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Link Posted: 10/24/2018 1:24:40 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 10/24/2018 2:12:50 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Thor:
Yeah I'm back in. It's a perfect Christmas gift for my FIL and I can't pass it up. It's his favorite movie and I swear he watches it on a loop. Whenever I go over there around Christmas time it's on the TV.

Looks like I need to find some wooden AR furniture.
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I got a set of Gene Fields walnut AR furniture recently. They are beautiful. No regerts.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 3:06:13 PM EDT
[#3]
@PalmettoStateArmory

Anything else I need to do besides the pre-order email for the Christmas lower?
Just want to confirm so I don't miss out. I'm local to the Christmas story house
and visit every year with family.
Would love to ccw this ar pistol while visiting lol.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 3:35:51 PM EDT
[Last Edit: giantpune] [#4]
222 showed up today.  guess i ordered just a hair too soon to get lucky number .223.



I need to see about launching a formal complaint with PSA.  I only ordered this thing 5 days ago.  And now its showing up at my FFL.  The damn shipping department got it out the door so fast, they didn't even have time to slap a tracking number or send me an email.
The thing go here so fast, I may have gotten whiplash.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 3:49:23 PM EDT
[#5]
Josiah,

Can you confirm or deny the snek questions from the last couple pages? I know I wasn't the only one that asked. I'm concerned for a bullshit law being pushed towards us in Washington and am looking to stock up on lowers for my future builds. I will buy the regular pda, or psa stealth lowers if need be. But I'd seriously like a dozen of the snek ones. The lower seems fitting for what we're facing.

Thank you.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:16:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: sigking] [#6]
Would love to get a cool serial numbered lower like a 223 or 224 or such.

Wonder if they make a 666 one??? And if they do, would some people get freaked out about it.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:21:12 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By craig19:

Did you get an email with a tracking number? My order I placed a month ago still says Processing, but I received an email with a tracking number and got my upper a few days later. I haven't heard anything on the SF lower, at all.
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Nothing, I'm guessing because I'm using the PSA store here in Columbia as the receiving FFL.  All in house, but still different locations of storage and shipment.

The folks at PSA called me when the space force lower was ready to pick up, it was my first order of an actual FFL item.  Learning experience.  My Mad Dog lower is saying the same thing "processing"

I'm going to call them tomorrow just to double check, but last time they said they received FFL orders twice a week and then they have to be logged into the system.  I'm hoping to pick up this Friday or Monday/Tuesday,  if all is going right.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:24:27 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By sigking:
Would love to get a cool serial numbered lower like a 223 or 224 or such.

Wonder if they make a 666 one??? And if they do, would some people get freaked out about it.
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I'd love to get 666 on my reaper lower.

ETA: but I already got mad lucky on my spaceforce.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:26:53 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By giantpune:
222 showed up today.  guess i ordered just a hair too soon to get lucky number .223.

https://preview.ibb.co/dzy7tA/IMG-20181024-153102.jpg

I need to see about launching a formal complaint with PSA.  I only ordered this thing 5 days ago.  And now its showing up at my FFL.  The damn shipping department got it out the door so fast, they didn't even have time to slap a tracking number or send me an email.
The thing go here so fast, I may have gotten whiplash.
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Ordered on 19th but SNFU with my FFL man delayed me until 22'nd to get it rectified...that said... Havent heard anything from PSA or FFL. Suppose its for the good cuz orded a PSA PX9 yesterday.... get them all at once...

Funny how the SN's are being sent.. For there being like 2500 made... Dont think Ive seen anything above 1000 reported ..at least on here....and you get a low number after such a late order?
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:30:41 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By beitodesstrafe:

I'd love to get 666 on my reaper lower.

ETA: but I already got mad lucky on my spaceforce.
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My thoughts exactly.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:37:12 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By chargerdude70:
Ordered on 19th but SNFU with my FFL man delayed me until 22'nd to get it rectified...that said... Havent heard anything from PSA or FFL. Suppose its for the good cuz orded a PSA PX9 yesterday.... get them all at once...

