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Posted: 1/17/2022 5:11:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: 20 degree range day. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/261626/20220116_104128_jpg-2243877.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/261626/20220116_104110_jpg-2243879.JPG that thing needs an LT-104 and paint ! Click To View Spoiler |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 5:12:19 PM EDT
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Other than "C AF" and Armalite, have any other forge codes been seen on a late Mod 0?
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Posted: 1/17/2022 6:19:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheShlouf: Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: 20 degree range day. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/261626/20220116_104128_jpg-2243877.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/261626/20220116_104110_jpg-2243879.JPG that thing needs an LT-104 and paint ! Click To View Spoiler Thats what I started it off of but I'll never run an lt-104. I'd like to move to an atacr some day. |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 6:26:33 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/17/2022 7:12:17 PM EDT
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So, I’m trying to decide here, I have a original deployment case and the Crane sticker is or has seen far better days. I’m wondering should I leave it as is or replace it with the reproduction I have combing?
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Posted: 1/17/2022 7:13:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mstennes: So, I'm trying to decide here, I have a original deployment case and the Crane sticker is or has seen far better days. I'm wondering should I leave it as is or replace it with the reproduction I have combing? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/85971/8A3A71F7-D8EC-465F-A179-BA3143F20FC7-2244066.jpg |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 7:22:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Theodoric: Leave it as is. That's history right there. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Theodoric: Originally Posted By mstennes: So, I'm trying to decide here, I have a original deployment case and the Crane sticker is or has seen far better days. I'm wondering should I leave it as is or replace it with the reproduction I have combing? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/85971/8A3A71F7-D8EC-465F-A179-BA3143F20FC7-2244066.jpg 100% This! |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 8:08:22 PM EDT
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A few more, I feel like selling it and focusing all my efforts on the reproduction one I’m dining with Ringers foam,, cleaning rod, bore guide and document's. I have another case I stole the info and then at least I could match the serial numbers and I have the pictures of the original to position and mark correctly.
    
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Posted: 1/17/2022 8:11:43 PM EDT
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@ringer706
Did copies of these stickers get made? 
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Posted: 1/17/2022 8:31:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Theodoric: Other than "C AF" and Armalite, have any other forge codes been seen on a late Mod 0? All I’ve seen on late Mod 0s have been C AF and Diemaco splintered A, although an ArmaLite wouldn’t surprise me given their use with the others. |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 8:41:08 PM EDT
[Last Edit: mstennes]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hunterex: All I’ve seen on late Mod 0s have been C AF and Diemaco splintered A, although an ArmaLite wouldn’t surprise me given their use with the others. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hunterex: Originally Posted By Theodoric: Other than "C AF" and Armalite, have any other forge codes been seen on a late Mod 0? All I’ve seen on late Mod 0s have been C AF and Diemaco splintered A, although an ArmaLite wouldn’t surprise me given their use with the others. I did a Diemaco keyhole on my late MOD0. I screwed up though as after I redid it with the Diemaco I came across a NOS raised C AF that was grey verse the newer black, it was marked M4 and had feed ramps but I wasn’t going to tear it down again so now it’s on a s Block 2 that I am turning into a early Block 2. |
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Posted: 1/17/2022 11:03:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mstennes: I did a Diemaco keyhole on my late MOD0. I screwed up though as after I redid it with the Diemaco I came across a NOS raised C AF that was grey verse the newer black, it was marked M4 and had feed ramps but I wasn't going to tear it down again so now it's on a s Block 2 that I am turning into a early Block 2. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mstennes: Originally Posted By Hunterex: Originally Posted By Theodoric: Other than "C AF" and Armalite, have any other forge codes been seen on a late Mod 0? All I've seen on late Mod 0s have been C AF and Diemaco splintered A, although an ArmaLite wouldn't surprise me given their use with the others. I did a Diemaco keyhole on my late MOD0. I screwed up though as after I redid it with the Diemaco I came across a NOS raised C AF that was grey verse the newer black, it was marked M4 and had feed ramps but I wasn't going to tear it down again so now it's on a s Block 2 that I am turning into a early Block 2. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 12:34:42 AM EDT
