Posted: 12/22/2014 8:57:37 PM EDT
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Has anyone done it? Since the CMP auctioned that one, I've wanted to copy it ever since. Here's an article if you don't know what it is: http://stevereicherttraining.com/darpa-xm3/
I can't get an exact copy. I won't need the the an pvs22 that is issued with it, nor can I get a suppressor. I basically just want the same barrel, length, buttstock, nightforce, etc. |
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You can get an exact copy. the XM3 was built by a 3rd party. Not by the Marines, and not like Remington with the M24 marked M700 receivers. Take a look at my clone thread. IBA made the XM3, which you can order from them. Your going to spend around $9000 for an exact copy less optics and suppressor. Alternatively, Remington's custom shop will also build you a clone off their 40X receivers, which may, or may not be cheaper (rifle price alone) |
| It is cool that IBA sells them, but I think that I could make a pretty decent clone of the XM3 for a lot less than they are asking. Granted some parts won't be the same, like I probably won't bother having the receiver slotted as there is no use for this on a scoped rifle. |
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Quoted: It is cool that IBA sells them, but I think that I could make a pretty decent clone of the XM3 for a lot less than they are asking. Granted some parts won't be the same, like I probably won't bother having the receiver slotted as there is no use for this on a scoped rifle. You would also save money on quality steel parts vs titanium parts. Really the only thing from IBA to make a correct looking clone is their night vision rail. Also, good luck finding the Surefire flash hider. They're hard to find. Some sites say they have them in stock, but I have never heard of said sites.
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The XM3 was a big hit with almost all the guys.but they didn't care for the Nighforce scope. Most ended up swapping the Nightforce scope for the S&B scope That's what I've heard about the xm3. I always thought nightforce was one of the best rifle scopes out there. S&b's are awesome though 
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Quoted: That's what I've heard about the xm3. I always thought nightforce was one of the best rifle scopes out there. S&b's are awesome though Quoted: Quoted: The XM3 was a big hit with almost all the guys.but they didn't care for the Nighforce scope. Most ended up swapping the Nightforce scope for the S&B scope That's what I've heard about the xm3. I always thought nightforce was one of the best rifle scopes out there. S&b's are awesome though To be honest, everyone was used to the S&B and the Mil-dot. I don't remember the specs on the Nightforce. I remember guys saying they didn't like the reticle. I can't recall if it was mil/mil or mil/moa
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