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I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it.
Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: |
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Originally Posted By Munzy:
The upper finally showed up today. Couldn't be happier, and off to the range on Sunday to get it sighted in. I know it doesn't quite fit the recce role yet, since it lacks glass, but its close enough of governement work for now. http://i.imgur.com/CSOhFnu.jpg?1 As far as optics go the new Vortex 1-6 looks pretty attractive to me strike eagle is looking pretty attractive from a price point, but I also like Vortex PSTs look pretty good too. I might also just go with th TA-33 with a RMR atop that I've been wanting for a LONG time. View Quote SWEET, makes me want to ditch my 13" EMR for the 10". Get some glass! IDK what you have experience with, but after my first variable I got last year (Trijicon TR24) I'll never run anything else, as long as it's 1-whateverX. I think a lot of dudes here will agree with you on the Vortex 1-6x. |
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Originally Posted By OneRanger:
SWEET, makes me want to ditch my 13" EMR for the 10". Get some glass! IDK what you have experience with, but after my first variable I got last year (Trijicon TR24) I'll never run anything else, as long as it's 1-whateverX. I think a lot of dudes here will agree with you on the Vortex 1-6x. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By OneRanger:
Originally Posted By Munzy:
The upper finally showed up today. Couldn't be happier, and off to the range on Sunday to get it sighted in. I know it doesn't quite fit the recce role yet, since it lacks glass, but its close enough of governement work for now. http://i.imgur.com/CSOhFnu.jpg?1 As far as optics go the new Vortex 1-6 looks pretty attractive to me strike eagle is looking pretty attractive from a price point, but I also like Vortex PSTs look pretty good too. I might also just go with th TA-33 with a RMR atop that I've been wanting for a LONG time. SWEET, makes me want to ditch my 13" EMR for the 10". Get some glass! IDK what you have experience with, but after my first variable I got last year (Trijicon TR24) I'll never run anything else, as long as it's 1-whateverX. I think a lot of dudes here will agree with you on the Vortex 1-6x. Thanks, it feels super handy and points really well with the 10", I'm also interested in trying out the 12''. I've actually never had a variable on an AR, I've had some experience with them on my fudd guns with the standard 3-9x duplex type reticle, but am interested in the 1-?x. I still miss my TA31 though, and that why I'm really want a 33. Trijicon is hands down the best glass I've ever owned. If you are looking to sell your TR24 now that you have a Vcog, I might be interested. My only hesitation with the Vortex's I'm looking at is they are SFP reticles and I would like a FFP in a SFP price point, I can dream right. |
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Originally Posted By Munzy:
Thanks, it feels super handy and points really well with the 10", I'm also interested in trying out the 12''. I've actually never had a variable on an AR, I've had some experience with them on my fudd guns with the standard 3-9x duplex type reticle, but am interested in the 1-?x. I still miss my TA31 though, and that why I'm really want a 33. Trijicon is hands down the best glass I've ever owned. If you are looking to sell your TR24 now that you have a Vcog, I might be interested. My only hesitation with the Vortex's I'm looking at is they are SFP reticles and I would like a FFP in a SFP price point, I can dream right. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Munzy:
Originally Posted By OneRanger:
Originally Posted By Munzy:
The upper finally showed up today. Couldn't be happier, and off to the range on Sunday to get it sighted in. I know it doesn't quite fit the recce role yet, since it lacks glass, but its close enough of governement work for now. http://i.imgur.com/CSOhFnu.jpg?1 As far as optics go the new Vortex 1-6 looks pretty attractive to me strike eagle is looking pretty attractive from a price point, but I also like Vortex PSTs look pretty good too. I might also just go with th TA-33 with a RMR atop that I've been wanting for a LONG time. SWEET, makes me want to ditch my 13" EMR for the 10". Get some glass! IDK what you have experience with, but after my first variable I got last year (Trijicon TR24) I'll never run anything else, as long as it's 1-whateverX. I think a lot of dudes here will agree with you on the Vortex 1-6x. Thanks, it feels super handy and points really well with the 10", I'm also interested in trying out the 12''. I've actually never had a variable on an AR, I've had some experience with them on my fudd guns with the standard 3-9x duplex type reticle, but am interested in the 1-?x. I still miss my TA31 though, and that why I'm really want a 33. Trijicon is hands down the best glass I've ever owned. If you are looking to sell your TR24 now that you have a Vcog, I might be interested. My only hesitation with the Vortex's I'm looking at is they are SFP reticles and I would like a FFP in a SFP price point, I can dream right. The TR24 is gone, the 4 MOA triangle was driving me nuts, great glass though, now that I think about it, I've only owned Trijicon products, even in my Army days. Switching to capped turrets and the classic Trijicon bullet drop reticle was the right choice for me. Stay vigilant on EE |
