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Posted: 4/3/2006 11:56:53 PM EDT
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I am thinking about using a Troy MRF (9") for a midlength build. Looking for some feedback from anyone who has (or had) one. TIA, Copperhead |
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Not directly related, but some food for thought www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=276194 |
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I have a Troy MRF-R. Overall I really like the handguard, continuous top rail, removable lower rail, very easy to install (with anti-rotational ears for added protections). The Troy's only drawback is the weight. While it's lighter than other easy-to-install designs (notably the SIR and MI) it's a little heavier than the equivalent Sampson. |
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Thanks for the feedback guys. Pretty sure this is the route I want to go - need to decide between the Troy and the MI, but I like the continuous rail option, especially because I want to mount a TR 21 Accupoint as my primary optic. May come down to weight vs. price... Copperhead |
Same decision here. i think the MI is 3 oz heavier, with the troy weighing in at 20 oz. Forest, are you sure the Samson and Troy weigh two different weights? If the Samson is indeed lighter, could you tell me how much it weighs? Thanks. |
Yes - Sampson does some lightening cuts inside to reduce the weight a bit. Current Carbine (7") Systems Sampson: 12.5oz INSTALLED Troy: 13.0oz INSTALLED Now you're saying "WTF it's only HALF an ounce". You are right it's not a big deal. But notice I said "currently", earlier versions were 11.6oz (installed) they seem to have removed a lightening cut from the process. I'd also note that in the past the people at Sampson were receptive to you sending in your unit for even more lightening cuts. Older versions of Sampsons with rail covers would weight the same as Troy w/o covers. Here are some other installed weights I have that can be directly compared: Sampson MRFS-MX: 17.3 Troy MRF-MX: 17.5 Sampson MRFS-R: 20.3 Troy MRF-R: 20.5 As new Sampons are only slightly lighter I'd look at two other things (unless you're buying older used Sampsons - or don't mind sending them back for more work) cost & availablitly. Also note the Troy's now come with some rail panels IIRC. |
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