[Last Edit: ringer706]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mstennes: @ringer706 Did copies of these stickers get made? https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/85971/132FADD9-0B67-4D69-8015-B652A6840B62-2244169.jpg Negative, so far the only sticker I've made is the same SPR case label that SamsonDogg originally did a while back. I have plans to do the later Mod 0 and Mod 1 case labels when I can get around to it, but I've been up to my eyeballs gluing up foam and filling the rest of the orders I've gotten. And then there's the batch of 5 surplus Mk12 cases I've been working on, and the Mk13 kits. By the way, just shy of 50 cases have been shipped from the pre-order. Dropped off a lot of them today at UPS so check your tracking info in the morning and it should give you an ETA. Just 18 left to assemble and pack and then I'm totally caught up. I'm getting tested in the morning for the big 'rona though so this week may be slow. Either way, should be all caught up within a week or so. There's still about 15-20 cases available if anyone's still on the fence. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 12:46:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CMCctx: @Tactical_Bucket that's a Smith Enterprise Vortex Ops Inc thread protector Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CMCctx: @Tactical_Bucket that's a Smith Enterprise Vortex Ops Inc thread protector That's it thank you! As for the ballisticards Lou from Ballistcard Systems finally got back to me and offered these, here's his email to me: Here’s pics of the two models I have. One is in meters and the other in yds. Price is $23.95 each includes duplicate back-up card plus $2.50 H&S. The $2.50 covers postage for 1 set or multiple sets if you want to order more than 1 model. I also have some cards for 308/175 and 308/168 for Federal, Black Hills and I also have for the Military 308/175 M-118 LR ammo. Thanks, Lou Schwiebert / Ballisticards  Attached File Attached File Attached FileI asked him if there's any way for him to make a branded dead accurate version and I did not get any response. He sent his phone number which I've removed for obvious reasons, Ill see if I can text him and get a response. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 1:28:47 AM EDT
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Hey you made it farther than I did. I tried reaching Lou but spoke with US tactical supply who said that the cards were in the works to be remade.
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Posted: 1/18/2022 8:28:26 AM EDT
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Can I get some help locating an A2 stock sling adapter from specter. I feel like an idiot, either it's there on the site and I am or it's not and I need guidance on how to snag one. Any other options out there worth ashit? I see BFG has a couple.. idk if they look that great though
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Posted: 1/18/2022 8:50:47 AM EDT
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It is no longer at the site, it used to be there in the sling accessories, my recon sling came with it, Recon M16 front swivel model.
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Posted: 1/18/2022 9:06:32 AM EDT
[Last Edit: UndrGrndPrdcts]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ringer706: Negative, so far the only sticker I've made is the same SPR case label that SamsonDogg originally did a while back. I have plans to do the later Mod 0 and Mod 1 case labels when I can get around to it, but I've been up to my eyeballs gluing up foam and filling the rest of the orders I've gotten. And then there's the batch of 5 surplus Mk12 cases I've been working on, and the Mk13 kits. By the way, just shy of 50 cases have been shipped from the pre-order. Dropped off a lot of them today at UPS so check your tracking info in the morning and it should give you an ETA. Just 18 left to assemble and pack and then I'm totally caught up. I'm getting tested in the morning for the big 'rona though so this week may be slow. Either way, should be all caught up within a week or so. There's still about 15-20 cases available if anyone's still on the fence. Are you saying you have deployment cases for sale? I'll admit I haven't regularly followed this thread until now. @ringer706 |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 10:32:07 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Thats what I started it off of but I'll never run an lt-104. I'd like to move to an atacr some day. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 10:33:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83: GOOD. lt-104 was THE WORST unimount ive ever used. id take a burris peper over that pos flexi disaster Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83: Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Thats what I started it off of but I'll never run an lt-104. I'd like to move to an atacr some day. No doubt plus I hate vertically split rings. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 11:27:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tactical_Bucket: Can I get some help locating an A2 stock sling adapter from specter. I feel like an idiot, either it's there on the site and I am or it's not and I need guidance on how to snag one. Any other options out there worth ashit? I see BFG has a couple.. idk if they look that great though What color you after? I have a spare ODG one. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 11:52:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83: GOOD. lt-104 was THE WORST unimount ive ever used. id take a burris peper over that pos flexi disaster Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83: Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Thats what I started it off of but I'll never run an lt-104. I'd like to move to an atacr some day. I must have missed this…any info on why they are so bad? |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 11:53:46 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gatorvet: I must have missed this…any info on why they are so bad? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gatorvet: Originally Posted By HaveBlue83: Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Thats what I started it off of but I'll never run an lt-104. I'd like to move to an atacr some day. I must have missed this…any info on why they are so bad? Generally a thin flimsy design and also vertically split rings can cause problems with optic internals. