Posted: 8/16/2005 7:18:41 PM EDT
| I picked one up today, used in very good condition for $400... who has one, what do you think? Are the Kurt's Kustom mods worth getting? |
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I had a M17 at one time and while I liked it, I think Kurt's modifications are not just worth getting.....they're mandatory. Minimally, the trigger needs work to make it as good as it can be and you need some functional fixed sights. Bushmaster really needs to update the platform. |
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I've actually had a couple of failures to feed, and damned if I know why. There aren't really all that many moving parts in the thing that need lubing or cleaning, which is odd. When I finally get around to finding/making a box that I can use to ship the upper half to Kurt, I'll be firing it off, but I'm not sure I'm happy at what I'm hearing about the turnaround times. One mod I won't be getting is the shortening option. Just runs completely contrary to the point of a bullpup, IMO. However, I'm certainly not happy with the factory's default rail being so high above the cheek-line so that'll be first to go. NTM |
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Kurt's mods are definitely worth it. I wouldn't shorten the barrel, personally - because I like the 21.5" inches - but replacing the shitty handle, a better rail and some optics, and you've got a kick-ass rifle! I like mine a lot, but it can be a little finicky when it comes to mags. Thermold are best, in my opinion, but USGI are fine too. (Doesn't like the british mags so much). |
Yeah - with a 21.5" barrel in a package shorter than an M4, and a clean piston-based gas system (and an indestructible receiver) - for $400. Yeech !! 
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| I somehow doubt I'll have a draw down incident to share. Looks like it will be packed up and sent to Kurt's. So far it is looking like lightning cuts, trigger job, remove carry handle and install top rail and charging handle. Not sure about sights, was planning on installing some type of reflex and mainly using this for plinking. Irons aren't really an issue and this would not be my go to rifle in case of an emergency. |
Thanks! Thats my rifle your playing with! 
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he does good work but is slow. I had him add an A2 muzzle break to my AR and turn HBAR down to A2 and it took like 3 months. Quality job for good price, though. |