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Posted: 11/18/2017 3:32:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoxofRox: Just on the shelf? Or were they ordered in for someone? |
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Posted: 11/18/2017 3:52:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By saabdrifter:
In stock! One standard, one special edition with shorter barrel Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By saabdrifter:
Originally Posted By BoxofRox: Just on the shelf? Or were they ordered in for someone? |
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Posted: 11/18/2017 5:26:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By saabdrifter: In stock! One standard, one special edition with shorter barrel |
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Posted: 11/18/2017 10:20:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By saabdrifter: In stock! One standard, one special edition with shorter barrel |
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Posted: 11/22/2017 5:48:41 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/22/2017 7:08:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie:
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Posted: 11/22/2017 7:43:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mark5pt56: What caliber? how do you like the operation (bolt work, etc.) |
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Posted: 11/22/2017 8:17:54 PM EDT
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6.5 creedmore?
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Posted: 11/22/2017 8:55:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dodge223:
6.5 creedmore? |
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Posted: 11/22/2017 8:57:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blaster7R: I would say so from the looks of the rounds in one of the mags and the barrle length.. |
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Posted: 11/22/2017 9:13:57 PM EDT
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No could be 338 creedmore too.....
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Posted: 11/22/2017 9:20:58 PM EDT
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I'm pretty sure the factory ones that came with the Tan "minQ" furniture are 6.5 Creed. Granted, moneybags could have other barrels too
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Posted: 11/22/2017 10:18:02 PM EDT
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Its a 6.5 CM, the FGGM is for my Tikka 260 we shot against it head to head.
Pros, it's lightweight and the bolt throw is super short. With use it will slick up more. The trigger is good, maybe not excellent but good regardless. The accuracy is very acceptable, we used Hornady match 143 eldx. Cons, the stock is uncomfortable, the narrow and hard cheek piece and the recoil pad made it surprisingly sharp through recoil. Better position helped but still kicked more than I expected. The controls are cramped, could be a combination of My large stature and the rifles controls but I still felt cramped on the gun. I also had the lop all the way out, this could be alleviated by pushing the scope farther forward but not a huge problem. Also had some small issue with it failing to feed the first round off the mag, not sure of it was out unfamiliarity or what but not a huge issue regardless. |
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Posted: 11/22/2017 11:13:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie:
Its a 6.5 CM, the FGGM is for my Tikka 260 we shot against it head to head. Pros, it's lightweight and the bolt throw is super short. With use it will slick up more. The trigger is good, maybe not excellent but good regardless. The accuracy is very acceptable, we used Hornady match 143 eldx. Cons, the stock is uncomfortable, the narrow and hard cheek piece and the recoil pad made it surprisingly sharp through recoil. Better position helped but still kicked more than I expected. The controls are cramped, could be a combination of My large stature and the rifles controls but I still felt cramped on the gun. I also had the lop all the way out, this could be alleviated by pushing the scope farther forward but not a huge problem. Also had some small issue with it failing to feed the first round off the mag, not sure of it was out unfamiliarity or what but not a huge issue regardless. The recoil was bound to be greater than a normal bolt gun due to the weight (or lack there of) of the rifle. One of the pros to those 15lbs tanks and heavy contoured barrels. Did you shoot any reloads? Over on the hide, a guy was reporting sticky bolt lift with moderate reloads. These may not do well with those who like to get everything possible out of their rifle/caliber. Seems to be built with factory ammo in mind. |
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Posted: 11/22/2017 11:55:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RangerJoe11:
I thought they looked tiny from the first time I saw them online. How tall are you? I’m 6’5” and by the looks of it, there is no way in hell im getting behind that gun comfortably. The recoil was bound to be greater than a normal bolt gun due to the weight (or lack there of) of the rifle. One of the pros to those 15lbs tanks and heavy contoured barrels. Did you shoot any reloads? Over on the hide, a guy was reporting sticky bolt lift with moderate reloads. These may not do well with those who like to get everything possible out of their rifle/caliber. Seems to be built with factory ammo in mind. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RangerJoe11:
Originally Posted By ACPjunkie:
Its a 6.5 CM, the FGGM is for my Tikka 260 we shot against it head to head. Pros, it's lightweight and the bolt throw is super short. With use it will slick up more. The trigger is good, maybe not excellent but good regardless. The accuracy is very acceptable, we used Hornady match 143 eldx. Cons, the stock is uncomfortable, the narrow and hard cheek piece and the recoil pad made it surprisingly sharp through recoil. Better position helped but still kicked more than I expected. The controls are cramped, could be a combination of My large stature and the rifles controls but I still felt cramped on the gun. I also had the lop all the way out, this could be alleviated by pushing the scope farther forward but not a huge problem. Also had some small issue with it failing to feed the first round off the mag, not sure of it was out unfamiliarity or what but not a huge issue regardless. The recoil was bound to be greater than a normal bolt gun due to the weight (or lack there of) of the rifle. One of the pros to those 15lbs tanks and heavy contoured barrels. Did you shoot any reloads? Over on the hide, a guy was reporting sticky bolt lift with moderate reloads. These may not do well with those who like to get everything possible out of their rifle/caliber. Seems to be built with factory ammo in mind. Plan B is a Bighorn action, Manners carbon stock, and a Proof barrel. We'll see how it goes. |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 12:17:40 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoxofRox: This is all somewhat