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Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Got the upper back from ADCO a few weeks ago and I finally got to test fire it today. Now I just need to decide on an optic. http://s31.postimg.org/q1telz2ij/IMG_1927.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/8pt20j917/IMG_1934.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/ja2zj4diz/IMG_1925.jpg View Quote That looks great! How did it shoot? |
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Originally Posted By chenault:
That looks great! How did it shoot? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By chenault:
Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Got the upper back from ADCO a few weeks ago and I finally got to test fire it today. Now I just need to decide on an optic. http://s31.postimg.org/q1telz2ij/IMG_1927.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/8pt20j917/IMG_1934.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/ja2zj4diz/IMG_1925.jpg That looks great! How did it shoot? Unfortunately I only had some M855 ball so it shot as expected, 2-3" groups. I shot all my 77 gr. so I'm definitely looking at reloading in order to feed these two. |
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Originally Posted By GaTacoma: Got the upper back from ADCO a few weeks ago and I finally got to test fire it today. Now I just need to decide on an optic. http://s31.postimg.org/q1telz2ij/IMG_1927.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/8pt20j917/IMG_1934.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/ja2zj4diz/IMG_1925.jpg View Quote |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
TA31 would be right at home. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Got the upper back from ADCO a few weeks ago and I finally got to test fire it today. Now I just need to decide on an optic. http://s31.postimg.org/q1telz2ij/IMG_1927.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/8pt20j917/IMG_1934.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/ja2zj4diz/IMG_1925.jpg I'm actually considering a TA01B, the AMU used it because the 7.62 BC is pretty close to the 77 gr BC. I've seen a couple pictures of TA01's and TA31 so I think either will work. |
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Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
I'm actually considering a TA01B, the AMU used it because the 7.62 BC is pretty close to the 77 gr BC. I've seen a couple pictures of TA01's and TA31 so I think either will work. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Got the upper back from ADCO a few weeks ago and I finally got to test fire it today. Now I just need to decide on an optic. http://s31.postimg.org/q1telz2ij/IMG_1927.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/8pt20j917/IMG_1934.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/ja2zj4diz/IMG_1925.jpg I'm actually considering a TA01B, the AMU used it because the 7.62 BC is pretty close to the 77 gr BC. I've seen a couple pictures of TA01's and TA31 so I think either will work. I'm going with the TA31 just because I have one. What did you have adco do for you if I might ask? I was going with the WOA SDM-R barrel unless adco has something better. |
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Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
I'm going with the TA31 just because I have one. What did you have adco do for you if I might ask? I was going with the WOA SDM-R barrel unless adco has something better. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By GaTacoma:
Got the upper back from ADCO a few weeks ago and I finally got to test fire it today. Now I just need to decide on an optic. http://s31.postimg.org/q1telz2ij/IMG_1927.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/8pt20j917/IMG_1934.jpg http://s31.postimg.org/ja2zj4diz/IMG_1925.jpg I'm actually considering a TA01B, the AMU used it because the 7.62 BC is pretty close to the 77 gr BC. I've seen a couple pictures of TA01's and TA31 so I think either will work. I'm going with the TA31 just because I have one. What did you have adco do for you if I might ask? I was going with the WOA SDM-R barrel unless adco has something better. I just had them install the rail and KG Gunkote the barrel. I'm using a WOA 1/8 SDM-R barrel. |
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Originally Posted By M249_junky:
Found this going through an old thread Origonialy posted by R0N From the Limited Tech Assessment SAM-R 1 • Olympic Arms FIRSH free float tube • Colt heavy barrel, chrome-lined, 1:7 twist • No flip-up sights • KMC scope riser rail • KMC low profile scope rings • Standard flash hider http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz337/R0N_photos/Mobile%20Uploads/SAMR1_zps602f6b2a.jpg SAM-R 2 • PRI specific parts (Free Float tube, charging handle, pop-up front sight) • A.R.M.S. rear pop-up sight • Krieger 20-inch Stainless barrel 1:7 twist • A.R.M.S. SPR full length rail • KMC low profile scope rings • Standard flash hider http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz337/R0N_photos/Mobile%20Uploads/SAMR2_zpsdd455ea7.jpg SAM-R 3 and SAM-R 5 • KMC Free Float Tube (FFRAS) • Krieger 20-inch Stainless Steel Barrel with 1:7.75 twist • KMC riser rail • KMC scope rings • KMC front folding sight • KMC rear folding sight • Standard flash hider http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz337/R0N_photos/Mobile%20Uploads/SAMR35_zpsdb4be9e9.jpg SAM 4 • KMC Free Float Tube (FFRAS) • Douglas Chrome-moly Heavy Barrel with 1:8 twist • KMC scope riser rail • Badger low profile scope rings • Standard flash hider http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz337/R0N_photos/Mobile%20Uploads/SAM4_zps200b0624.jpg View Quote Did all of these versions see combat? |
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Can anyone show a picture of how a Harris bipod mounts to an arms 17? I've tried to figure it out not actually having a #17 in hand. It seems like there must be a piece in the middle that screws to the #17 then the Harris attaches to that piece.
