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Posted: 3/5/2016 8:25:36 PM EDT

I started this labor of love a long time ago, and finally have it to a point where I can share it. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. I have a range trip planned soon, I'll report back with how it shoots.

Thanks for a piece of your time,
PIKE

Upper:
Rainier Billet Upper Receiver (Matched Set)
Rainier 10.5" Match Grade Barrel w/ 5R rifling
Rainier Match Phosphate BCG
AAC 51T Brake
AAC M42K
Geissele 9.5" MK4
Geissele Super Gas Block
Raptor Charging Handle
MFT low pro light
Strike MLOK Covers

Lower:
Rainier Billet Lower Receiver (Matched Set)
Geissele SD-C Trigger
BAD ASS 45 degree Selector
BAD Take Down Pins
Seekins Bolt Catch
Seekins Magazine release
Norgon Ambi Mag Release
Magpul MOE + Grip
Magpul UBR Stock

Optic / Mount / BUIS
Magpul PRO BUIS
ADM Recon X 30MM Mount
Vortex PST 1-4

Only thing I've still got planned is an Arisaka offset MLOK mount and one of their 300 series lights. I hope if did not forget anything, if I did I'll update my OP. Once again, thanks for stopping in guys.

Posted: 3/5/2016 8:31:33 PM EDT

[#1]

That looks great. You did a fine job.
Congrats and enjoy.

Posted: 3/5/2016 8:55:21 PM EDT

[#2]

Well you did it right OP that is beautiful. I'll be looking for a full range report. Congrats.

Posted: 3/5/2016 8:57:14 PM EDT

[#3]

Good looking build.
Report back after shooting, but Im sure its 100%

Posted: 3/5/2016 9:31:47 PM EDT

[#4]

Nice build

Posted: 3/5/2016 9:35:57 PM EDT

[#5]

Real nice build OP!

Posted: 3/5/2016 10:51:22 PM EDT

[#6]

Did you have to modify the giessele rail to fit that rainier upper?

Posted: 3/6/2016 2:21:32 AM EDT

[#7]

Looks like you went all out, good looking rifle you got there OP.

Posted: 3/6/2016 9:37:07 AM EDT

[#8]

Damn, man. That turned out great! Need more pics with and without can.

Posted: 3/6/2016 10:25:23 AM EDT

[#9]

Thanks for all the kind words guys, not sure if the 1-4 is staying on it yet. I originally bought an MRO for this rifle, but once I got it all out together I changed my mind. A few different trips to the range will be the deciding factor I guess.

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Not at all, everything matched up perfect.

Posted: 3/6/2016 10:43:26 AM EDT

[#10]

Really nice looking gun OP, love the choices you made for it.

Posted: 3/6/2016 12:13:33 PM EDT

[#11]

Very nice.

Posted: 3/6/2016 2:08:58 PM EDT

[#12]

What's not to like?

Posted: 3/6/2016 10:53:09 PM EDT

[#13]

Perfect

Posted: 3/6/2016 11:37:20 PM EDT

[#14]

That mount looks good. I was wanting a Bobro mount for one of the guns we use as a store demo but it is out of stock. I really enjoy shooting irons so quick release is a must. May have to get something else and that one looks nice. Does it mark-up the upper receiver when you take it on and off?

Posted: 3/6/2016 11:41:11 PM EDT

[#15]

I didn't see the cartridge in the list. Is it safe to assume it is a 5.56?

I see you are planning on a new light. I know the MFT is simply a navigational light but do you find it useful?

Posted: 3/7/2016 9:12:08 AM EDT

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That mount looks good. I was wanting a Bobro mount for one of the guns we use as a store demo but it is out of stock. I really enjoy shooting irons so quick release is a must. May have to get something else and that one looks nice. Does it mark-up the upper receiver when you take it on and off?

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Not really. As long as you have it adjusted properly it should not chew up your finish.

Posted: 3/7/2016 9:15:32 AM EDT

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I didn't see the cartridge in the list. Is it safe to assume it is a 5.56?

I see you are planning on a new light. I know the MFT is simply a navigational light but do you find it useful?

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These MFT lights are in my opinion worth their weight in gold. Anyone that has a high lumen light knows that high out put is a blessing and a curse at the same time. The MFT allows you to read , square away gear, and navigate with no problem. And with the solid white light it could operate as a steady burn back up lamp of you really needed it to. With how much room it takes up on a rail, I doubt I'll ever build another gun that doesn't have one on it.

Posted: 3/7/2016 9:25:31 AM EDT

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That mount looks good. I was wanting a Bobro mount for one of the guns we use as a store demo but it is out of stock. I really enjoy shooting irons so quick release is a must. May have to get something else and that one looks nice. Does it mark-up the upper receiver when you take it on and off?

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I won't be using any more Bobro mounts. They might be fine for red dots and light weight optics, but I've had two in a row with issues now.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_16_5/3509_I_m_done_with_Bobro_mounts___Updated__2_in_OP_.html

Posted: 3/7/2016 9:26:16 AM EDT

[#19]

Nice stick OP, what buffer and spring?

Posted: 3/17/2016 10:33:28 PM EDT

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I'm using a standard carbine spring and H buffer.

Posted: 3/17/2016 10:40:15 PM EDT

[#21]

Took it to the range today. Shoots great, but it ejects brass to the next state and gases me pretty bad. I'm thinking an SLR adjustable is about to be ordered.

I zero'ed at 50 yards. Planning on a 50/200 set up. Going to stretch it out soon. But for now, I just wanted to get the irons, 1-4, and MRO all zero'ed. This is 10 shots with the Vortex 1-4 to get a feel for the gun.

This picture is a quick 4 shot group with the MRO. I much prefer the 1-4 over the MRO, but the MRO does have its upsides.

I really should have brought my suppressor cover. The mirage was being such a pain in the ass. I know for a fact this gun shoots better than I do. Hopefully future range trips will prove that to me.

Posted: 3/18/2016 1:19:39 AM EDT

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in for the answer to the above^ nicely done OP!

Posted: 3/18/2016 8:10:07 AM EDT

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in for the answer to the above^ nicely done OP!

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Did you have to modify the giessele rail to fit that rainier upper?

in for the answer to the above^ nicely done OP!

Already answered it lol. But the answer is no, it matched up perfectly!

Posted: 3/18/2016 9:24:00 PM EDT

[#24]

Damn man that optic is way forward. Can you shoot it like that? I would be sucking the charging handle to get a in the eye box with your setup.

I have the same Vortex in a Larue spr 1.5 mount but it sit with the ocular lens about 1/2" aft of the charging handle. It keeps my lips off the CH.

Nice looking setup however.

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