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I love the TR24. If that thing ever comes on line with a 1-6, I am in the first pre-buy group
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Well just got back from the range, I have an awesome shooting rifle. My astigmatism combined with irons past 25yards not equals so awesome shooting. Looks like I'm fast tracking an optic to actually hit something past 25. I was stacking shots on top of each other at 25 though.
What glass have you guys had success with? I'm open to suggestions, my price range is roughly $500-1k. I'm personally looking at the Vortex PST 1-4 MRAD reticle, Vortex strike eagle 1-6 (not out yet), TR24 with the #4 crosshair, a Nightforce NXS 1-4, or just saying screw it and getting the TA33 which I've wanted for awhile. |
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Originally Posted By Munzy:
Well just got back from the range, I have an awesome shooting rifle. My astigmatism combined with irons past 25yards not equals so awesome shooting. Looks like I'm fast tracking an optic to actually hit something past 25. I was stacking shots on top of each other at 25 though. What glass have you guys had success with? I'm open to suggestions, my price range is roughly $500-1k. I'm personally looking at the Vortex PST 1-4 MRAD reticle, Vortex strike eagle 1-6 (not out yet), TR24 with the #4 crosshair, a Nightforce NXS 1-4, or just saying screw it and getting the TA33 which I've wanted for awhile. View Quote Loved my TR24, wish I would have gotten the crosshair reticle. TR24 would be my recommendation, unless you can get a NXS for under a grand My only complaint about the TR24 is they're not recommended for submersion according to Trijicon, that was a requirement for me, zero issues in heavy rain though. You'll need to get a cat tail too, its a pain to adjust w/o in a hasty situation. |
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Originally Posted By ASH556:
I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it. Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/kZWrwz" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/13126440785_5d94fc63da_b.jpg</a>Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/AFAFB8BE-C360-42F8-83B2-018F88F9037F.jpg http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/6039ECD0-0508-4205-9C39-BDCB6021BE6E.jpg View Quote !!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: |
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Originally Posted By lancecriminal86:
!!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By lancecriminal86:
Originally Posted By ASH556:
I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it. Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/kZWrwz" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/13126440785_5d94fc63da_b.jpg</a>Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/AFAFB8BE-C360-42F8-83B2-018F88F9037F.jpg http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/6039ECD0-0508-4205-9C39-BDCB6021BE6E.jpg !!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. |
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Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p500/AR-Ryan21/E53C6046-2489-480B-A434-9A5F0051E588_zpsgikgyncs.jpg That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
Originally Posted By lancecriminal86:
Originally Posted By ASH556:
I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it. Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/kZWrwz" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/13126440785_5d94fc63da_b.jpg</a>Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/AFAFB8BE-C360-42F8-83B2-018F88F9037F.jpg http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/6039ECD0-0508-4205-9C39-BDCB6021BE6E.jpg !!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p500/AR-Ryan21/E53C6046-2489-480B-A434-9A5F0051E588_zpsgikgyncs.jpg That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. Sick blaster, dare I say lighter with an ALG EMR |
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And in regards to ALG, not only are they not Geissele, but they also don't offer a 9.5" length.