concerning, I've been putting off a custom bolt gun for years because I couldn't make up my mind, so I went ahead and ordered The Fix for a lightweight and custom level gun. I hope it doesn't disappoint, I have almost 3k in an optic and mount for the rifle, so I'd really like The Fix to perform. Plan B is a Bighorn action, Manners carbon stock, and a Proof barrel. We'll see how it goes. I’m sure the rifle won’t disappoint. Especially, if it fits the style and has the features you require. They are neat guns with some cool features for sure. On the other hand you can’t go wrong with Bighorn. I have a TL3 and manners T6 currently. Just awaiting my PVA barrel. I favor the more conventional bolt actions, though. |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 12:29:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RangerJoe11: Keep in mind that is one rifle, so nothing to get worried about yet, just something to keep an eye on. He had sticky bolt lift but no other signs of pressure. Even still, he didn’t shoot his hotter loads. I’m sure the rifle won’t disappoint. Especially, if it fits the style and has the features you require. They are neat guns with some cool features for sure. On the other hand you can’t go wrong with Bighorn. I have a TL3 and manners T6 currently. Just awaiting my PVA barrel. I favor the more conventional bolt actions, though. I'm still naive on what mags to use though, since I'd like to load the 6.5 rounds as long as I can, but the AR10 mags aren't very large I've heard, not like AW stuff. |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 8:42:14 AM EDT
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We didnt shoot any reloads, mine gear is all boxed up and the owner doesnt partake. I will say that we experienced slight cratering of the primers when using the Hornady Match 143 EDL-X. However that was the only sign of higher pressure I saw.
I'm 6'3" and 259, so definitely not a small dude. My only direct issue that I would change immidiatly would be the pistol grip to something with more purchase. |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 8:45:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RangerJoe11: These may not do well with those who like to get everything possible out of their rifle/caliber. Seems to be built with factory ammo in mind. However, I'd say that is fine for 90% of the precision shooting public. I went out to a mile plus using factory 140 260 ammo, it works good enough. |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 9:19:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie:
I would say that this rifle was very much designed to work with factory ammo primarily. Between the tight chamber, the shorter than ideal barrel and the AR10 magazines you arent going to see the barn burner loads do too well in the rifle. However, I'd say that is fine for 90% of the precision shooting public. I went out to a mile plus using factory 140 260 ammo, it works good enough. |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 10:22:31 AM EDT
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I used to be pickier about that kind of stuff, but this is a decent compromise.
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Posted: 11/23/2017 11:10:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RangerJoe11: I agree. On other sites people were giving them hell for some of the choices they made, magazine as an example. I was kind of questioning it as well but if you look at their marketing and what the rifle is it’s obvious they aren’t targeting the hardcore PRS/precision shooter who is looking to squeeze every oz out the rifle. |
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Posted: 1/5/2018 8:53:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BoxofRox]
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First on the forum? It's definitely nice, I'll be shooting it soon. Got some factory 143gr eld-x ammo for velocity and accuracy testing before I start the handloads.
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Posted: 1/5/2018 8:59:27 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/5/2018 10:09:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
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Posted: 1/6/2018 2:03:39 AM EDT
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Fuckin’ A!
I really want to handle one! |
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Posted: 1/6/2018 2:44:19 PM EDT
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Right on man!
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Posted: 1/14/2018 4:10:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoxofRox:
First on the forum? It's definitely nice, I'll be shooting it soon. Got some factory 143gr eld-x ammo for velocity and accuracy testing before I start the handloads. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/277473/IMG_20180105_163702_181-412055.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/277473/IMG_20180105_163702_183_1_-412057.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/277473/IMG_20180105_163702_186_1_-412059.JPG |
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Posted: 1/14/2018 6:14:44 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BoxofRox]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CDM1972: Update???????? I have yet to start handloading, but will start soon. Plus, I need to get steel mags, I had some feeding issues that I am blaming on the mags. |
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Posted: 1/14/2018 9:15:42 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/14/2018 9:22:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoxofRox:
Ran through the 40rds I bought on steel ranging from 500-1000. At 500 it was very consistent and accurate, at 1k I was having a tough time keeping it on an IPSC torso. I'll chalk it up to needing a level, bipod, and handloads. I have yet to start handloading, but will start soon. Plus, I need to get steel mags, I had some feeding issues that I am blaming on the mags. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoxofRox:
Originally Posted By CDM1972: Update???????? I have yet to start handloading, but will start soon. Plus, I need to get steel mags, I had some feeding issues that I am blaming on the mags. |
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Posted: 1/14/2018 10:05:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rob78: Don't bother with ASC mags. LaRue 7.62 mags allow the longest COAL and they work very well. |
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Posted: 1/14/2018 10:06:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Colt_sporter:
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Posted: 1/15/2018 7:47:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
Yours? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
Originally Posted By Colt_sporter:
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Posted: 1/15/2018 10:12:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Colt_sporter: Yep. Pre ordered model with matching serial Trash Panda. Serial well under “75.” I’ve had it about two months now. Probably another five months before I can bring home the Panda though. 
