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Posted: 9/15/2015 12:40:05 PM EDT
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Last week I executed a caliber/platform reduction buy/sell/trade plan I'd hatched several months ago. Went almost according to plan but in an LGS frenzy of store credit euphoria I snagged an Armalite AR10a thus adding a new caliber/platform. In a fit of buyers remorse I listed it for trade, but now want more information before a I let her go.
ball ammo and fixed, bolt on iron sights (gas block is not on the same plane as the receiver rail): where to buy? Who's your favorite vendor? Even with my hunting bolt rifles I rarely shoot past 300-350 yards so I'm contemplating what possible uses I'd have for this unit. I tend to like light and handy carbines as I spend a lot of time in the woods of western Oregon hiking, camping etc. Do you guys feel your 308 would be your go-to for every arfcommer's wet dream: zombie apocalypse or is it more of a 2nd in that regard, but otherwise worth owning and investing trigger time on? How much weight can I save by going to a free float handguard? Something like the MI 15 rail? If I kept it, I'm inclined to go with a T1 and irons...but, the idea of a 1-6 variable has some appeal. Your thoughts? My google-fu is worn out and I'm still unsure of the appropriate course of action. Historically, in these instances, I default to "do nothing, wait and see." I need inspiration! |
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Outside a few scenarios, a .308 ar offers nothing that a 5.56 ar doesn't offer, for a cheaper price, more accessories, less recoil, and lighter weight.
If you already have a decent full power rifle, i would sell the ar, especially if you are wanting to consolidate calibers, and don't already stock .308 |
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Quoted: Outside a few scenarios, a .308 ar offers nothing that a 5.56 ar doesn't offer, for a cheaper price, more accessories, less recoil, and lighter weight. If you already have a decent full power rifle, i would sell the ar, especially if you are wanting to consolidate calibers, and don't already stock .308 +1 |
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You got a great rifle, but 6.5 Grendel made .308 obsolete for me personally.
If you've always wanted an AR10, love .308 and want the hunting or heavy metal capability, keep it and add the MI handguard, variable power optic, etc. You have one of the few factory rifles out there that has a reputation for reliability in the 7.62 NATO/.308 AR10 world. 
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I say keep it. If you have AR15s, it's a great addition to the stable for the same muscle memory, but with more stopping power.
Personally, my 308 is my goto for everything. Above is right, 556 is lighter, cheaper, etc etc. But i appreciate the 308. It does everything i need it, plus more. It's a true multi tool to me. You won't save any weight from how it comes equipped from the factory. Unless you start fluting the barrel and what not. Maybe an ounce or 2 going to a super light free float. However, i think got should keep it. If you don't have a heavy hitting semi auto already, definitely keep it. Fixed irons can be had from armalite, MI, GGG, diamond head, and others. If you go free float, you have more options with same plane. The armalite barrel nut is different from lr308 platforms. This limits your choice of handguards, but limits them to pretty much only high quality stuff. If you like carbines, i think an ACOG would be best. But a 1-6x would be the best all around. Find something with a true 1x and can aim both eyes open. I personally love iron sights, every gun should have them in my opinion. It's a great platform. Only thing you'll need is a spare bolt and bolt parts, and you'll be good for thousands upon thousands of round. |
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