Would like to add a Reptilia mount for an RMR, but pretty damn happy with how this works.

Hey y’all, looking for some guidance on a suppressor for my in process mini Recce build. BRT 12.5 Barrel, NX8 to top it off soon. Want a shorter can, thinking Socom Mini 2 or Sandman K w/ 556 flash hider end cap. Any of you with 12.5 have any input on which would perform better in terms of sound / flash?  

Thanks.

No short can will be good on sound. You can add the flash hider to the sandman if the stock form still has too much flash

I posted this thing back on page 1 but still never actually tried it out with the 1-6x, might do that tomorrow. 300blk just doesn’t get shot as much as my 5.56 guns.

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from what I've read, .300 black seems like a great mini recce with 110gr Barnes Tac-TX out to about 400 with a decent reticle. More drop than the 5.56 but easy to manage with a good scope. Seeing Dev's new gun (With an LPVO) and the Johnny rifle inspired me to get into the .300 blk game.

I actually have a small stash of the 110gr Barnes, I haven’t looked for it recently but I’m guessing it’s $$$$. If I remember correctly, it was around $35-$40 per 20 back in 2014. The cost is pretty much the only reason I don’t shoot the 300blk more often.
Can’t beat the option to run subs and supers though.

So i ran into this 11.5” as a very reasonable price from an individual and kicking off a new build. I do not have a host upper for this and can use a lower upper combo. I do however an nx8 i will pair with this however it shapes up. Any suggestions welcome

BA 11.5" Bushnell 1-4

Pic posted previously, but again for reference.

I've been supremely happy with the medium RAS and 11.3 combo - it gets 100% of my trigger time and is my go-to for plinking, tactical mole shooting and so forth.  I've taken it out to 510 yards with great success and love the weight and balance.

However, I've recently begun to ponder new glass.  While the 3-9 accupower is perfect for my uses currently I'm thinking this platform will be my shtf stick.  I want to buy more robust glass.  I'm looking at an NX8, Trijicon Credo 1-6, TA01nsn w/ rmr, Leupold Mk 3hd, Credo 1-4, Delta Stryker... I know these options are somewhat schizophrenic but my goals are all over the place too.  I prefer simple uncluttered duplex type crosshairs.  The only time I turn illumination on is when I'm seeing if the battery is dead.  In other words, illumination is a bug, not a feature for me.  While price is an important consideration, it's a little lower on the list.

NX8 1-8: NF durability, but premium price for made in Japan, busy reticle
Credo 1-6: Probably good enough durability, priced better than NF, busy reticle
Credo 1-4: Can get a duplex reticle, down on max magnification
Mk 3hd 1.5-4: Super cheap, down on max magnification, simple reticle with subtensions, can get unilluminated version
Delta Stryker 1-6: Seems great, Polish designer (I'm Polish so ), unknown durability stateside
TA01 w/rmr: Known durability, short eye relief, set and forget.

My thinking goes if either the credo 1-4 or mk3hd 1.5-4, then why not get the TA01nsn w/rmr and be done?
If getting a TA01 w/rmr why not step up to a better (adjustable) aiming device in the Credo 1-6?
If getting a Credo 1-6 with a busy reticle, why not get the "pinnacle" of lpvo in the NX8?
If getting an NX8 why not save several hundred dollars and get the Credo 1-6 with an equally busy reticle and slightly less max mag?
If getting an optic with all the subtensions why not a simple 1-4 with the duplex I prefer?
If getting a Credo 1-4, why not just stick with my accupower 3-9?  Is it durable enough?

I really like the 9x for shooting small targets like moles & rocks, so the NX8 seems like the natural evolution amiright?

What other glass options am I omitting?

NX8 is great in many regards but I wouldn't call its reticle "simple". That's helpful for ranging and working holds but it sounds like you want a simple duplex.

Given that I'd recommend a PX4 Steiner. Save a bit of coin. Very good glass, fairly light, solid track record, Steiner isn't going anywhere, simple reticle, etc. There's a reason why you see a lot of those on minis...It's a pretty natural combo for a 500 and in rifle.

No love for the Vortex Razors?  I agree with your reticle preference, and the Razor offers some bright Japanese glass.

I have a couple of them in 1-6, but am looking at the 1-10 to put on top of my Infidel upper.  I am also a fan of the Trijicon glass.

If you like quality, high performance, lightweight optics that only have simple duplex reticle options.... It sounds like you're Leupold's singular target customer.