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 1:59:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Are you saying you have deployment cases for sale? I'll admit I haven't regularly followed this thread until now. @ringer706 I have a actual deployment case I am thinking about throwing on the EE, but I’m not sure of the value of one? Any ideas? I would also give a heads up here first if I decide to sell. I think I’m going to run the new repro I’m working on thanks to Ringer and all his hard work. This way I can serialize to my my MOD0 |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 2:00:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Generally a thin flimsy design and also vertically split rings can cause problems with optic internals. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Originally Posted By Gatorvet: Originally Posted By HaveBlue83: Originally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Thats what I started it off of but I'll never run an lt-104. I'd like to move to an atacr some day. I must have missed this…any info on why they are so bad? Generally a thin flimsy design and also vertically split rings can cause problems with optic internals. Hmmm interesting and good to know. Looks like I have a few more items for the EE 
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Posted: 1/18/2022 2:11:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tactical_Bucket: That's it thank you! As for the ballisticards Lou from Ballistcard Systems finally got back to me and offered these, here's his email to me: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/525856/image1__1__jpeg-2244528.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/525856/image2_jpeg-2244527.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/525856/image0__2__jpeg-2244529.JPG I asked him if there's any way for him to make a branded dead accurate version and I did not get any response. He sent his phone number which I've removed for obvious reasons, Ill see if I can text him and get a response. Does anyone find that the dope on these cards is accurate for their gun? It's way off for me with an 18" Douglas and IMI 77gr Razorcore, can't imagine BH Mk 262 is significantly slower. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 2:25:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BlueDevilBrew: Does anyone find that the dope on these cards is accurate for their gun? It's way off for me with an 18" Douglas and IMI 77gr Razorcore, can't imagine BH Mk 262 is significantly slower. Idk for sure about the 3-600 numbers but it’s about spot on for my 77TMK load. 100-250 and 600-1000 yards confirmed  Attached File |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 2:26:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mstennes: I have a actual deployment case I am thinking about throwing on the EE, but I’m not sure of the value of one? Any ideas? I would also give a heads up here first if I decide to sell. I think I’m going to run the new repro I’m working on thanks to Ringer and all his hard work. This way I can serialize to my my MOD0 I would definitely hang on to it if I was you |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 5:11:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Are you saying you have deployment cases for sale? I'll admit I haven't regularly followed this thread until now. @ringer706 Correct, I was able to find a batch of new/unissued surplus cases made in 2004. I've filled them with a repro 22CF-30 cleaning rod, repro bore guide, NOS TAS-1 sling with the original buttstock adapter, a new (unfortunately couldn't find old style) Uncle Mike's sling swivel, 3x 20rd Surefeed magazines, a surplus/issued Harris BRM-S, surplus/issued KAC grip, a surplus/issued tan Otis cleaning kit (NSN 1005-01-448-8513), mildot master and a hang tag/manual/log book. Only thing missing is the ballistic card (which I haven't been able to source) and of course a rifle.  They're not available yet but will be released next Sunday at 5p CST. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 5:49:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UndrGrndPrdcts: Generally a thin flimsy design and also vertically split rings can cause problems with optic internals. I'm just a lurker on this thread...but yeah...this is the first time I'm hearing anything negative about the LT-104 other than it can scratch your finish off the upper. Interesting. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 7:54:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By minion42: I'm just a lurker on this thread...but yeah...this is the first time I'm hearing anything negative about the LT-104 other than it can scratch your finish off the upper. Interesting. Same boat. I don’t have one but can you explain the flimsy part vs other mounts? Better recommendations? Is the picture w/ the Larue mount a military guy or Larper? |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 9:44:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tactical_Bucket: That's it thank you! As for the ballisticards Lou from Ballistcard Systems finally got back to me and offered these, here's his email to me: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/525856/image1__1__jpeg-2244528.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/525856/image2_jpeg-2244527.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/525856/image0__2__jpeg-2244529.JPG I asked him if there's any way for him to make a branded dead accurate version and I did not get any response. He sent his phone number which I've removed for obvious reasons, Ill see if I can text him and get a response. Can we just call them up or email or how would I go about jumping onto this? |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 10:03:48 PM EDT
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Exciting times
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Posted: 1/18/2022 10:32:55 PM EDT
[Last Edit: teamjawbox]
[#34]
