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Posted: 1/7/2018 12:50:15 PM EDT
[#1]
Yes they are and they are great helmets. Decisions decisions
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Posted: 1/7/2018 12:51:30 PM EDT
[#2]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MrPlayer:
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/102939/DBB69565-994A-4419-AB63-234E766F587B-404753.JPG PS You need the Steiner thermal attachment for those. |
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Posted: 1/7/2018 8:28:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CTM1: When can we expect a review. PS You need the Steiner thermal attachment for those. Right now, I think they are cool. I like the low profile of them and don’t find them to be too heavy. I agree I need the thermal overlay. Feel free to send me one to round out my Fusion collection. I may try out something DIY when I have time. Right now I’m happy with the two custom mounts that got made for my new MK3,60 and the T-50. |
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Posted: 1/10/2018 10:10:07 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Couch-Commando]
[#4]
I just spent way too much money on new image intensifier tubes to justify buying a new helmet.
 I've decided to keep going with my chopped helmet and try out the helmet mounted hearing protection.
Do all Peltor ear muffs fit the arc rail adapters? I'm looking specifically at the Peltor Sport Tactical 100. |
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Posted: 1/10/2018 3:24:25 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 4DoorEKk]
[#5]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Couch-Commando:
I just spent way too much money on new image intensifier tubes to justify buying a new helmet. I've decided to keep going with my chopped helmet and try out the helmet mounted hearing protection.
Do all Peltor ear muffs fit the arc rail adapters? I'm looking specifically at the Peltor Sport Tactical 100. |
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Posted: 1/11/2018 9:29:10 AM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Couch-Commando:
I just spent way too much money on new image intensifier tubes to justify buying a new helmet. I've decided to keep going with my chopped helmet and try out the helmet mounted hearing protection.
Do all Peltor ear muffs fit the arc rail adapters? I'm looking specifically at the Peltor Sport Tactical 100. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 1/13/2018 8:47:32 PM EDT
[#7]
ops core fast bump
EOG counterweight rhino 2 with dovetail adapter asgard defense bridge with dual mum 14a's (Omni IV tubes) SF 6p with solarforce IR drop in for illumination Rifle is a 14.5" S&W M&P OTAL C IR YHM Ti Phantom QD 556 Some days I wish I had a 10.5" upper, but this really does quite well for my needs and budget. 
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IN, USA
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Posted: 1/14/2018 9:41:32 PM EDT
[#8]
Too obnoxious?
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OH, USA
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Posted: 1/14/2018 11:12:50 PM EDT
[#9]
Trying to decide which way to go. I want to up grade the retention and liner systems of my ballistic work lid. The shell is Ops Core and I was thinking TW boa epic air or Ops Core liner w/worm dial. We don't run nods so weight isn't a big concern but I do have comms mounted to my rails. Any first hand exp between the he two would be appreciated.
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MO, USA
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Posted: 1/15/2018 9:28:52 AM EDT
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I found the 4G pads very comfortable on top and back but I had to use the original forehead pad because my head is too big front to back and it was hard to get on. Thinking about trying the worm dial upgrade if for no lther reason than to cannibalize the forefhead pads to fit my setup. I would love to hear other users input.
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Posted: 1/16/2018 7:06:34 PM EDT
[#11]
I've been playing with upgrades. I decided to see if the Peltor Tactical Sport 100 would fit arc rail adapters. The posts are a little smaller than on the ear pro they were designed for, but they do seem to fit okay. They rattle a little bit on the posts, but when worn it doesn't make a difference.
I also added an ubertactical counterweight to the back, consisting of 54 caliber musket balls, a zip lock bag and some zip ties, along with a red LED for when I'm at the shooting range at night and don't want to get shot.
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Posted: 1/16/2018 10:46:19 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/17/2018 12:59:32 PM EDT
[#13]
Swapped the Sordins for the Peltor Comtac III dual comms.
Got another set of Comtac III dual comms to put on the back up setup. Just need a PVS-14 and a TNVC Mohawk. 
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Posted: 1/17/2018 7:44:21 PM EDT
[Last Edit: night9]
[#14]
problems with pic.