A 10.3" just looks right with a 9.55" MK18 RIS II or 9.5" Geissele. Just enough room to clear a can. |
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Originally Posted By Munzy:
Well just got back from the range, I have an awesome shooting rifle. My astigmatism combined with irons past 25yards not equals so awesome shooting. Looks like I'm fast tracking an optic to actually hit something past 25. I was stacking shots on top of each other at 25 though. What glass have you guys had success with? I'm open to suggestions, my price range is roughly $500-1k. I'm personally looking at the Vortex PST 1-4 MRAD reticle, Vortex strike eagle 1-6 (not out yet), TR24 with the #4 crosshair, a Nightforce NXS 1-4, or just saying screw it and getting the TA33 which I've wanted for awhile. View Quote I've had good luck with: Weaver Tactical 1-7x DFP, Bushnell Elite Tactical 1-6.5x & 1-8.5x, and Leupold Mk 6 1-6x. |
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Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p500/AR-Ryan21/E53C6046-2489-480B-A434-9A5F0051E588_zpsgikgyncs.jpg That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
Originally Posted By lancecriminal86:
Originally Posted By ASH556:
I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it. Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/kZWrwz" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/13126440785_5d94fc63da_b.jpg</a>Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/AFAFB8BE-C360-42F8-83B2-018F88F9037F.jpg http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/6039ECD0-0508-4205-9C39-BDCB6021BE6E.jpg !!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p500/AR-Ryan21/E53C6046-2489-480B-A434-9A5F0051E588_zpsgikgyncs.jpg That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. Glorious! Mine is a 1-4x. As soon as I can get a certain Mk12 figured out and parts sold from it, the CQBR-ish gun is getting my attention. CONFESSION! The 1-4 is falling out of favor for me. Honestly, I'd rather have an angled MRD and a lighter fixed 6x scope. I only ever want 1 setting or the other, and frankly it seems faster just to have a 1x and 6x separately than tring to move the mag lever around. Looking at PA's 6x or 4x offerings, though the BDC might not work as well with the 12.5" the magnification should help more. |
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Originally Posted By lancecriminal86:
!!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By lancecriminal86:
Originally Posted By ASH556:
I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it. Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/kZWrwz" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/13126440785_5d94fc63da_b.jpg</a>Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/AFAFB8BE-C360-42F8-83B2-018F88F9037F.jpg http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/6039ECD0-0508-4205-9C39-BDCB6021BE6E.jpg !!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] The can still made it a little muzzle heavy, but not too bad. Still way better than your average 16" carbine with a can attached. Same buddy I mentioned built out an upper with a 10.3" DD barrel and a Geissele MK2 DDC. It was a nice, light, quick setup. 2 weeks ago he had me swap the MK2 for a KMR...talk about amazing! |