Funny how the SN's are being sent.. For there being like 2500 made... Dont think Ive seen anything above 1000 reported ..at least on here....and you get a low number after such a late order?
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Originally Posted By chargerdude70:
Originally Posted By giantpune:
222 showed up today.  guess i ordered just a hair too soon to get lucky number .223.

https://preview.ibb.co/dzy7tA/IMG-20181024-153102.jpg

I need to see about launching a formal complaint with PSA.  I only ordered this thing 5 days ago.  And now its showing up at my FFL.  The damn shipping department got it out the door so fast, they didn't even have time to slap a tracking number or send me an email.
The thing go here so fast, I may have gotten whiplash.
Ordered on 19th but SNFU with my FFL man delayed me until 22'nd to get it rectified...that said... Havent heard anything from PSA or FFL. Suppose its for the good cuz orded a PSA PX9 yesterday.... get them all at once...

Funny how the SN's are being sent.. For there being like 2500 made... Dont think Ive seen anything above 1000 reported ..at least on here....and you get a low number after such a late order?
iirc the Space Force was 2250 made. So far I haven't seen a quantity on Mattis produced. Mattis seems more niche, they may have only made 500.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:47:39 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By chargerdude70:....and you get a low number after such a late order?
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Early order.  This is my Mathis lower.  I was using that chrome plugin and refreshing the page and bought it the instant they went on sale.

My space gunner lowers are numbers 152 and 152, posted like 20 pages back.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 4:47:45 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 10/24/2018 5:01:35 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
@TheTallest

I haven't range tested it yet...  Might not eject quite right.  I'll let you know.

Playing around in the shop with it, ejection seems weak.  I think it might be constricting the extractor movement as it comes back into the thinner area the bolt handle travels in, right at the rear of the ejection port.

I plan to try it out tomorrow.  I will update then.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/219075/IMG_20181018_213549-709735.jpg

Edit -

I thought I might get away with using a 9mm spacer to force ejection further forward, but it is just short of picking up another round.  
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I also bought an side charger upper like yours (lefthanded from BCA). Since it is a 223/5.56 BCG, how did you set up for the.458 socom? Isn't that a different BCG and also the barrel with M4 ramped extension

@BoRdErBaCoN
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 5:16:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Doodles] [#15]
I got the call.

Sec. Mattis is patiently waiting for me at my FFL.

Tomorrow AM
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 5:19:22 PM EDT
[Last Edit: sigking] [#16]
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Originally Posted By PalmettoStateArmory:
You can buy as many as you want!

Thanks,

Josiah
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Originally Posted By PalmettoStateArmory:
Originally Posted By Getnlwr:
Josiah,

Can you confirm or deny the snek questions from the last couple pages? I know I wasn't the only one that asked. I'm concerned for a bullshit law being pushed towards us in Washington and am looking to stock up on lowers for my future builds. I will buy the regular pda, or psa stealth lowers if need be. But I'd seriously like a dozen of the snek ones. The lower seems fitting for what we're facing.

Thank you.
You can buy as many as you want!

Thanks,

Josiah
Great, at least the 2 per person limit  was well liked by my bank account.

IMO the snek lower is going to fly out the store.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 5:27:35 PM EDT
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Considering an M16A4 build with my Christmas lower, because...
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Link Posted: 10/24/2018 5:29:09 PM EDT
[#18]
Other internet things I’d like to see turned into a themed lower:

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Link Posted: 10/24/2018 5:57:04 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BoRdErBaCoN] [#19]


Ok guys.  I'll go back and tag people that were wondering when I get to a computer...  Too much work on my phone.  I'd probably stroke out in frustration.

Short answer is - the BCA side charger will work with .458 Socom - all you need to change is the BOLT.  (Not the whole BCG)

KAK 8" econo barrel.  Strike Industries gas block.  Cheap Brownell's gas tube.  KAK bolt in the BCA carrier that came with the upper.

SLR rail 7.5" for those who were wondering - got it in the EE because it looked Spacey.

Spikes ST-2 buffer - standard spring.

POF 3.5 single stage flat trigger.