Quote HistoryCool. Is that laser etched instead of rollmarked? Got new contacts today and can't see shit I'm in either way if the price is right. Def gonna take a closer look when I can actually see. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 10:56:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By teamjawbox: Cool. Is that laser etched instead of rollmarked? Got new contacts today and can't see shit I'm in either way if the price is right. Def gonna take a closer look when I can actually see. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By teamjawbox: Cool. Is that laser etched instead of rollmarked? Got new contacts today and can't see shit I'm in either way if the price is right. Def gonna take a closer look when I can actually see. Looks too even and crisp to be roll-marked. Though I suppose it would be a very fresh stamp that's still nice and sharp. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 11:29:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell: Looks too even and crisp to be roll-marked. Though I suppose it would be a very fresh stamp that's still nice and sharp. |
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Posted: 1/18/2022 11:36:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell: Looks too even and crisp to be roll-marked. Though I suppose it would be a very fresh stamp that's still nice and sharp. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SecretSquirell: Originally Posted By teamjawbox: Cool. Is that laser etched instead of rollmarked? Got new contacts today and can't see shit I'm in either way if the price is right. Def gonna take a closer look when I can actually see. Looks too even and crisp to be roll-marked. Though I suppose it would be a very fresh stamp that's still nice and sharp. That was exactly what spurred my question, but wasn't sure if it was just my vision still adjusting to new prescription or what. I recall a thread where I believe Mike from Nodak (now CEO of H&R I think) said something about how the tooling would be too expensive to justify it, so that combined with what I'm seeing makes me think laser etched. As long as they aren't charging a premium price like Intl Mill (Russian Paint), who goes to great lengths to ensure every tiny detail is recreated and you're paying a premium for a crazy high-end reproduction, then I'm sure I'll be a customer. IE., if price for a stripped lower is similar to or in the ballpark price of a Brownells A1 then I'll def be a customer. Pretty cool stuff and will be watching to see what all they come out with. Maybe a H&R single shot . 410? LOL. Was given one of those for my 12th birthday, still have it. |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 1:55:09 AM EDT
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Been lurking this thread for long enough that I thought I should contribute something. Started this project about a year and a half ago but most of it got done in the last two months. Getting close, just need to swap out the short collar...and start looking for all of the more obscure earlier versions of parts to get it as close as possible.
 
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Posted: 1/19/2022 3:57:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EMSintraining: Can we just call them up or email or how would I go about jumping onto this? He's very difficult to get in touch with, I think I'll make sure he knows what we want and then put him in touch with ringer so that he can stock them on his website. So far I got him to respond to one text message where he confirmed he can sell the single column black hills branded ballisticards but when I asked him about also getting the deltamax and appendix d cards he went silent again. I've already got an email drafted to ringer so I'll talk to him in the bg and see what he wants to do. |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 5:46:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tactical_Bucket: He's very difficult to get in touch with, I think I'll make sure he knows what we want and then put him in touch with ringer so that he can stock them on his website. So far I got him to respond to one text message where he confirmed he can sell the single column black hills branded ballisticards but when I asked him about also getting the deltamax and appendix d cards he went silent again. I've already got an email drafted to ringer so I'll talk to him in the bg and see what he wants to do. I love this niche community. |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 8:53:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Tactical_Bucket: He's very difficult to get in touch with, I think I'll make sure he knows what we want and then put him in touch with ringer so that he can stock them on his website. So far I got him to respond to one text message where he confirmed he can sell the single column black hills branded ballisticards but when I asked him about also getting the deltamax and appendix d cards he went silent again. I've already got an email drafted to ringer so I'll talk to him in the bg and see what he wants to do. Sounds perfect. I’ll be standing by |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 10:56:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Theodoric: I asked that question in the thread about the Nodak acquisition in the Retro forum and was told that they weren't going to rollmark because it was so expensive, at least at this point. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Theodoric: Originally Posted By SecretSquirell: Looks too even and crisp to be roll-marked. Though I suppose it would be a very fresh stamp that's still nice and sharp. Your question must have been the one I saw in that thread. I remember seeing that. Thanks! |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 10:58:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Svensson: Been lurking this thread for long enough that I thought I should contribute something. Started this project about a year and a half ago but most of it got done in the last two months. Getting close, just need to swap out the short collar...and start looking for all of the more obscure earlier versions of parts to get it as close as possible. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51829674539_9ed3c03a32_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51829333956_68f82a30dd_b.jpg Hell yea. Looks great. |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 8:34:30 PM EDT
[#44]
Thanks for putting these together Ringer. I was happy to find that the big NF fit in there. I have an x24 in the safe but haven't been able to give up the x50.