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Posted: 1/15/2018 11:56:55 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Colt_sporter: Yep. Pre ordered model with matching serial Trash Panda. Serial well under “75.” I’ve had it about two months now. Probably another five months before I can bring home the Panda though. |
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Posted: 1/15/2018 8:32:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoxofRox: Nice, I'm still waiting on the form 3 to go through for my Trash Panda, seems like it'll be a good setup. 
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Posted: 1/15/2018 10:46:04 PM EDT
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My dealer got his personal rifle in but I'm still waiting on them to get some in for sale. It'll be a while before I can buy one but I'm still debating optics. Either a NF ATACR F1 or a MK6 3-18 to keep the weight down.
I'm probably just going to work up one load with H4350 and 143 ELD-X for simplicitiy's sake and just run that for everything. Hopefully it's still light enough that a CNVD-LR out front doesn't make it too front heavy. |
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Posted: 1/17/2018 7:53:46 PM EDT
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I'm interested to see how they do in real life as well. Seems like they would make a nice backpacking hunting rifle with the lower weight and still good accuracy from what everyone is saying.
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Posted: 2/6/2018 10:35:48 PM EDT
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My .308 has finally shipped out. Going to try to break it in with some coyote hunting as soon as I get my hands on it.
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Posted: 2/8/2018 11:29:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By -Fozzy-:
My .308 has finally shipped out. Going to try to break it in with some coyote hunting as soon as I get my hands on it. |
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Posted: 2/9/2018 1:11:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By newguy2k3:
My dealer got his personal rifle in but I'm still waiting on them to get some in for sale. It'll be a while before I can buy one but I'm still debating optics. Either a NF ATACR F1 or a MK6 3-18 to keep the weight down. I'm probably just going to work up one load with H4350 and 143 ELD-X for simplicitiy's sake and just run that for everything. Hopefully it's still light enough that a CNVD-LR out front doesn't make it too front heavy. |
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Posted: 2/10/2018 3:04:01 PM EDT
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Just looking at there web-sight it looks like yo can now buy that barrels form them... and Poof ones at that !
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Posted: 2/11/2018 1:39:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jljr23: I've had mine since Sept 2017 and love it. Killed a mule deer with it in October and it was great to pack around. I recently did some testing on the Hornady Reduced Recoil 125 gr SST and was getting great groups out of it (1 MOA). Actually plan on using that to hunt coyotes with this spring. Provides low recoil and secondary follow up shots are faster as a result. |
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Posted: 2/11/2018 11:33:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SirVivorman: Any feedback on the Cherry Bomb as an effective brake (no can)? |
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Posted: 2/11/2018 4:28:36 PM EDT
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I got to handle the Fix in person today. If any Georgia guys are looking for one, Shooters of Columbus has one in stock, a .308.
It is truly a marvel of engineering. The fit and finish are impeccable. I'm gonna ooze about this thing for a bit, because the love and care Brittingham and his team put into designing and building this rifle is apparent the instant you pick it up. That said, after handling one, I know now beyond the shadow of the doubt that it's not the rifle for me. It's very expensive, and probably worth what they're asking to be honest. It's really, really light. Like scary light. It's probably the ultimate walking/stalking hunting rifle. I dunno how pleasant it would be to shoot for an afternoon at the range, especially in .308. Dunno how making quick follow up shots would be either, I would think as crazy light as it is (have I mentioned just how fucking light this gun is? It's shockingly light), it'd probably thump the shooter pretty decently from the bench or prone. But man, just from a materials/build/design philosophy, the Fix really is an awesome rifle. |
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Posted: 2/13/2018 8:01:16 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/15/2018 10:29:17 PM EDT
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I have wanted to put together a 300blk like that mini fix for years, so cool. Can't wait to see what they're doing for a brace.
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Posted: 2/17/2018 2:23:15 PM EDT
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Forgive me if I am a moron, but for the life of me I cannot see why you would want to SBR a bolt gun.
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Posted: 2/17/2018 2:25:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Forgive me if I am a moron, but for the life of me I cannot see why you would want to SBR a bolt gun. They're also far more reliable with subsonic ammo than a gas gun. |
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