Sweet Magpul sunglasses and hat.  

Strike trigger guard because it is rediculous.

BCM mod 0 grip (I think) - and a Palmetto build kit with SBA3 brace.

Ammo was 4 rounds of Xcaliber 300gr - 1850FPS.

Ejection was clean, but they didn't go far.  All in same spot, landed right on the table next to me.  
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 6:49:35 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MTShooter] [#20]
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au558dxCkJo

Ok guys.  I'll go back and tag people that were wondering when I get to a computer...  Too much work on my phone.  I'd probably stroke out in frustration.

Short answer is - the BCA side charger will work with .458 Socom - all you need to change is the BOLT.  (Not the whole BCG)

KAK 8" econo barrel.  Strike Industries gas block.  Cheap Brownell's gas tube.  KAK bolt in the BCA carrier that came with the upper.

SLR rail 7.5" for those who were wondering - got it in the EE because it looked Spacey.

Spikes ST-2 buffer - standard spring.

POF 3.5 single stage flat trigger.

Sweet Magpul sunglasses and hat.  

Strike trigger guard because it is rediculous.

BCM mod 0 grip (I think) - and a Palmetto build kit with SBA3 brace.

Ammo was 4 rounds of Xcaliber 300gr - 1850FPS.

Ejection was clean, but they didn't go far.  All in same spot, landed right on the table next to me.  
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So, the bullets didn't go far or the ejected shells didn't go far....not enough coffee today to help my reading comprehension.
And, what was total cost for the build as setup?
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 6:58:01 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By MTShooter:

So, the bullets didn't go far or the ejected shells didn't go far....not enough coffee today to help my reading comprehension.
And, what was total cost for the build as setup?
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The projectiles (bullets) only went as far as the backstop.



I'm talking about the brass upon ejection - it only went about 4-5 feet - landed consistently in one neat little pile though at about 3 or 4 o'clock.

You're making me do my homework here.  

I'll sit down and figure out what it cost all together when I get home...  Keep in mind I had some used parts from the EE - so it will vary slightly.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 7:04:23 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au558dxCkJo

Ok guys.  I'll go back and tag people that were wondering when I get to a computer...  Too much work on my phone.  I'd probably stroke out in frustration.

Short answer is - the BCA side charger will work with .458 Socom - all you need to change is the BOLT.  (Not the whole BCG)

KAK 8" econo barrel.  Strike Industries gas block.  Cheap Brownell's gas tube.  KAK bolt in the BCA carrier that came with the upper.

SLR rail 7.5" for those who were wondering - got it in the EE because it looked Spacey.

Spikes ST-2 buffer - standard spring.

POF 3.5 single stage flat trigger.

Sweet Magpul sunglasses and hat.  

Strike trigger guard because it is rediculous.

BCM mod 0 grip (I think) - and a Palmetto build kit with SBA3 brace.

Ammo was 4 rounds of Xcaliber 300gr - 1850FPS.

Ejection was clean, but they didn't go far.  All in same spot, landed right on the table next to me.  
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Very cool. Thanks for the vid.

Now I want one.

Must not
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 7:09:27 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Thor] [#23]
Added 11" worth of a 1/2" rail riser and a reflex. Thought it looked kinda spacey-er.  Really need 12" to get the job done, but they only sold them I. 5.5" lengths. Also trying out the SBA3 brace.

Oh, and  this one has a BFS III trigger as well, cause Burt needs a voice.

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Link Posted: 10/24/2018 7:20:31 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
I got the call.

Sec. Mattis is patiently waiting for me at my FFL.

Tomorrow AM
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Did you ever get an email from UPS notifying yours shipped?
Usually orders I have that are still "Processing" will still send a UPS email notifying it's shipped and provide tracking.
I just searched my emails. No shipping notification from UPS yet.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 7:43:01 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TheTallest] [#25]
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au558dxCkJo

Ok guys.  I'll go back and tag people that were wondering when I get to a computer...  Too much work on my phone.  I'd probably stroke out in frustration.