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WTB: A R M S #38 Swan Sleeve without notches cut out. Please send me info and price.
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The 17 was not used? I was reading the first page and it said the SDM-R used a Harris bipod mounted with a #17. I thought that was kinda odd. Everything else uses a #32.
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WTB: A R M S #38 Swan Sleeve without notches cut out. Please send me info and price.
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
You need an ARMS #32. The #17 is merely a QD rail interface, that is used in several different applications. http://www.militarywarfighter.com/v/vspfiles/photos/ARMS-32-3.jpg The #32 is the piece on top that is screwed to the #17. That being said, schaz has stated that these were not used/ View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
Can anyone show a picture of how a Harris bipod mounts to an arms 17? I've tried to figure it out not actually having a #17 in hand. It seems like there must be a piece in the middle that screws to the #17 then the Harris attaches to that piece. The #17 is merely a QD rail interface, that is used in several different applications. http://www.militarywarfighter.com/v/vspfiles/photos/ARMS-32-3.jpg The #32 is the piece on top that is screwed to the #17. That being said, schaz has stated that these were not used/ In the picture what is the piece laying on top the #17? I've seen some #17's for sale but they are just the base. They do not have the extra piece. Is that piece the #32? EDIT- never mind. Figured it out. Thank you for the pic. |
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WTB: A R M S #38 Swan Sleeve without notches cut out. Please send me info and price.
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Well guys, I scored a NIB KAC FF Rail from the latest batch that Operation Parts had. Now, I only need the rarest of all the unicorns....the KAC folding front sight. Anybody have a line on one?
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Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Well guys, I scored a NIB KAC FF Rail from the latest batch that Operation Parts had. Now, I only need the rarest of all the unicorns....the KAC folding front sight. Anybody have a line on one? View Quote Lol....that's all huh? I was a fsgb shy of a SAM-R for over a year before saying fuck it and turning her into a Service rifle match shooter. Good luck my friend. The one offer I did get was for like $700 and I'm not THAT much of a SAM-R fanboy. |
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Originally Posted By Davey_Sickboy:
Lol....that's all huh? I was a fsgb shy of a SAM-R for over a year before saying fuck it and turning her into a Service rifle match shooter. Good luck my friend. The one offer I did get was for like $700 and I'm not THAT much of a SAM-R fanboy. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Davey_Sickboy:
Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Well guys, I scored a NIB KAC FF Rail from the latest batch that Operation Parts had. Now, I only need the rarest of all the unicorns....the KAC folding front sight. Anybody have a line on one? Lol....that's all huh? I was a fsgb shy of a SAM-R for over a year before saying fuck it and turning her into a Service rifle match shooter. Good luck my friend. The one offer I did get was for like $700 and I'm not THAT much of a SAM-R fanboy. I'd do it for $700. I am determined. And, after all, it's just money. My wife can make more... |
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Originally Posted By mxdgood84: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7009/26903330642_190c1b10c6_h.jpg https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7724/26903283322_90a5c659dc_h.jpg View Quote |
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Oh my yikers that's beautiful.