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Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21: Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p500/AR-Ryan21/E53C6046-2489-480B-A434-9A5F0051E588_zpsgikgyncs.jpg That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21: Originally Posted By lancecriminal86: Originally Posted By ASH556: I've been messing with this concept for a couple years now and keep leaving it and coming back to it. Mostly due to a lack of funds and other priorities (needing a 3gun setup more than a mini-recce), but it's something I'd like to put another together a leave it when I get money for it. Here's my last version from May 2014. It's a 12.5" DD barrel under a Geissele MK4 with an AAC SPR-M4 mount. I was gonna buy the can used from a buddy, but went another route, sold the upper and gave him the mount back: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/kZWrwz" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7349/13126440785_5d94fc63da_b.jpg</a>Untitled by ASH556, on Flickr Then later in 2014 I was goofing off sighting in some other rifles and wanted to see what my MK18 would do in terms of suppressor shift. It also just happened to create a very fun/accurate mini-recce and stirred up the desire again. We'll have to see if I can scrape something together in 2015: http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/AFAFB8BE-C360-42F8-83B2-018F88F9037F.jpg http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/ASH556/6039ECD0-0508-4205-9C39-BDCB6021BE6E.jpg !!!!! This is literally exactly what I'm planning to do with my rifle! I have the DD Mk18 rail on it right now, DD 12.5" barrel, and MITER brake for my SPR/M4. Can you comment on the balance of the rifle in that config? I wanted to shed a bit of weight from mine and move away from the Mk18 quad rail I have handled the Mk 3 on a 16" and loved it. When the Mk4 comes out with MLOK this year, I'll get one in 9.5" and probably sell the Mk18 rail. If I'm going to have a CQBR clone, I think I'd prefer the OG with the FSB and KAC rail. Edit: Here's mine on the peg board above the workbench: [email=https://www.flickr.com/photos/100565977@N03/16099641936/]https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8576/16099641936_1894dc01f6_b.jpg[/email] Nice. Is that an SWFA 1-6x on top? And I hear you regarding the 9.5" Geissele handguards in comparison to the MK18 RIS II - the weight difference is very noticeable. I have three DD 10.3" uppers. All were "MK18" uppers, so I decided to lighten one up a bit and swapped out the MK18 RIS II for a Geissele. Pic to illustrate: http://i1152.photobucket.com/albums/p500/AR-Ryan21/E53C6046-2489-480B-A434-9A5F0051E588_zpsgikgyncs.jpg That rifle is still without an optic. I think I'm gonna mini RECCE it and go with a NightForce 1-4x. It's crazy how light that setup is. That looks awesome. Did you get lucky with the finish matching with the G rail's DDC, or did you coat/paint them to match? |
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I got lucky/used a cool vendor.
The vendor I purchased it from had like 13 of them in stock. Knowing how drastic the Geissele DDC color variation is, I asked if he could look through them all, and send me the darkest, closest match to patriot brown. He did. |
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Originally Posted By Mattyvac: 12.5" w/ VX-R 1.25-4 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-K4EWaA4Bb3k/VNLDDhWCj4I/AAAAAAAAKiM/h57rmo5MIr4/s640/2015_%25202_%25204_20_10.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-4bmZPaQkKH8/VNLFmkXMflI/AAAAAAAAKi8/x5BQ-_Mr8hY/s640/2015_%25202_%25204_20_20.jpg View Quote AEM3?
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Originally Posted By RTUtah:
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Originally Posted By Mattyvac: Originally Posted By RTUtah: AEM3? Yup I want one.
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Originally Posted By Mattyvac:
12.5" w/ VX-R 1.25-4 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-K4EWaA4Bb3k/VNLDDhWCj4I/AAAAAAAAKiM/h57rmo5MIr4/s640/2015_%25202_%25204_20_10.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-4bmZPaQkKH8/VNLFmkXMflI/AAAAAAAAKi8/x5BQ-_Mr8hY/s640/2015_%25202_%25204_20_20.jpg View Quote I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. |
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"They are not men, they are weapons."