Short answer is - the BCA side charger will work with .458 Socom - all you need to change is the BOLT.  (Not the whole BCG)

KAK 8" econo barrel.  Strike Industries gas block.  Cheap Brownell's gas tube.  KAK bolt in the BCA carrier that came with the upper.

SLR rail 7.5" for those who were wondering - got it in the EE because it looked Spacey.

Spikes ST-2 buffer - standard spring.

POF 3.5 single stage flat trigger.

Sweet Magpul sunglasses and hat.  

Strike trigger guard because it is rediculous.

BCM mod 0 grip (I think) - and a Palmetto build kit with SBA3 brace.

Ammo was 4 rounds of Xcaliber 300gr - 1850FPS.

Ejection was clean, but they didn't go far.  All in same spot, landed right on the table next to me.  
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This is good news! I'm also the first comment on your video!
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 7:58:59 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By HappyLife_NoWife:

Did you ever get an email from UPS notifying yours shipped?
Usually orders I have that are still "Processing" will still send a UPS email notifying it's shipped and provide tracking.
I just searched my emails. No shipping notification from UPS yet.
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Nope. Nodda.

Normally I great a tracking number but I didn't on the Mattis lower.

My PSA account still says processing for BOTH the Space Force and the Mattis lower.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:08:33 PM EDT
[#27]
Got my new upper in today.

Haven't gotten the parts for my Spaceforce lower yet... so it is temporarily sharing a home with the Gremlin lower.



Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:28:26 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By beitodesstrafe:
Got my new upper in today.

Haven't gotten the parts for my Spaceforce lower yet... so it is temporarily sharing a home with the Gremlin lower.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_195659-715946.jpg

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I saw you grabbed that ARAK...

Jealous.  
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:28:33 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
I got the call.

Sec. Mattis is patiently waiting for me at my FFL.

Tomorrow AM
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You already got your Mattis lower!

When did you order it?

I'm still processing on my SF lower from the 12th
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:31:47 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By beitodesstrafe:
Got my new upper in today.

Haven't gotten the parts for my Spaceforce lower yet... so it is temporarily sharing a home with the Gremlin lower.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_195659-715946.jpg

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You took Grover apart!

And I thought my cats had feline beer belly's
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:45:30 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
I saw you grabbed that ARAK...

Jealous.  
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
Originally Posted By beitodesstrafe:
Got my new upper in today.

Haven't gotten the parts for my Spaceforce lower yet... so it is temporarily sharing a home with the Gremlin lower.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_195659-715946.jpg

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_200451-715947.jpg
I saw you grabbed that ARAK...

Jealous.  
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:46:01 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By kbi:
You took Grover apart!

And I thought my cats had feline beer belly's
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Originally Posted By kbi:
Originally Posted By beitodesstrafe:
Got my new upper in today.

Haven't gotten the parts for my Spaceforce lower yet... so it is temporarily sharing a home with the Gremlin lower.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_195659-715946.jpg

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_200451-715947.jpg
You took Grover apart!

And I thought my cats had feline beer belly's
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:47:58 PM EDT
[#33]
Any news on the KS47?  Really wanting one of those lowers.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:50:47 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
I got the call.

Sec. Mattis is patiently waiting for me at my FFL.

Tomorrow AM
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Awesome!
I didn't get an email but I placed an order within the first hour and already had my FFL on file.
Maybe I'll get the call tomarrow .. Come on number 223!!!
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:53:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
Nope. Nodda.

Normally I great a tracking number but I didn't on the Mattis lower.

My PSA account still says processing for BOTH the Space Force and the Mattis lower.
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
Originally Posted By HappyLife_NoWife:

Did you ever get an email from UPS notifying yours shipped?
Usually orders I have that are still "Processing" will still send a UPS email notifying it's shipped and provide tracking.
I just searched my emails. No shipping notification from UPS yet.
Nope. Nodda.

Normally I great a tracking number but I didn't on the Mattis lower.

My PSA account still says processing for BOTH the Space Force and the Mattis lower.
Mine still says processing for the Mattis lower as well, I picked up my ONG 870 today but the lower wasn't there.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:54:50 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By kbi:

You already got your Mattis lower!