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KY, USA
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Posted: 1/18/2018 11:08:21 AM EDT
[#15]
I have used the Crye Nightcap since getting into NV stuff and loved it, but on black friday I went ahead and picked up a bump helmet (TW Exfil, I know fuck them but their product is superior and it was on a great deal).
The one thing that really makes me love the nightcap even more is that I don't need a counterweight using a PVS-14, but on the helmet it seems like I do. I really don't want to have to use one, but it seems if I want to run the helmet I have little choice. What should I go with? |
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Posted: 1/18/2018 11:51:14 AM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By westernhaikus1:
I have used the Crye Nightcap since getting into NV stuff and loved it, but on black friday I went ahead and picked up a bump helmet (TW Exfil, I know fuck them but their product is superior and it was on a great deal). The one thing that really makes me love the nightcap even more is that I don't need a counterweight using a PVS-14, but on the helmet it seems like I do. I really don't want to have to use one, but it seems if I want to run the helmet I have little choice. What should I go with? |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 1/18/2018 1:59:31 PM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lilMAC25:
TNVC Mohawk. Any good home brew ideas for counterbalancing? Would definitely consider this route. |
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Posted: 1/18/2018 2:05:17 PM EDT
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By westernhaikus1: This is on the short list even though it seems kind of crazy to spend $70 on a counterbalance when I have a $100 nightcap that doesn't need one at all (but I digress). Any good home brew ideas for counterbalancing? Would definitely consider this route.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 1/18/2018 2:05:43 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TCBA_Joe]
[#19]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By westernhaikus1: This is on the short list even though it seems kind of crazy to spend $70 on a counterbalance when I have a $100 nightcap that doesn't need one at all (but I digress). Any good home brew ideas for counterbalancing? Would definitely consider this route. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 1/18/2018 4:18:24 PM EDT
[#20]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By westernhaikus1:
I really don't want to have to use one, but it seems if I want to run the helmet I have little choice. What should I go with? |
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Posted: 1/19/2018 11:43:43 AM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Couch-Commando:
I've been playing with upgrades. I decided to see if the Peltor Tactical Sport 100 would fit arc rail adapters. The posts are a little smaller than on the ear pro they were designed for, but they do seem to fit okay. They rattle a little bit on the posts, but when worn it doesn't make a difference. I also added an ubertactical counterweight to the back, consisting of 54 caliber musket balls, a zip lock bag and some zip ties, along with a red LED for when I'm at the shooting range at night and don't want to get shot.
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/74831/20180116_173730-422544.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/74831/20180116_173708-422543.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/74831/20180116_173643-422542.JPG |
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Posted: 1/19/2018 11:10:31 PM EDT
[#22]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TCBA_Joe:
A Mohawk is the current hotness but there are less expensive stripped down options. I like the Opscore counterweight for $47 but EOGs an run under $30. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TCBA_Joe:
Originally Posted By westernhaikus1: This is on the short list even though it seems kind of crazy to spend $70 on a counterbalance when I have a $100 nightcap that doesn't need one at all (but I digress). Any good home brew ideas for counterbalancing? Would definitely consider this route. |
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Posted: 1/20/2018 1:06:09 AM EDT
[#23]
The Mohawk really is the way to go. It isn't just a counterweight.
Here is mine... Velcro at the bottom organizes the comms cables when not in use. Holds batteries in the pouch. Holds a chem light. And hold a strobe. 