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Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. BA 12.5" SS Barrel Gov with a SLR Solo UltraLite 10". The Ops Inc/AE can spacing for the non-12th models comes out perfectly to the edge of the rail with a 12.5" barrel. If you were using a QD can with a 12.5" you would need a longer rail. SLR is the only company I've seen with a wide array of rail lengths in every inch increment from 7 to 15. |
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Originally Posted By Mattyvac:
BA 12.5" SS Barrel Gov with a SLR Solo UltraLite 10". The Ops Inc/AE can spacing for the non-12th models comes out perfectly to the edge of the rail with a 12.5" barrel. If you were using a QD can with a 12.5" you would need a longer rail. SLR is the only company I've seen with a wide array of rail lengths in every inch increment from 7 to 15. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Mattyvac:
Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. BA 12.5" SS Barrel Gov with a SLR Solo UltraLite 10". The Ops Inc/AE can spacing for the non-12th models comes out perfectly to the edge of the rail with a 12.5" barrel. If you were using a QD can with a 12.5" you would need a longer rail. SLR is the only company I've seen with a wide array of rail lengths in every inch increment from 7 to 15. Yep, if you use a longer reflex can like the SPR/M4 or probably the 12th/AEM5, you'd want a Mk18 length rail, ie 9.5". Mine comes really close, but not excessively so. I think the Geissele Mk4 in 9.5" will be perfect for a reflex 12.5". Otherwise a Larue 11" or similar if you aren't doing a reflex setup would work nicely, maybe an 11" gooseneck? |
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Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. I am still thinking about the 12.5 midlength, but maybe a 13.7 with a 13 inch handguard. Perfect for my AAC mini |
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Originally Posted By Alaska511:
I am still thinking about the 12.5 midlength, but maybe a 13.7 with a 13 inch handguard. Perfect for my AAC mini View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Alaska511:
Originally Posted By AR-Ryan21:
I want a 12.5" rig like this. All that's been holding me back from a 12.5" thus far has been no options I knew of with just a fraction of an inch of exposed barrel with a can (outside of the GL/SSC unicorn). What are the specs on this? Some company needs to offer an 11.75" handguard...bad. They'd corner the 12.5" market. I am still thinking about the 12.5 midlength, but maybe a 13.7 with a 13 inch handguard. Perfect for my AAC mini Just think, for a little over an inch you get a middy out the 13.7" The 13" rail/13.7" barrel combo is sexy |
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Alaska511, the cat tail is MGM switchview if i can remember correctly.
the Saker 762 should be in sometime in may. in the meantime, i was just going to add some m-lok rail panels, and perhaps look for a trigger upgrade from the factory bushmaster. any suggestions for a decent trigger, that isn't too light for home defense use; that's around $100? I have done zero research on triggers, all I know is everyone likes Geissele. I have a Geissele 3 gun trigger on my actual 3 gun rifle...sure it's super nice, but i didn't want to spend that much. thanks! |
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Originally Posted By OneRanger:
Loved my TR24, wish I would have gotten the crosshair reticle. TR24 would be my recommendation, unless you can get a NXS for under a grand My only complaint about the TR24 is they're not recommended for submersion according to Trijicon, that was a requirement for me, zero issues in heavy rain though. You'll need to get a cat tail too, its a pain to adjust w/o in a hasty situation. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By OneRanger:
Originally Posted By Munzy:
Well just got back from the range, I have an awesome shooting rifle. My astigmatism combined with irons past 25yards not equals so awesome shooting. Looks like I'm fast tracking an optic to actually hit something past 25. I was stacking shots on top of each other at 25 though. What glass have you guys had success with? I'm open to suggestions, my price range is roughly $500-1k. I'm personally looking at the Vortex PST 1-4 MRAD reticle, Vortex strike eagle 1-6 (not out yet), TR24 with the #4 crosshair, a Nightforce NXS 1-4, or just saying screw it and getting the TA33 which I've wanted for awhile. Loved my TR24, wish I would have gotten the crosshair reticle. TR24 would be my recommendation, unless you can get a NXS for under a grand My only complaint about the TR24 is they're not recommended for submersion according to Trijicon, that was a requirement for me, zero issues in heavy rain though. You'll need to get a cat tail too, its a pain to adjust w/o in a hasty situation. There actually is an NXS with Larue mount for under a grand in the EE right now. I'm on the fence about it though because I'm not trying to deplete my PVS-14 fund by about half. |
