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Posted: 11/26/2007 8:43:38 AM EDT

I have a barrel that I am sending to ADCO to have a A2 FH and Bayonet lug FSB installed. Before I do this, I was wondering if the barrel in it's ban configuration is needed by those in .... less than gun friendly states.

Bushmaster Chrome lined, 1/9 20" heavy barrel.

If you guys think it is better to trade it, then I will offer it up on the EE. Otherwise it is off to ADCO in a week or two.

Thanks
R/
Mike
VA Beach

Posted: 11/26/2007 8:45:14 AM EDT

[#1]

Cost ADCOS work then Cost a new barrel.

I'd personally sell off the old and get a new one.

Posted: 11/26/2007 8:53:38 AM EDT

[#2]

Quoted:
I have a barrel that I am sending to ADCO to have a A2 FH and Bayonet lug FSB installed. Before I do this, I was wondering if the barrel in it's ban configuration is needed by those in .... less than gun friendly states.
Bushmaster Chrome lined, 1/9 20" heavy barrel.
If you guys think it is better to trade it, then I will offer it up on the EE. Otherwise it is off to ADCO in a week or two.

Do some research. I found it better to sell my old ban-type upper and buy a new upper, rather than have my existing upper modified. Saved a total of about $150. YMMV.

Posted: 11/26/2007 8:57:03 AM EDT

[#3]

ADCO pricing
Cost of work = $117
New barrel = $239

I am not opposed to selling it if someone in occupied territory needs a BAN era barrel. Otherwise it is a great barrel, and I will only get rid of it to get a 20" with 1/7 twist to shoot neavier bullets.

Quoted:
Cost ADCOS work then Cost a new barrel.

I'd personally sell off the old and get a new one.

Posted: 11/26/2007 9:16:23 AM EDT

[#4]

So if you can sell the barrel for $122 cost is the same either way but you'll end up with a new barrel.

I'd bet you could put that barrel up for sale for $140-$150 shipped and come out slighly better off AND have a new barrel.

Posted: 11/26/2007 2:43:10 PM EDT

[#5]

If the barrel is on an A1/A2 upper, I would sell the entire upper and barrel assembly, then buy an A3 upper and new preban type barrel.

Posted: 11/26/2007 5:19:20 PM EDT

[#6]

I already have a flat top carbine, I like having the A2 also. I liked Forest's idea, so I will probably put it up on the EE for a week or two. If no takers, off to ADCO it goes.
Thanks All.

Quoted:
If the barrel is on an A1/A2 upper, I would sell the entire upper and barrel assembly, then buy an A3 upper and new preban type barrel.

Posted: 11/26/2007 5:48:29 PM EDT

[#7]

iff you sell it say for $125 shipped with what the cost of the work would be you can have a new assembly in the configuration and way you want.You could however thread the muzzle yourself and if you can live without the lug itll cost you nothing.

Posted: 11/27/2007 5:31:59 PM EDT

[#8]

Yeah, just the flash hider and install is about $30 + S&H. I can live with out the bayonet lug. I will sell the barrel if I can find a 20" A2 1/7 barrel.

Thanks again

Mike

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