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Posted: 1/19/2022 8:55:47 PM EDT
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Looks great, I picked up mines and I love it, have the same set up but with the 3.5-10x40 m3 and Kac mount and fit is perfect, Thanks Ringer finally someone got it right.
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Posted: 1/19/2022 9:08:44 PM EDT
[Last Edit: mstennes]
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DBrock07: Thanks for putting these together Ringer. I was happy to find that the big NF fit in there. I have an x24 in the safe but haven't been able to give up the x50. https://i.imgur.com/NfwyBmq.jpg Looks awesome!! I received my foam today, and I will tell you, I have a original deployment case and Ringers exceptional quality and attention to detail has made my decision to sell it very easy! His foam compared to the original is spot on and is impossible to see the difference, the feel test is your only way. I am beyond impressed and pleased how exceptional these are! The manual, the case sticker and round count booklet look exactly like the originals. I feel like it’s 2004 again. Now for the complaint and it’s not at Ringer, my case is locked in a storage unit here next to my shop and when I went to open it I don’t have the key, now I have to wait until tomorrow to cut the off to gain access. That’s on me though. Did I mention how excellent everything Ringer did? The bore guide, the cleaning rod, the foam, the booklets, the sticker? It’s all amazing and the quality is beyond superb! I am glad I have the original right now so I can duplicate the hand written markings and placement of the case sticker. Thanks again! |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 9:58:45 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DBrock07: Thanks for putting these together Ringer. I was happy to find that the big NF fit in there. I have an x24 in the safe but haven't been able to give up the x50. Thanks for the kind words, glad it seems to be working out for everyone! This was a big project, definitely harder to finish than I thought it would've been at first. I'm happy with the end result though, so I'm glad y'all are too. To anyone else who's pre-ordered a set of foam and hasn't received tracking info... I expect to have the last batch of cases ship out early next week, and then for anyone who's missed the boat so far, there's a dozen or so sets left if you want to get one. |
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Posted: 1/19/2022 10:04:20 PM EDT
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Also, I'll try to post pics/instructions of this soon, but I did some experimenting with the new production Uncle Mike's sling swivels, the MIM ones that are silvery looking, not the darker gray like the earlier ones. If anyone wants to darken the color up any, they seemed to take pretty well to cold bluing so if you have a set and you want to give it the old school look, it might be worth a try. The results can be a little splotchy and you have to make sure to follow the directions on the birchwood casey bottle to the T, but depending on preference, it's something to consider. I was thinking about doing it to the sling swivels I'm putting in the surplus cases but I figure for that I'd let the end user decide.
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Posted: 1/19/2022 11:12:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gatorvet: Same boat. I don’t have one but can you explain the flimsy part vs other mounts? Better recommendations? Is the picture w/ the Larue mount a military guy or Larper? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gatorvet: Originally Posted By minion42: I'm just a lurker on this thread...but yeah...this is the first time I'm hearing anything negative about the LT-104 other than it can scratch your finish off the upper. Interesting. Same boat. I don’t have one but can you explain the flimsy part vs other mounts? Better recommendations? Is the picture w/ the Larue mount a military guy or Larper? ... That's one of the co-founders of KRG, definitely not a "larper". His deployment photos have been posted in here plenty of times before. I have seen hi-speed video of an LT-104 before, and there's a lot of flexing going on in there. But at the time, it was one of the best options available for getting good eye relief on a flat-top AR upper. I haven't noticed some of the issues I've seen claimed in here with the mounts, nor the Recce rail, but everyone's going to do what they are convinced is right based on their own observations. Meanwhile others are still shooting issued glass in beat up old ARMS rings, on the early SPR guns where the whole setup is basically held in place by the SPR sleeve, and haven't experienced these issues out at 800+. At the end of the day it's supposed to be a clone thread. |
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Posted: 1/20/2022 8:05:10 AM EDT
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My foam gets delivered today, but won't be able to get it till Saturday. The anticipation is getting to me with people starting to post their cases.
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