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4/26/2010 4:28:01 AM EDT
Who still carries the 5.56 field gauge that does not require disassembly of the bolt? Seems like I remember Fulton Armory did at one time. I am looking for a 5.56 gauge with the cutout for the ejector. Does anyone know where to find one?


ETA: Thread edited to provide clarity!
4/26/2010 4:44:41 AM EDT
[#1]
Bushmaster...but the only guys who ever use it our our armorers...once a year...and they're always a "GO".
4/26/2010 5:50:45 AM EDT
[#2]
Why?

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4/26/2010 6:01:37 AM EDT
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Quoted:
Why?

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+1.

It's not like you can adjust the headspace in the field. What's the point?
4/26/2010 9:00:38 AM EDT
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Quoted:
Why?

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+1.

It's not like you can adjust the headspace in the field. What's the point?


What do you mean why? You guys don' carry spare barrels, bolts, action blocks, and torque wrenches when you go to the range?

I re-read my post and realized I wrote that I wanted to check headspace in the field.  What I meant was I want the field gauge to check headspace because I am too damn lazy to strip the bolt. Also, I think it's cheaper to buy the field gauge rather than one of bolt disassembly tools. It's a pain in the ass without a third hand.

It sucks trying to make sense while typing on a cell phone.

So, now that the comedy is over, does anyone know where to get one?
4/26/2010 9:29:51 AM EDT
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Also, I think it's cheaper to buy the field gauge rather than one of bolt disassembly tools. It's a pain in the ass without a third hand.




A tool is required??? Coulda fooled me.


In the context given, I do not see the reasoning for needing the gauge. Nonetheless, I've seen gauges at Brownells and Midwayusa. If they are out of stock, you might have to do some searching.
4/26/2010 9:39:56 AM EDT
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Bill Ricca maybe?
http://www.billricca.com/collectors_corner.htm

manuf?
http://www.ewyost.com/NSN-pn.asp
4/26/2010 9:52:56 AM EDT
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Quoted:
Quoted:
Also, I think it's cheaper to buy the field gauge rather than one of bolt disassembly tools. It's a pain in the ass without a third hand.




A tool is required??? Coulda fooled me.


In the context given, I do not see the reasoning for needing the gauge. Nonetheless, I've seen gauges at Brownells and Midwayusa. If they are out of stock, you might have to do some searching.


OK - Maybe I need to provide some more clarity. I am looking for a 5.56 USGI field gauge with the cutout for the ejector. I did not, nor am I asking for someone to evaluate my reasoning for wanting the tool. The thread was not started to ask "why", the thread was started to ask "where" I could find one. If anyone could provide this information, I  would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks!l
4/26/2010 10:08:16 AM EDT
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See my post
4/26/2010 10:09:34 AM EDT
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Bill Ricca, as linked a couple of posts up, is where I get mine.

I have a couple from him, they are indeed relieved for the extractor and of excellent quality.  You have to email or call to buy it from him, I believe.
4/26/2010 10:10:51 AM EDT
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Quoted:
See my post



Thanks, I appreciate it! I will check with them and see.
4/26/2010 11:43:28 AM EDT
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Quoted:

OK - Maybe I need to provide some more clarity. I am looking for a 5.56 USGI field gauge with the cutout for the ejector. I did not, nor am I asking for someone to evaluate my reasoning for wanting the tool. The thread was not started to ask "why", the thread was started to ask "where" I could find one. If anyone could provide this information, I  would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks!l


Fair enough. My apoligies.  
4/26/2010 12:11:18 PM EDT
[#12]
Does anyone happen to have a picture of a field gauge with the relief cut in it for the extractor?  I was thinking of notching the field gauge I picked up from Brownell's, but would like to see what one looks like with it already notched first.

Thanks.
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