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1/9/2008 5:41:03 PM EDT
Starting a new build (6.8 SPC) and I'd like to know others opinions on what BCG they perfer and why. Quality? Cost?

Thanks

1/11/2008 10:34:59 AM EDT
[#1]
So no one has a preference as to what Bolt Carrier Group they use in their weapons.
1/11/2008 11:20:27 AM EDT
[#2]
I don't have a 6.8mm SPC yet but I'm working on it, I usually prefer Colt M16 bolt carriers because they're properly staked carrier key screws and that's the brand I had the most good experiences with.

Colt are pricey but if I can't get them I would get M16 carriers like LMT, BCM, Denny's GTS super duty,  FN contracted M16 (with Torx bolts ) which are all also properly staked.

As for the bolts itself any major brand just as long as it had been HPT (High Pressure Test) and MPI (Magnetic Particle Inspected) tested.
1/11/2008 11:40:22 AM EDT
[#3]
I'm not aware of ANYONE who makes 6.8SPC bolt tested like you posted.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong about that I only think that's done on SOME 223 bolts.

Most 6.8SPC people just get the bolt from the source they get their barrel from.
1/11/2008 12:50:36 PM EDT
[#4]

Quoted:
I'm not aware of ANYONE who makes 6.8SPC bolt tested like you posted.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong about that I only think that's done on SOME 223 bolts.

Most 6.8SPC people just get the bolt from the source they get their barrel from.


I'm just stating my personal opinion, YMMV.

Some don't require their bolt/ barrel tested and it's not a requirement for the manufacturers here in the US but in some other countries and the military it's mandatory to test the quality of the components.

On my own current 6.8mm build project I'm going to have mine tested, if not by the manufacturer then by my local gunsmith, to each his own.
1/11/2008 1:19:15 PM EDT
[#5]
I'm pretty sure my Noveske came with an MP marked bolt.
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