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2/22/2005 3:01:29 PM EDT
Thinking about getting a 50 this year before some assclown in Congress gets a bill going to regulate them into extinction.  The big question is which one to buy.

My budget will be about $7k so an M82A1 is a contender.  Relatively lightweight, semi-auto, reasonably accurate, makes antis wet their panties - all thumbs up as far as I'm concerned.

Then I start thinking about a semi-auto M2HB.  Probably the biggest, baddest beltfed mofo short of a DD or full-auto M2HB.  Much heavier though, requires some sort of tripod or mount and a small truckload of support equipment and ammo, but makes antis just burst into flames.  

I know its sort of an apples to oranges comparison, but any thoughts or opinions on either?  Anything other 50's I should be considering?
2/22/2005 4:05:45 PM EDT
[#1]
If it was me - I would go with a M2HB.
2/22/2005 4:36:35 PM EDT
[#2]
M2HB= MAJOR cool factor.
2/23/2005 12:18:20 PM EDT
[#3]
I have used M2's in the army, and yes they are good guns but only when you can send 3-5 rounds down range at a time.  A single shot would just suck, plus they weigh 100lbs with tripod.  I think the Barrett is a much better overall option.

Matt
2/23/2005 2:54:51 PM EDT
[#4]
What does a semi auto M2 cost? I have never seen one for sale...
2/23/2005 3:15:46 PM EDT
[#5]
used to be in the 5-6K range, now it's more like 7-8K if you can find one...

even the parts kits are running 3-4K now.
2/23/2005 3:24:03 PM EDT
[#6]
I know that theoretically you should be able to get a Barret for around 7-8 grand, but I sure have never seen one for that little.

At the pistol range I shoot at they have one in their display case they are asking $13K for!

- AG
2/23/2005 3:27:06 PM EDT
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Quoted:
At the pistol range I shoot at they have one in their display case they are asking $13K for!

- AG



They are on Crack. These assholes are price gouging based on the California Ban causing a temporary shortage and on the rumor or another federal ban attempt. Your range people SUCK!
2/23/2005 3:28:01 PM EDT
[#8]
s&w 500
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