Quoted: Wanting a new m1a1 kind of like the short socomII not sure if there are any dissadvantages. I had heard it used a different gas system to accommidate shorter barrel is this true and do parts interchange? How much velocity do you really lose and does it matter when you only plan on shooting sa ammo anyway? Any suggestions welcome. thanks |
My first and second M14 type rifle have 18.0" barrels.
The first was a Scout that was slowly transformed into a MK14 SEI Mod 0, the 2nd is a MK14 SEI Mod 1.
My third and fourth builds have 22.0" barrels. These are for ranges beyond 750 yards.
My final build that is just about ready to ship off to SEI will have a 16.25" barrel.
One thing you should notice is that these rifles are addictive, you can't own just one.
IMO, the 18.0" barrel is the best all-around, general purpose length.
However, now that SEI has a SOCOM muzzle device kit - the 16.25 may become the better GP choice.
And then there is the standard... I have two, but I've never fired them.
I started in the middle and I'm about to have at least one of each ~ good luck