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By mxdgood84:
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7009/26903330642_190c1b10c6_h.jpg https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7724/26903283322_90a5c659dc_h.jpg Originally Posted By JJREA:
Oh my yikers that's beautiful. Thanks guys. Anybody seen a DD M4 12.0 with either style lock ring lately? I think I may have a line on a octagonal lock ring or two but I haven't even caught a glimpse of a 12.0 the past few months. Last pic of the day, a west coast SAM-R in progress until I can find a steal on an ACOG: |
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Originally Posted By mxdgood84: Thanks guys. Anybody seen a DD M4 12.0 with either style lock ring lately? I think I may have a line on a octagonal lock ring or two but I haven't even caught a glimpse of a 12.0 the past few months. Last pic of the day, a west coast SAM-R in progress until I can find a steal on an ACOG: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7766/26930839951_19e753540b_h.jpg View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By mxdgood84: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Damn. Originally Posted By JJREA: Oh my yikers that's beautiful. Thanks guys. Anybody seen a DD M4 12.0 with either style lock ring lately? I think I may have a line on a octagonal lock ring or two but I haven't even caught a glimpse of a 12.0 the past few months. Last pic of the day, a west coast SAM-R in progress until I can find a steal on an ACOG: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7766/26930839951_19e753540b_h.jpg |
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Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale?
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Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? View Quote It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay |
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Originally Posted By chenault:
It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By chenault:
Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. |
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Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. Yes, my angus is indeed peppered. What do you guys think of using the GG&G folding front sight as a place holder until I find the real deal? |
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Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Yes, my angus is indeed peppered. What do you guys think of using the GG&G folding front sight as a place holder until I find the real deal? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. Yes, my angus is indeed peppered. What do you guys think of using the GG&G folding front sight as a place holder until I find the real deal? Honestly, I'd just go with a normal FSB until you can find the real deal, but the GG&G works as well. Is that the clamp on one? |
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Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg: Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg: Originally Posted By chenault: Originally Posted By JarHead94: Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
If you guys would stop paying that much for 'em, they might get back down to $500. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. Doubt it, it's basic economics, supply and demand. KAC doing a run would help, but it was never a heavily produced part even when it was being made so I doubt that will happen. Thank goodness I got mine 5 years ago, at these prices it's a spectators sport. |
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Originally Posted By chenault: Doubt it, it's basic economics, supply and demand. KAC doing a run would help, but it was never a heavily produced part even when it was being made so I doubt that will happen. Thank goodness I got mine 5 years ago, at these prices it's a spectators sport. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By chenault: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By Samson-Dogg: Originally Posted By chenault: Originally Posted By JarHead94: Stupid question, I know...but does anyone have line on a current KAC folding front sight for sale? It's not a stupid question, how else will you find one if you don't ask. Like Sampson I haven't seen one for sale in a long time, and with a part that rare the going price is whatever someone is willing to pay Very true. Be prepared to be in the 600-700 dollar range. Doubt it, it's basic economics, supply and demand. KAC doing a run would help, but it was never a heavily produced part even when it was being made so I doubt that will happen. Thank goodness I got mine 5 years ago, at these prices it's a spectators sport. Buyers decide the market price. If sellers ask $700 and get it without question, why would the next guy ask for any less? |
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For the folding front sight you paid that much????????????????????????????????????