When did you order it?

I'm still processing on my SF lower from the 12th
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I ordered it 30 seconds after it went live.

F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 JACKPOT!
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:56:02 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ExecutiveMendicant:
I got a set of Gene Fields walnut AR furniture recently. They are beautiful. No regerts.
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Originally Posted By ExecutiveMendicant:
Originally Posted By Thor:
Yeah I'm back in. It's a perfect Christmas gift for my FIL and I can't pass it up. It's his favorite movie and I swear he watches it on a loop. Whenever I go over there around Christmas time it's on the TV.

Looks like I need to find some wooden AR furniture.
I got a set of Gene Fields walnut AR furniture recently. They are beautiful. No regerts.
I was pretty happy with the laminate I got from Boyd's too.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 8:57:57 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By beitodesstrafe:
Got my new upper in today.

Haven't gotten the parts for my Spaceforce lower yet... so it is temporarily sharing a home with the Gremlin lower.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/138374/20181024_195659-715946.jpg

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SWEET!
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 9:06:26 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
I ordered it 30 seconds after it went live.

F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 JACKPOT!
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Originally Posted By Doodles:
Originally Posted By kbi:

You already got your Mattis lower!

When did you order it?

I'm still processing on my SF lower from the 12th
I ordered it 30 seconds after it went live.

F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 F5 JACKPOT!
The stars were not aligned for my monkey ass that day then

It must've been a work day were I had to be productive instead of my usual mischievous self
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 10:10:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Doodles:

Nope. Nodda.

Normally I great a tracking number but I didn't on the Mattis lower.

My PSA account still says processing for BOTH the Space Force and the Mattis lower.
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That's exactly what my SF says from the 12th. I emailed PSA and got this:

Hello,

It states in our FAQ
under Shipping Times :

Shipping Times
When
will my order ship out?

Upper Receivers - Can take up to
15 business days
to ship out.

Firearms - (Rifles, Pistols, Lower Receivers, Etc.) Can take up to
7-10 business days
to ship out.

**Please verify that PSA has a copy of the FFL from your Dealer.

All other items - Can take up to
3-5 business days
to ship out.

When your order has
shipped, you will be updated via email with a UPS tracking number.

?

Thank you for choosing Palmetto State Armory.

Best Regards,

I guess I'm going to have to call my FFL and see if it is there.  They are usually dicks about that, so I was hoping to avoid doing that.
Link Posted: 10/24/2018 11:54:50 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BoRdErBaCoN:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Au558dxCkJo

Ok guys.  I'll go back and tag people that were wondering when I get to a computer...  Too much work on my phone.  I'd probably stroke out in frustration.

Short answer is - the BCA side charger will work with .458 Socom - all you need to change is the BOLT.  (Not the whole BCG)

KAK 8" econo barrel.  Strike Industries gas block.  Cheap Brownell's gas tube.  KAK bolt in the BCA carrier that came with the upper.

SLR rail 7.5" for those who were wondering - got it in the EE because it looked Spacey.

Spikes ST-2 buffer - standard spring.

POF 3.5 single stage flat trigger.

Sweet Magpul sunglasses and hat.  

Strike trigger guard because it is rediculous.

BCM mod 0 grip (I think) - and a Palmetto build kit with SBA3 brace.

Ammo was 4 rounds of Xcaliber 300gr - 1850FPS.

Ejection was clean, but they didn't go far.  All in same spot, landed right on the table next to me.  
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I'm at home now, so I had some questions about your configuration.
1.) Besides being a popular caliber, what would be the proposed usage for this round?
2.) Do you believe it to be superior to other calibers, especially for hunting?
3.) I'm really not so familiar with the .458 socom, so why only an 8" barrel instead of a 16" or other size and what type of flash hider is that?
4.) Would it be safe to say the gas tube is pistol length and is the gas block low profile .750ID?
5.) If one couldn't afford an SLR rail, what manufacturer would be comparable in style and weight?
6.) What type of magazine will work for this round and are there any mods to be made?
7.) Finally, who do you suggest for ammo components when reloading and do you recommend a specific recipe?

