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12/15/2016 12:51:18 PM EDT
I put together a 16" mid length with a H-2 buffer. Now I'm having 2nd thought's. Maybe I should have went with a H buffer. I new to this and would appreciate your opinions. Thanks in advance.
12/15/2016 2:39:19 PM EDT
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Probably fine.  Shoot it, if it feeds, ejects, and locks back on an empty mag after the last round, it's fine.  If it doesn't, swap out for a lighter buffer.  No big deal really.
12/15/2016 2:44:30 PM EDT
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Probably fine.  Shoot it, if it feeds, ejects, and locks back on an empty mag after the last round, it's fine.  If it doesn't, swap out for a lighter buffer.  No big deal really.
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This, let us know how it performed and what ammo you used.
12/15/2016 5:34:55 PM EDT
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No malfunctions. I've been shooting M885. Just wondering if it slowed the action down any compared to a H buffer.
12/15/2016 6:20:31 PM EDT
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No malfunctions. I've been shooting M885. Just wondering if it slowed the action down any compared to a H buffer.
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I'm sure it will but on the flipside you get reduced felt recoil. That's why I'm interested.
12/15/2016 6:41:14 PM EDT
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Your gun shoots quicker than you can pull the trigger.
12/15/2016 10:08:15 PM EDT
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I used to run H2 buffers in my BCM 16" middys until the shot timer proved I was significantly faster on followup shots using the std carbine buffer.

Tomac
12/15/2016 11:04:59 PM EDT
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I used to run H2 buffers in my BCM 16" middys until the shot timer proved I was significantly faster on followup shots using the std carbine buffer.

Tomac
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That's interesting.  Assuming you shot them back to back, any theories as to why?

I notice a slight reduction in felt recoil so it's been a habit to throw an h2 or equivalent in every ar I own.  

I don't shoot 3 gun anymore so I'm just curious as to why your splits improved.
12/16/2016 5:17:17 AM EDT
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That's interesting.  Assuming you shot them back to back, any theories as to why?

I notice a slight reduction in felt recoil so it's been a habit to throw an h2 or equivalent in every ar I own.  

I don't shoot 3 gun anymore so I'm just curious as to why your splits improved.
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The rate of fire will decrease with added weight from either the buffer and/or BCG. This can also be achieved with a stiffer buffer spring. On the other hand, you would see a faster rate of fire with a lightweight BCG, lighter buffer, etc. However, it is important to understand that effectively slowing down the action results in a consistent and reliable weapon system.
12/16/2016 8:06:02 AM EDT
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The rate of fire will decrease with added weight from either the buffer and/or BCG. This can also be achieved with a stiffer buffer spring. On the other hand, you would see a faster rate of fire with a lightweight BCG, lighter buffer, etc. However, it is important to understand that effectively slowing down the action results in a consistent and reliable weapon system.
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I understand all of that.  It's just that I didn't think it would make much difference, if any, on the timer.

I shot 3gun for just over a year so I didn't become as fast as the more experienced guys.  Probably explains why I might not recognize a difference in split times, whereas others with more 3gun experience would.
12/16/2016 1:34:38 PM EDT
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I understand all of that.  It's just that I didn't think it would make much difference, if any, on the timer.

I shot 3gun for just over a year so I didn't become as fast as the more experienced guys.  Probably explains why I might not recognize a difference in split times, whereas others with more 3gun experience would.
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At the end of the day, that's what it comes down to.
12/17/2016 11:25:25 AM EDT
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I typically stick with the standard carbine buffer and spend the money on an adjustable gas block. It can tune it indefinitely as your gun/ammo evolves over time.
12/21/2016 1:24:32 AM EDT
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I used to just use carbine buffers in all my 16" middies. But lately I've switched over to H buffers. I moved that one step up in weight just to smooth out the action/recoil, yet retain the reliability aspect (enough oomph to easily still work dirty/cruddy). Even with an H, they're still a tad over gassed, which is the way I prefer it.
Nothing wrong with carbine buffer though, they always worked for me too.
12/29/2016 11:40:17 PM EDT
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My PSA and Aero Precision middies run smoothly and reliably on H buffers.  Brass is thrown about 5 feet.  I think an H2 would be too much for mine with everything but the hottest .223/5.56.
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