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Originally Posted By Munzy:
There actually is an NXS with Larue mount for under a grand in the EE right now. I'm on the fence about it though because I'm not trying to deplete my PVS-14 fund by about half. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Munzy:
Originally Posted By OneRanger:
Originally Posted By Munzy:
Well just got back from the range, I have an awesome shooting rifle. My astigmatism combined with irons past 25yards not equals so awesome shooting. Looks like I'm fast tracking an optic to actually hit something past 25. I was stacking shots on top of each other at 25 though. What glass have you guys had success with? I'm open to suggestions, my price range is roughly $500-1k. I'm personally looking at the Vortex PST 1-4 MRAD reticle, Vortex strike eagle 1-6 (not out yet), TR24 with the #4 crosshair, a Nightforce NXS 1-4, or just saying screw it and getting the TA33 which I've wanted for awhile. Loved my TR24, wish I would have gotten the crosshair reticle. TR24 would be my recommendation, unless you can get a NXS for under a grand My only complaint about the TR24 is they're not recommended for submersion according to Trijicon, that was a requirement for me, zero issues in heavy rain though. You'll need to get a cat tail too, its a pain to adjust w/o in a hasty situation. There actually is an NXS with Larue mount for under a grand in the EE right now. I'm on the fence about it though because I'm not trying to deplete my PVS-14 fund by about half. Priorities man haha replenish the fund with tax returns |
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Originally Posted By Unicron:
Alaska511, the cat tail is MGM switchview if i can remember correctly. the Saker 762 should be in sometime in may. in the meantime, i was just going to add some m-lok rail panels, and perhaps look for a trigger upgrade from the factory bushmaster. any suggestions for a decent trigger, that isn't too light for home defense use; that's around $100? I have done zero research on triggers, all I know is everyone likes Geissele. I have a Geissele 3 gun trigger on my actual 3 gun rifle...sure it's super nice, but i didn't want to spend that much. thanks! View Quote Thanks! I have 2 TR24s, and I only have one cattail. I want them for every scope, now. Rifle looks great, welcome to our little party thread. |
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The wife joined the Mini RECCE club today. Installed her new 13" ALG EMR and dyed her Magpul FDE furniture. The colors don't match well, but she loves it.
Aero Precision blem lower PSA LPK LaRue MBT-2S Magpul MOE furniture dyed purple Upper: White Oak upper with M4 ramps Green Mountain 14.5" barrel with pinned BCM A2X Geissele Super Gas Block ALG 13" EMR rail in purple Leupold Mark AR in an ADM mount |
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"One is a Colt, the other is not. Colt has always been known for quality where it counts, not for its level of fit and finish. " - Stickman
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Originally Posted By Muad:
The wife joined the Mini RECCE club today. Installed her new 13" ALG EMR and dyed her Magpul FDE furniture. The colors don't match well, but she loves it. http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa46/muad_dib1982/1CF246A6-48CF-4CB2-A25C-C18D647F5EC2_zpsjnd4ukfr.jpg http://s199.photobucket.com/user/muad_dib1982/media/1CF246A6-48CF-4CB2-A25C-C18D647F5EC2_zpsjnd4ukfr.jpg.html</img /> Lower:Aero Precision blem lowerPSA LPKLaRue MBT-2SMagpul MOE furniture dyed purple Upper:White Oak upper with M4 rampsGreen Mountain 14.5" barrel with pinned BCM A2XGeissele Super Gas BlockALG 13" EMR rail in purpleLeupold Mark AR in an ADM mount View Quote Well done My wifey is cross-eye dominant, and no matter what I do, I cannot get her trained with a magnified optic. She refuses. Red dots are fine, but eye relief is just lost on her |
