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Posted: 6/16/2009 7:20:55 AM EDT

Midlength I have coming: http://www.rainierarms.com/?page=shop/detail&product_id=124?

I ordered a LMT BCG for the upper and expect to have the rifle complete within a couple of weeks.

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:27:51 AM EDT

[#1]

LMT is good to go...

imo

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:28:11 AM EDT

[#2]

Yes it is, while you pay roughly a $40+ premium for the pointless LEO marking, it is a great match. OR you could pre order a BCM lower from Denny's

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:29:38 AM EDT

[#3]

LMT lower is GTG

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:36:47 AM EDT

[#4]

The LMT lowers are a great match but I would go for the new BCM lowers from Denny's....

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:50:00 AM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
The LMT lowers are a great match but I would go for the new BCM lowers from Denny's....

Oh you mean like you and I did?

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:52:08 AM EDT

[#6]

I found a ffl nearby and pre-ordered the BCM lower from Dennys. The FFL is a pawnshop, which I know nothing about. I'm a bit nervous with this process; I have always bought firearms I could put my hands on and walk out with. I'm also a bit concerned about receiving the lower on time. The site states "first batch limited to 60". It seems to me they've probably already received more than 60 orders. hopefully I won't be back ordered for an indefinite period of time.

Posted: 6/16/2009 7:57:36 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:
I found a ffl nearby and pre-ordered the BCM lower from Dennys. The FFL is a pawnshop, which I know nothing about. I'm a bit nervous with this process; I have always bought firearms I could put my hands on and walk out with. I'm also a bit concerned about receiving the lower on time. The site states "first batch limited to 60". It seems to me they've probably already received more than 60 orders. hopefully I won't be back ordered for an indefinite period of time.

No, since credit cards are charged at time of order the website keeps track to avoid over selling.

Posted: 6/16/2009 8:18:52 AM EDT

[#8]

Quoted:
LMT lower is GTG
http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n443/thorm001/Guns/IMG_0002-1.jpg

When I'm done with the rifle, it will look a lot like yours. I've got a magpul moe stock and miad grip in foliage green on the way, as well as the Larue BUIS you have pictured. What sling is that you're using?

Posted: 6/16/2009 8:32:32 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:

Quoted:
The LMT lowers are a great match but I would go for the new BCM lowers from Denny's....

Oh you mean like you and I did?

me too

Posted: 6/16/2009 8:40:16 AM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:

Quoted:
LMT lower is GTG
http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n443/thorm001/Guns/IMG_0002-1.jpg

When I'm done with the rifle, it will look a lot like yours. I've got a magpul moe stock and miad grip in foliage green on the way, as well as the Larue BUIS you have pictured. What sling is that you're using?

It is a padded Vickers 2 point sling.

Posted: 6/16/2009 8:54:23 AM EDT

[#11]

Buy that lower!

Posted: 6/16/2009 8:58:15 AM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:

Quoted:
LMT lower is GTG
http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n443/thorm001/Guns/IMG_0002-1.jpg

When I'm done with the rifle, it will look a lot like yours. I've got a magpul moe stock and miad grip in foliage green on the way, as well as the Larue BUIS you have pictured. What sling is that you're using?

It is a padded Vickers 2 point sling.

Hmmmm, I ordered a Midwest industries MCTAR-18 Mid-Length Two Piece Forearm, which doesn't come with qd swivel mounts. Guess I'll have to get a rail mount qd sling swivel. Man, this never ends..

Posted: 6/16/2009 9:29:52 AM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:

Quoted:
LMT lower is GTG
http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n443/thorm001/Guns/IMG_0002-1.jpg

When I'm done with the rifle, it will look a lot like yours. I've got a magpul moe stock and miad grip in foliage green on the way, as well as the Larue BUIS you have pictured. What sling is that you're using?

It is a padded Vickers 2 point sling.

Hmmmm, I ordered a Midwest industries MCTAR-18 Mid-Length Two Piece Forearm, which doesn't come with qd swivel mounts. Guess I'll have to get a rail mount qd sling swivel. Man, this never ends..

I'm not trying to be a dick, but unless you have monster hands you are going to hate the MI two-piece rails. Huge, bulky and heavy are how I would describe them. I couldn't stand them, especially with any rail protectors on.

Posted: 6/16/2009 10:10:36 AM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:

Quoted:
LMT lower is GTG
http://i339.photobucket.com/albums/n443/thorm001/Guns/IMG_0002-1.jpg

When I'm done with the rifle, it will look a lot like yours. I've got a magpul moe stock and miad grip in foliage green on the way, as well as the Larue BUIS you have pictured. What sling is that you're using?

It is a padded Vickers 2 point sling.

Hmmmm, I ordered a Midwest industries MCTAR-18 Mid-Length Two Piece Forearm, which doesn't come with qd swivel mounts. Guess I'll have to get a rail mount qd sling swivel. Man, this never ends..

I'm not trying to be a dick, but unless you have monster hands you are going to hate the MI two-piece rails. Huge, bulky and heavy are how I would describe them. I couldn't stand them, especially with any rail protectors on.

Thanks for the info, I didn't picture them being huge and bulky. My hands tend to favor larger grips etc. An HK USP 45 fits well in my hand and with the MIAD I used the large back strap. If I end up disliking the handguard, I'll send them back to Rainier. This is my first time ordering from Rainier, but I hear they have great customer service and hopefully will accept the return.

I wanted the magpul handguards, but they don't make then for midlengths. I don't care for the original type handguards. Hopefully the MI handguards aren't larger than the original types. As this is going to be a true "KISS" weapon, I want handguards that are easy to remove (snap in and out). What other options do I have?