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Posted: 1/20/2018 9:36:59 AM EDT
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sbye:
The Mohawk really is the way to go. It isn't just a counterweight. Here is mine... Velcro at the bottom organizes the comms cables when not in use. Holds batteries in the pouch. Holds a chem light. And hold a strobe. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/260726/20180119_223756-425934.jpg |
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Posted: 1/20/2018 11:43:57 AM EDT
[Last Edit: sbye]
[#25]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DallasLooterShooter: How heavy is the counterweight that is built in to the Mowhawk? |
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Posted: 1/21/2018 10:14:06 AM EDT
[Last Edit: 4DoorEKk]
[#26]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DallasLooterShooter: How heavy is the counterweight that is built in to the Mowhawk? https://tnvc.com/shop/tnvc-mohawk-mk1-counterweight/ |
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Posted: 1/21/2018 11:27:39 AM EDT
[Last Edit: night9]
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CO, USA
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Posted: 1/21/2018 3:07:53 PM EDT
[#28]
^^^
Nice setups there! What goggles do you like more and why? What tubes specs are in 21's? |
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USA
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Posted: 1/21/2018 9:04:55 PM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryM
Seems like the mount and the thing directly under it sorta negate the advantage of the 21. Or at least make it stick out farther than I’d expect. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 1/21/2018 9:41:10 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By westernhaikus1: This is on the short list even though it seems kind of crazy to spend $70 on a counterbalance when I have a $100 nightcap that doesn't need one at all (but I digress). Any good home brew ideas for counterbalancing? Would definitely consider this route. |
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Posted: 1/22/2018 12:56:04 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FullAutoHound:
M Seems like the mount and the thing directly under it sorta negate the advantage of the 21. Or at least make it stick out farther than I’d expect. |
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USA
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Posted: 1/22/2018 2:05:24 AM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MrPlayer: Having recently gotten 21s they are petty cool. A dedicated 21 mount is helpful but not mandatory I’m just curious |
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Posted: 1/22/2018 7:02:10 AM EDT
[Last Edit: night9]
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FullAutoHound: Does it really stick out that far or does the picture just exaggerate it? I’m just curious https://tnvc.com/shop/wilcox-stowage-mount-for-anpvs-21/ 
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Posted: 1/22/2018 7:28:52 AM EDT
[#34]
I always thought those 21s were super slick. From what I understand they work like a heads up display so you have a see through ability for changing lighting conditions instead of having to look underneath your goggles? pretty ninja.
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Posted: 1/23/2018 7:18:50 AM EDT
[Last Edit: 4DoorEKk]
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sbye:
Swapped the Sordins for the Peltor Comtac III dual comms. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/260726/20180114_172313-423283.jpg Got another set of Comtac III dual comms to put on the back up setup. Just need a PVS-14 and a TNVC Mohawk. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/260726/20180114_203530-423286.jpg Edit: just noticed the bungees. TW I’m assuming. |
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USA
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Posted: 1/23/2018 9:03:09 AM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By night9:
Pic just makes it look worse. I’m also running a Wilcox L4 G21 mount which is different than the standard fix mount. This one lets you stow them. https://tnvc.com/shop/wilcox-stowage-mount-for-anpvs-21/ https://tnvc.com/wp-content/shopp_images/cache_320_320_0_100_80_16777215_Fixed_Mount_1-1.jpg https://tnvc.com/wp-content/shopp_images/cache_320_320_0_100_80_16777215_Stowage_Mount_afr1.jpg |
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Posted: 1/23/2018 9:54:16 AM EDT
[Last Edit: sbye]
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 4DoorEKk:
Who makes that MC cover? Edit: just noticed the bungees. TW I’m assuming. I hate to say it but the TW bump is still way more comfortable than my Ops Core Carbon. I was planning to get the 4D pads, but after coyote hunting with a friend of mine the other weekend his 4D pads were turning to rocks in the cold weather. Has anyone else had this issue? It was probably 15 degrees out and the pads were pretty hard. |
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Posted: 1/23/2018 3:17:22 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By carmodyh:
I always thought those 21s were super slick. From what I understand they work like a heads up display so you have a see through ability for changing lighting conditions instead of having to look underneath your goggles? pretty ninja. |
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Posted: 1/23/2018 8:01:30 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 4DoorEKk:
Is that a revision helmet? |
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USA
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Posted: 1/23/2018 11:44:39 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sbye:
Yep. It's a TW helmet & cover. I hate to say it but the TW bump is still way more comfortable than my Ops Core Carbon. I was planning to get the 4D pads, but after coyote hunting with a friend of mine the other weekend his 4D pads were turning to rocks in the cold weather. Has anyone else had this issue? It was probably 15 degrees out and the pads were pretty hard. |
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Posted: 1/24/2018 12:00:17 AM EDT
[Last Edit: sbye]
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FullAutoHound: Really? Even after wearing it for a little while? I tried his helmet on when the pads were hard. I will say it wasn't super uncomfortable, but comparable to my Ops Core. I still want to get them, but if they harden in the cold I'm starting to think they may not be worth the price point. Have you ever felt how memory foam hardens in the cold? That's kind of how these pads felt... |
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USA
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Posted: 1/24/2018 4:22:37 PM EDT
[#42]
Got a smoking deal on bnvds I couldn't pass up. Time to sell the 14s I guess. Crazy how much lighter they are than a dual 14 setup
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Posted: 1/29/2018 10:49:23 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Bourbon]
[#43]
Picked up a Crye NightCap. Pretty sweet little piece of kit, but definitely need to put a battery pouch full of batteries or something on the rear..