I'm sure I've missed something, but these will get me moving.

@BoRdErBaCoN

ETA: for clarity and flow
Link Posted: 10/25/2018 12:25:29 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By MTShooter:
I'm at home now, so I had some questions about your configuration.
1.) Not so familiar with the .458 socom, so why only an 8" barrel and what type of flash hider is that?
2.) Would it be safe to say the gas tube is pistol length and is the gas block low profile .750ID?
3.) What type of magazine will work for this round and are there any mods to be made?
4.) If one couldn't afford an SLR rail, what manufacturer would be comparable in style and weight?
5.)Besides being a popular caliber, what would be the proposed usage for this round?
6.)Do you believe it to be superior to other calibers, especially for hunting?
7.) Finally, who do you suggest for ammo components when reloading and do you recommend a specific recipe?

I'm sure I've missed something, but these will get me moving.

@BoRdErBaCoN
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1). It’s basically the big brother to the 300blk. Fast magnum pistol powders are generally used, meaning SBR’s don’t sacrifice anywhere near as much power.
3). Lancers are my preferred mag.
6)  It packs a hell of a wallop in the AR. 2000 ft-lb muzzle energy is easily achievable.  If it walks in North America, you should be able to take it within a reasonable range.
7). Starline for brass. Barnes makes some special 458 bullets for it. Almost any 45-70 bullet will work though, even wide meplat ones.

ETA:  for subsonics I REALLY like these.
Link Posted: 10/25/2018 12:41:39 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Naporter:

1). It's basically the big brother to the 300blk. Fast magnum pistol powders are generally used, meaning SBR's don't sacrifice anywhere near as much power.
3). Lancers are my preferred mag.
6)  It packs a hell of a wallop in the AR. 2000 ft-lb muzzle energy is easily achievable.  If it walks in North America, you should be able to take it within a reasonable range.
7). Starline for brass. Barnes makes some special 458 bullets for it. Almost any 45-70 bullet will work though, even wide meplat ones.

ETA:  for subsonics I REALLY like these. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/468179/E245A393-F048-4380-8FE5-6BC48849038B-686814.jpg
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Bless you, info was enlightening. Honestly don't get too close to prey or what we hunt here, most is 150-600yds. Sounds like utilization must be an SBR which means submitting for tax stamp or a six month wait.
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Originally Posted By MTShooter:
Bless you, info was enlightening. Honestly don't get too close to prey or what we hunt here, most is 150-600yds. Sounds like utilization must be an SBR which means submitting for tax stamp or a six month wait.
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No harm in a 16”. I wouldn’t do a braced pistol just because of the recoil.

I wouldn’t use it at any range you wouldn’t be comfortable with a 45-70. The short, fat bullets don’t have good BC’s and lose velocity quick.
Link Posted: 10/25/2018 1:52:42 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By MTShooter:
I'm at home now, so I had some questions about your configuration.
1.) Besides being a popular caliber, what would be the proposed usage for this round?
2.) Do you believe it to be superior to other calibers, especially for hunting?
3.) I'm really not so familiar with the .458 socom, so why only an 8" barrel instead of a 16" or other size and what type of flash hider is that?
4.) Would it be safe to say the gas tube is pistol length and is the gas block low profile .750ID?
5.) If one couldn't afford an SLR rail, what manufacturer would be comparable in style and weight?
6.) What type of magazine will work for this round and are there any mods to be made?
7.) Finally, who do you suggest for ammo components when reloading and do you recommend a specific recipe?

I'm sure I've missed something, but these will get me moving.

@BoRdErBaCoN

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1. You can hunt with it - I just wanted to make big booms and fireballs.

2.  It is very similar to the .50 Beowulf and .450 Bushmaster - I call them my big littles.  Big projectile, little receiver.

3.  I already have an 18" one...  So I wanted something different - I built a .450 Bushmasted A1 Dissipator for the heck of it - I'm a little unpredictable with my builds.  If I could have gotten a 6", I would have.  

