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Posted: 2/6/2005 4:06:48 PM EDT
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I was in Iraq for about 3 weeks back a year or so ago, but at that time I was in Marine security forces and spent my days in a nice palace checking IDs. Now I am going back with a regular infantry unit to get in the good fight. I was wondering what some of you who have done that suggest. My unit said we could bring whatever optics/gear we wanted, currently I am taking: TA31 ACOG w/ Larue mount and killflash OP6 light with IR cover Tangodown foregrip lots of extra batteries for said items. I will be issued the following: M16A4 PVS 14 PEQ2 Anything else I should throw in there AR related?? thanks- Robert |
+1. If your unit will allow it, an adjustable stock will help out a ton. If not, an A1 or Sully looks enough like the issue piece, and will allow you to use your rifle more effectively with armor. -Cap'n |
It wont, plus I have no need for one, interceptor has magpouches on it No thanks on the Beta, think it would be ungainly becuase of its large size for alot of things. Sling is a good idea, I will throw one of my 3 points in my bag, thanks |
Mine fits just fine. Actually, the one I was issued and the one I bought to replace it go fine over the Interceptor, Spears, Point Blank or the old RBA. + another on the collapsible stock. It will help when you have armor/LBE/vests on and when riding in vehicles or storing your weapon. A 14.5" or 16" upper wouldn't hurt. |
| I'd check out what the BTDT's have to say about the beta's before you drop that cash. From what I hear they are great at the range but a baaaaaaaaaaaad idea in the field. I heard that malfunctioning beta's got a couple of the blue's waxed early on in the fighting in Afghanistan. |
I've never heard anything good about them from guys who have to depend on them. |
The DEA in south America feels the same way |
If you run out of graphite lube in the field, you’re SOL. No thanks. |
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Dude, one thing you might get is some new Magpul followers. Can't say enough about them. If thread goes on long enough I'm sure you'll get a +1. Bring some extras along as trading chips, I'm sure there are fellas over there that would like some in exchange for a smoke/dip/addiction of choice. Be safe and come home soon. Yer in our prayers. 
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+1  -Cap'n |
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| Hey brother, I am a squad leader in the 173rd abn and I did a full year in the sandbox. The gear your going with will do the job. A collapsible stock is handy but a fixed stock does deliver a much more rewarding buttstroke. I would recomend getting as many magazines as possible, check them all out make sure they work and pull maintenance on them like you would your rifle. I had twenty four magazines and I would keep twelve loaded, twelve unloaded, and change out evry week so the springs could get a break. I highly recomend using your gangster grip, it helps with rapid aquisition of targets for cqb and steady hold for longer shots. Remember no amount of gucci gear can make up for warrior spirit. When it is time for the asskick, don't be afraid to get it on, put em down, and keep the fight on them. |
| Get a Badger Tactical Latch for your charging handle. It allows you to charge/recharge your weapon without taking your firing hand off the pistol grip. (If your right handed). Always say "Hello" with your front sight post. You can relax after you've verified the threat/non-threat. |
That's not much of a trick. I can do that with the stock catch. Plus, the stock one never hangs up on my gear. |
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