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Posted: 1/29/2018 11:04:59 AM EDT
[Last Edit: murtis]
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By awptickes: Yes, exactly like that. You don't lose any high-light definition because it's a NV HUD. |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 1/29/2018 3:09:18 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503:
Picked up a Crye NightCap. Pretty sweet little piece of kit, but definitely need to put a battery pouch full of batteries or something on the rear.. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/165125/97D5E21D-1E69-4FA2-9144-D699816D314B-434845.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/165125/704304F7-D1C8-4F9C-8381-4CA4CD856DE4-434847.JPG I crank mine down tight on my face and head, but it isn't uncomfortable at all. I can't really talk very well because the chin strap constricts my mouth quite a bit. But I definitely have never felt I needed a counterweight with my Night Cap. |
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Posted: 1/29/2018 5:46:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By westernhaikus1: Really? I never felt that was necessary at all with a single 14. Are you sure you're getting it adjusted right? I crank mine down tight on my face and head, but it isn't uncomfortable at all. I can't really talk very well because the chin strap constricts my mouth quite a bit. But I definitely have never felt I needed a counterweight with my Night Cap.
Goal is for this to stay low profile so I can pack it easy, so I am going to try w/o a counterweight for a couple of nights/hours per night and see how I feel. I think it will be fine for wearing a little while at a time. |
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Posted: 1/29/2018 5:56:17 PM EDT
[Last Edit: carmodyh]
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503: I followed the directions to adjust it. It's cranked down tight. It isn't uncomfortable, but I definitely know there is a weight hanging off my face and nothing to counterbalance it..
Goal is for this to stay low profile so I can pack it easy, so I am going to try w/o a counterweight for a couple of nights/hours per night and see how I feel. I think it will be fine for wearing a little while at a time. |
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Posted: 1/29/2018 6:05:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503: I followed the directions to adjust it. It's cranked down tight. It isn't uncomfortable, but I definitely know there is a weight hanging off my face and nothing to counterbalance it..
Goal is for this to stay low profile so I can pack it easy, so I am going to try w/o a counterweight for a couple of nights/hours per night and see how I feel. I think it will be fine for wearing a little while at a time. That said a Mum-14 & Rhino II + plastic J-arm is lower weight for sure, but like I have said here previously it's almost unnoticeable, cannot imagine PVS-14 being that much worse. I don't remember the numbers, but each of the items, G24, Wilcox arm and the PVS-14 weigh more. I have tried to run the Mum with a TATM short arm dovetail and it was horrible as the weight distribution of that mount is so much more forward. Never bolted the G24 on the Nightcap as it stays on the bump, but it is nowhere near as oddly balanced as TATM. |
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Posted: 1/29/2018 6:46:11 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 4DoorEKk]
[#49]
Ditched the rhino mount for a Wilcox G11... I’ll give it a try tonight out at OP Backyard..
Update: I notice because of the force to overcome method of stowing the goggle it tends to rotate the tilt adjustment so when u flip the goggle back down you have to readjust the tilt and sometimes it will hit my eye but even with that I still think it’s a ton of improvement over the rhino mount and with the adjustment to lock down the horn it’s super tight. The whole mount is tight enough to where I feel I don’t need to use the bungees. I’m happy with it. All is quiet at OP Backyard.. 
Second update: I thought the G11 wasn’t supposed to have the auto shutoff feature with a PVS-14 but mine shuts off when I stow it. Everything about this mount is 10x better than the gen 1 rhino mount. The rhino I would have to reach up and just move the goggle a nudge back into place every so often this one I can shake my head around and try to throw it off and it’s still where I set it nearly every time. |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 2/2/2018 8:09:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FullAutoHound: Five grand. Roughly. Looks a little different now. Not much. https://i.imgur.com/2XxUQeg.jpg 
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