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Originally Posted By Alaska511: Well done My wifey is cross-eye dominant, and no matter what I do, I cannot get her trained with a magnified optic. She refuses. Red dots are fine, but eye relief is just lost on her View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Alaska511: Originally Posted By Muad: The wife joined the Mini RECCE club today. Installed her new 13" ALG EMR and dyed her Magpul FDE furniture. The colors don't match well, but she loves it. http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa46/muad_dib1982/1CF246A6-48CF-4CB2-A25C-C18D647F5EC2_zpsjnd4ukfr.jpg http://s199.photobucket.com/user/muad_dib1982/media/1CF246A6-48CF-4CB2-A25C-C18D647F5EC2_zpsjnd4ukfr.jpg.html</img /> Lower:Aero Precision blem lowerPSA LPKLaRue MBT-2SMagpul MOE furniture dyed purple Upper:White Oak upper with M4 rampsGreen Mountain 14.5" barrel with pinned BCM A2XGeissele Super Gas BlockALG 13" EMR rail in purpleLeupold Mark AR in an ADM mount Well done My wifey is cross-eye dominant, and no matter what I do, I cannot get her trained with a magnified optic. She refuses. Red dots are fine, but eye relief is just lost on her I'm so thankful she likes to shoot. Although, she doesn't go often enough. |
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Originally Posted By Muad:
Thanks man. She started with irons, and I'm going to let her play with the scope for a while. I'll have irons for her also, as she still needs to work on the fundamentals. I'm so thankful she likes to shoot. Although, she doesn't go often enough. View Quote It is nice. Mine loves .22s. She is petite, so unless the AR is light and low on recoil, she doesn't enjoy it like she should. I started her out 20+ years ago with a Mini 14 Ranch Rifle, and she did fine |
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Originally Posted By Alaska511: It is nice. Mine loves .22s. She is petite, so unless the AR is light and low on recoil, she doesn't enjoy it like she should. I started her out 20+ years ago with a Mini 14 Ranch Rifle, and she did fine View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Alaska511: Originally Posted By Muad: Thanks man. She started with irons, and I'm going to let her play with the scope for a while. I'll have irons for her also, as she still needs to work on the fundamentals. I'm so thankful she likes to shoot. Although, she doesn't go often enough. It is nice. Mine loves .22s. She is petite, so unless the AR is light and low on recoil, she doesn't enjoy it like she should. I started her out 20+ years ago with a Mini 14 Ranch Rifle, and she did fine |
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Originally Posted By Muad:
The wife joined the Mini RECCE club today. Installed her new 13" ALG EMR and dyed her Magpul FDE furniture. The colors don't match well, but she loves it. http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa46/muad_dib1982/1CF246A6-48CF-4CB2-A25C-C18D647F5EC2_zpsjnd4ukfr.jpg Lower: Aero Precision blem lower PSA LPK LaRue MBT-2S Magpul MOE furniture dyed purple Upper: White Oak upper with M4 ramps Green Mountain 14.5" barrel with pinned BCM A2X Geissele Super Gas Block ALG 13" EMR rail in purple Leupold Mark AR in an ADM mount View Quote Nice, welcome to our tiny super badass club Please report back in regards to the Green Mt barrel. |
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Originally Posted By OneRanger: Nice, welcome to our tiny super badass club Please report back in regards to the Green Mt barrel. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By OneRanger: Originally Posted By Muad: The wife joined the Mini RECCE club today. Installed her new 13" ALG EMR and dyed her Magpul FDE furniture. The colors don't match well, but she loves it. http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa46/muad_dib1982/1CF246A6-48CF-4CB2-A25C-C18D647F5EC2_zpsjnd4ukfr.jpg Lower: Aero Precision blem lower PSA LPK LaRue MBT-2S Magpul MOE furniture dyed purple Upper: White Oak upper with M4 ramps Green Mountain 14.5" barrel with pinned BCM A2X Geissele Super Gas Block ALG 13" EMR rail in purple Leupold Mark AR in an ADM mount Nice, welcome to our tiny super badass club Please report back in regards to the Green Mt barrel. |
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In real life I am very "libertarian" and support them fully. Perhaps take a lesson from the man who uses the screen name "beararms"--he is a real libertarian. - thebeekeeper1
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I'm pretty sure the mini club should require ALG EMRs, at the rate I see them appearing
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Kino or Mini Recce? The dilemmas this lifestyle delivers...
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