4.  Yup

5. I like Matrix rails on JoeBobOutfitters - cheap, rugged and nice looking

6.  I use the Thumper mags from Windham - I tired the E-Lander ones from Adams (I think) and I had feed issues.  I also tried single follower mods, and trimming the front of the mag - but the Windhams just work.  I want a higher cap one, but haven't found one yet.

7.  I think I was using Freedom Munitions - they have a cheaper, big bore line.  I don't reload anymore - sold all my stuff.
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@MTShooter

I use a Bear Creek Upper on my 18" .458.

Comes complete - ejection port already opened up and with the appropriate BCG - and a sweet rail - for like $350 give or take.

I clover leaf the groups at 100.  Some have had less luck with accuracy - but I can't complain.

Edit...  I might be wrong.  I think my 18 is a .450...

I think I built my .458 from Aero parts.  They sell a .458 upper that has been milled out for ejection.

Bear Creek does have a 16" .458 with rail and BCG for $300 right now though.  

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Originally Posted By craig19:

That's exactly what my SF says from the 12th. I emailed PSA and got this:



I guess I'm going to have to call my FFL and see if it is there.  They are usually dicks about that, so I was hoping to avoid doing that.
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I placed my order on the 10th and it says the same. Mine is going to PSA in Mt. Pleasant for pickup and no word yet. I would give it a few more days until you call your FFL. Seems they are pushing beyond the 10 business day ship time. Had the same issue with a complete lower last month. At these prices I'm not complaining.
Link Posted: 10/25/2018 5:42:21 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By craig19:
That's exactly what my SF says from the 12th. I emailed PSA and got this:

Hello,

It states in our FAQ
under Shipping Times :

Shipping Times
When
will my order ship out?

Upper Receivers - Can take up to
15 business days
to ship out.

Firearms - (Rifles, Pistols, Lower Receivers, Etc.) Can take up to
7-10 business days
to ship out.

**Please verify that PSA has a copy of the FFL from your Dealer.

All other items - Can take up to
3-5 business days
to ship out.

When your order has
shipped, you will be updated via email with a UPS tracking number.

?

Thank you for choosing Palmetto State Armory.

Best Regards,

I guess I'm going to have to call my FFL and see if it is there.  They are usually dicks about that, so I was hoping to avoid doing that.
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Originally Posted By craig19:
Originally Posted By Doodles:

Nope. Nodda.

Normally I great a tracking number but I didn't on the Mattis lower.

My PSA account still says processing for BOTH the Space Force and the Mattis lower.
That's exactly what my SF says from the 12th. I emailed PSA and got this:

Hello,

It states in our FAQ
under Shipping Times :

Shipping Times
When
will my order ship out?

Upper Receivers - Can take up to
15 business days
to ship out.

Firearms - (Rifles, Pistols, Lower Receivers, Etc.) Can take up to
7-10 business days
to ship out.

**Please verify that PSA has a copy of the FFL from your Dealer.

All other items - Can take up to
3-5 business days
to ship out.

When your order has
shipped, you will be updated via email with a UPS tracking number.

?

Thank you for choosing Palmetto State Armory.

Best Regards,

I guess I'm going to have to call my FFL and see if it is there.  They are usually dicks about that, so I was hoping to avoid doing that.
FWIW, I got an email from PSA when my SF lower shipped.
Link Posted: 10/25/2018 6:30:48 AM EDT
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FWIW, I got an email from PSA when my SF lower shipped.
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Seems shipping notification is hit and miss. I ordered a PSA PX9 on 23rd. Went online to check status of SF lowers and PX9 shows shipped and will be here tomorrow, no email notification. Now it has to sit there at FFL waiting on 3 other items ??
Link Posted: 10/25/2018 7:07:51 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By SoLoudItHz:

I placed my order on the 10th and it says the same. Mine is going to PSA in Mt. Pleasant for pickup and no word yet. I would give it a few more days until you call your FFL. Seems they are pushing beyond the 10 business day ship time. Had the same issue with a complete lower last month. At these prices I'm not complaining.
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Oh, I'm not complaining. I have a feeling its at my FFL, based off of what everyone else has said.
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