 and I won't go back. As for red dots I still stay 1.93 or the KAC highrise. Alright I’ll try it out. Sounds like I’ll have a badger 1.93 for sale soon |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 2/1/2021 11:49:41 AM EDT
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I have been looking at the 1.7 mounts. Will prolly stick in on my 11.5 556 to try. Will most likely keep my aero on my mini Grendel since I generally shoot it prone or off a tripod.
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Posted: 2/2/2021 1:09:36 AM EDT
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USA
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Posted: 2/3/2021 1:31:55 AM EDT
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Great. I have a 13” URX 4 sitting here and a 13.9” Criterion on back order, and now I’m finding out ADCO won’t pin and weld my Warcomp anymore?
Any suggestions on other shops that you would trust to do the work? |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2021 1:48:35 AM EDT
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John Thomas at Retro Arms Works did a great job cutting my barrel and pin/welding a warcomp. It may even be a bit more accurate than before the cut. I’ve had great results out to 800 with it. Bottom photo is the weld. (https://retroarmsworks.com/)
 
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Posted: 2/3/2021 8:05:53 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ZULUKILO: Great. I have a 13” URX 4 sitting here and a 13.9” Criterion on back order, and now I’m finding out ADCO won’t pin and weld my Warcomp anymore? Any suggestions on other shops that you would trust to do the work? Retro Arms Works or D. Wilson Mfg. I've had great results from both. |
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Posted: 2/3/2021 9:13:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ZULUKILO: Great. I have a 13” URX 4 sitting here and a 13.9” Criterion on back order, and now I’m finding out ADCO won’t pin and weld my Warcomp anymore? Any suggestions on other shops that you would trust to do the work? Or you could sell that urx 4 to me 
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Posted: 2/3/2021 9:19:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ZULUKILO: Great. I have a 13” URX 4 sitting here and a 13.9” Criterion on back order, and now I’m finding out ADCO won’t pin and weld my Warcomp anymore? Any suggestions on other shops that you would trust to do the work? I know- I ruined it for everyone
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CO, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2021 11:12:32 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Wake27]
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Originally Posted By cdholmes: Retro Arms Works or D. Wilson Mfg. I've had great results from both. Completely agreed. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2021 6:36:24 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/4/2021 3:22:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ZULUKILO: Great. I have a 13” URX 4 sitting here and a 13.9” Criterion on back order, and now I’m finding out ADCO won’t pin and weld my Warcomp anymore? Any suggestions on other shops that you would trust to do the work? D. Wilson  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/4/2021 8:35:55 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rothperson87: D. Wilson https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/462226/2A15E7A1-8CF2-45CF-99B7-A6AD31A0C3FF_jpe-1810211.JPG The KING of the pin-and-weld. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 2/4/2021 1:29:43 PM EDT
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I had John Thomas of Retro Arms Works do a 13.7 inch BA mid length barrel with a pin/weld SF Warcomp and it turned out really well. He made a custom spacer to get the overall length to 16.1 inches, and you can't even tell that there is a pi/weld job done to the muzzle device. That dude does phenomenal work and is reasonably priced. My first pin/weld was done by Tactical Edge when I was stationed at Fort Campbell and I was a little disappointed in the appearance of the work. There was a big sloppy mess of welding material, but it does work properly, and it cost me as much as what Retro Arms did with additional parts and labor. I've had several pin/weld jobs done around the Fort Bragg area and they were reasonably priced and the work was adequate. John Thomas does really good work and is easy to get a hold of if you have questions or want to make changes to your order. Just my two cents.
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Posted: 2/5/2021 5:20:13 PM EDT
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Moved the S&B over to the 13.9” Criterion Core to see what it can do. Right now I have about 200 through it with just one cleaning after 50. I didn’t strip any copper. I think it’ll tighten up a bit more but overall I’m pleased. Finally a barrel that’s gassed appropriately. Really liked shooting it out to 500 with the SOCOM 2.
  
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Posted: 2/5/2021 5:37:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Maack: Moved the S&B over to the 13.9” Criterion Core to see what it can do. Right now I have about 200 through it with just one cleaning after 50. I didn’t strip any copper. I think it’ll tighten up a bit more but overall I’m pleased. Finally a barrel that’s gassed appropriately. Really liked shooting it out to 500 with the SOCOM 2. https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VAS6TedjwKI/YB21eiCHrII/AAAAAAAAMsg/pjHzRB5GJegybjbfQ664nTPmGau7gd0dgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/541B6A30-BA2B-4FB7-B89A-7C44772B7C13.jpeg https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1PssS-I1dkE/YB21cWll07I/AAAAAAAAMsY/z3_0C5t9-AIvbxyIIXXgWXZ9dEuO4iXpgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1525/F112717B-8A72-4529-8209-36E39DE2C15F.jpeg https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cOtV2sdNnjY/YB21erLqrTI/AAAAAAAAMsc/FcsiWO4jYfkwnXZWzPwps7jcOd70ZKp6wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20759E9E-A821-424D-A906-217BA345F032.jpeg I like this. |
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Posted: 2/5/2021 6:41:06 PM EDT
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Anyone have any input on scopes for a 14.5”? I’m looking at the PST Gen ii and the Bushnell 1-6.5 SMRS, only a $70 difference
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Posted: 2/5/2021 6:46:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DackJaniels: Anyone have any input on scopes for a 14.5"? I'm looking at the PST Gen ii and the Bushnell 1-6.5 SMRS, only a $70 difference NX8. |
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Posted: 2/5/2021 7:10:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: NX8. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By DackJaniels: Anyone have any input on scopes for a 14.5"? I'm looking at the PST Gen ii and the Bushnell 1-6.5 SMRS, only a $70 difference NX8. Second this. If that's too much, used razor 1-6. |
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Posted: 2/5/2021 7:36:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Second this. If that's too much, used razor 1-6. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By DackJaniels: Anyone have any input on scopes for a 14.5"? I'm looking at the PST Gen ii and the Bushnell 1-6.5 SMRS, only a $70 difference NX8. Second this. If that's too much, used razor 1-6. Hopefully when tax return season gets here that will be the answer, but I want a place holder that can be swapped to another shorty when I can fulfill my NX8 desire |
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