My Recce rifles 12.5 hodge barrel and LMT MWS. I suppose the LMT isn't a "mini" but I think it's quite hadny for a .308

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I’m an idiot that can’t figure out how to post a picture. I was excited to post in here.

Thank you sir. Still can’t figure out what I did wrong. lol

Niceeee, I've really been wanting a 556 lmt lately to go with my .308. How do you like it?

Haven’t shot it yet. lol but I love the build so far. Hard to find the time when you have a 2 year old running the house.

Here is the latest rendition of my 14" Recce. I decided to switch from the 45* offset, reveiver-mounted MRD to a Reptilia ROF-90. My PA 1-8x24 has pretty tall turrets so I got the 10mm riser for it. Everything fit well but 10mm was just too tall. Using no riser was a bit low but almost OK so I have contacted Reptilia about exchanging the 10mm for a 2.5mm version.

When in the previous 45* offset configuration, I used a SI REX guard. It worked well and offered protection front-on and side impacts but is a little too short to protect the top of the bow. It was designed for the RMR and its flat-style bow is a better match to the guard.

Anyway, while waiting to hear from Reptilia, I measured the thickness of the REX's metal and it is about 2.75mm. After some modifications to the guard, I was able to fit the REX to my Holosun 507C/Reptilia ROF90 combination. Using it spaced the MRD slightly more than one 2.5mm riser would have done and it made a nice improvement. With the mods I made to the REX, I think I might also be able to use the 2.5mm riser I hope to get from Reptilia. I am not sure I will keep the REX in place or just run the Holosun naked.

This is a 14" BRT barrel and John Thomas (R.A.W.) did a beautiful job pinning and welding the Warcomp. There is just enough space between the Geissele handgurd and the Warcomp to comfortably mount or remove the RC2 without concerns of contact.

Made it to the range the other day. I didn’t shoot my precious Barnes 110s, but used Remington 120 gr instead.
Zeroed at 100 yards and ended up figuring out the following holds.
 300 yards: 4 mils
 385 yards: 6.5 mils
 500 yards: 9 mils
Pretty fun, I can definitely see the usefulness of a LPVO on a short 300blk as opposed to the red dot I usually have on there. Don’t think 500 yard hits would be happening with a red dot. (For me at least)

Fuck you mode:

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I've had this rifle for a while but decided to reconfigure it to be optimal for night and day. 1-4 LPVO is plenty for this pinned 14.5 while keeping it light.  The RMR-DI mounted is perfect for running NV. The dbal-i2 has a nice visible/Ir laser, but no illuminator so the only thing I need to grab is a vampire head for the surefire. They make for an awesome IR illuminator.

Any recommendations for a lightweight LPVO for my 13.7” mini recce that won’t break the bank? It’s got a Vortex Viper PST 1-4x on it currently. With a full mag and bipod, it’s 9.9#, which is kinda fat considering everything else is pretty lightweight.

13.7” BA Hansen with a pinned 249f, 12” fortis rail, with the only real ‘fat’ parts being the scope and rings.

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Delta Stryker 1-6x

Very nice. That gangster grip is clean, who did the work?

That's heavier than the Vortex 1-4x by around 2oz before mount.

You’ve got one of the lightest optic out there, older leupold 1-4 might save a ounce and a different mount could save a couple oz. I’d ditch the bipod or just deal with it. You’ve got a good set up, no need to chase your tail for a couple ounces.

fair enough.  I didn't realize the Viper was that lightweight in comparison.  Might have to snag another one of them since Midway has them for $300 right now.

Thanks! @gangster_grip_guy on Instagram.

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@wyominer details?

12.5 complete Hodge, Leupold mk6 3-18, Surefire light and warcomp.

Looking good, which reticle did you go with?

All my 14.5's get LPVOs!

Tremor 2

I have a cch non illumi coming in on Wednesday.

You will love it, I should have gone the cch route, I can’t see my reticle on 3 power.

Definitely easier on lower magnification compared to t3.

Honestly i am considering it on my 11.5”

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These last 3 posted have been freaking splendid!  

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Bottom one is 13.9 Triarc barrel. I like 12.5 more to be honest

BA receiver set
12.3 Hanson barrel
Q Honeybadger 12” rail
Vortex Viper pst 1-4 (plan to upgrade to a better optic in the future)
Larue MBT2s
PRI gasbuster in hopes that I get my cans out of jail soon.

Plan to hit it with some rattlecan soon as well

Please remember guys, read the OP.  Rifle thread

Love this one!