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Originally Posted By JJREA: For the folding front sight you paid that much???????????????????????????????????? View Quote http://www.operationparts.com/kac-knights-armament-locking-front-folding-sight-fits-sr15-sr16-m16-ar-15-with-0-750-inch-barrel/ I'd say I got a deal. |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Thank goodness I got mine 5 years ago, at these prices it's a spectators sport. I paid $475 less than 6 months ago for one NIB, and was the only bid. Buyers decide the market price. If sellers ask $700 and get it without question, why would the next guy ask for any less? View Quote This. Knowledgeable sellers are going to research pricing and try to get top dollar and those looking evidently will keep paying it. The trick is finding one from a guy who doesn't know how sought after they are so they just look up msrp and sell it at a discounted rate. Like, say, 400 bucks on eBay a few months back that I somehow managed to snag after showing for at least an hour. Of course it was a stock picture and sold by a not-so-established seller who hadn't sold anything in a long time so I was taking a chance but it paid off in a major way. Just be patient and watch new items hit the board like it's your job. Of course I think it was karma having mercy on me after what I offered up for a vero beach ras but that's beside the point |
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Buyers, rarity and competition determine market prices. I would argue that if your seller sold that same sight on ee the price it would of gone for much more. Can people wait and find a deal, sure, but there are plenty willing to pay high prices to get in the game and for the knowing seller those individuals are what's driving the price. He's right he did get a hell of a deal at that price. The clone game isn't a cheap one and isn't for everyone. |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
This is very true. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Buyers, rarity and competition determine market prices. I would argue that if your seller sold that same sight on ee the price it would of gone for much more. Can people wait and find a deal, sure, but there are plenty willing to pay high prices to get in the game and for the knowing seller those individuals are what's driving the price. He's right he did get a hell of a deal at that price. The clone game isn't a cheap one and isn't for everyone. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> If that is for sale, then you know what to do..... |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
This is very true. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Buyers, rarity and competition determine market prices. I would argue that if your seller sold that same sight on ee the price it would of gone for much more. Can people wait and find a deal, sure, but there are plenty willing to pay high prices to get in the game and for the knowing seller those individuals are what's driving the price. He's right he did get a hell of a deal at that price. The clone game isn't a cheap one and isn't for everyone. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> Awesome, which barrel is that? |
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Originally Posted By JarHead94: If that is for sale, then you know what to do..... View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By JarHead94: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By chenault: Buyers, rarity and competition determine market prices. I would argue that if your seller sold that same sight on ee the price it would of gone for much more. Can people wait and find a deal, sure, but there are plenty willing to pay high prices to get in the game and for the knowing seller those individuals are what's driving the price. He's right he did get a hell of a deal at that price. The clone game isn't a cheap one and isn't for everyone. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> If that is for sale, then you know what to do..... Originally Posted By NukeThemTillTheyGlow: Awesome, which barrel is that? |
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what barrel is that ? thanks
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
This is very true. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Buyers, rarity and competition determine market prices. I would argue that if your seller sold that same sight on ee the price it would of gone for much more. Can people wait and find a deal, sure, but there are plenty willing to pay high prices to get in the game and for the knowing seller those individuals are what's driving the price. He's right he did get a hell of a deal at that price. The clone game isn't a cheap one and isn't for everyone. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Not a chance. Criterion. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By JarHead94:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By chenault:
Buyers, rarity and competition determine market prices. I would argue that if your seller sold that same sight on ee the price it would of gone for much more. Can people wait and find a deal, sure, but there are plenty willing to pay high prices to get in the game and for the knowing seller those individuals are what's driving the price. He's right he did get a hell of a deal at that price. The clone game isn't a cheap one and isn't for everyone. This picture should serve as a disclaimer for any prospective SAM-R builders. Roughly $940 sitting right here: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/wZ6qBV" target="_blank">https://farm1.staticflickr.com/324/20336801691_0cc675cfbe_o.jpg</a> If that is for sale, then you know what to do..... Originally Posted By NukeThemTillTheyGlow:
Awesome, which barrel is that? Whats the style/profile? |
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Originally Posted By NukeThemTillTheyGlow: Whats the style/profile? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By NukeThemTillTheyGlow: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By NukeThemTillTheyGlow: Awesome, which barrel is that? Whats the style/profile? http://www.fulton-armory.com/barrelfa20nmhbarss1x8plainmuzzle.aspx |
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Recently rebarreled my SDM-R after a barrel disaster with Superior Barrels.
Coughed up a Compass Lake Douglas SS with flutes. Put it all back together only to find out after I get back from range testing and sighting in that the 3 and 9 o'clock rails on my DD M4 12.0 rail are cracked about a cm at the end of the rail towards the FSB. What's worse, there's wiggle in the rail between the rail body and the locking ring assembly (these are the 2 parts held together by the 4 large spot welds at the 2, 5, 7, and 10 o'clock positions). This is not the locking collar that's loose, and I wish it was that simple. I'm guessing the barrel smacked the rail at some point as there are corresponding marks on either side of the barrel indicating contact. The 2 and 5 o'clock spot welds may be broken as well causing the wiggle. Must have taken a big hit at some point, just not sure when. I got the rail used some years back. The rail has been well loved, didn't looks terribly abused. Just a waste, as this is the octagonal lock ring M4 rail. Almost had the perfect clone. I still came close, but now the rail is damaged and I'm not sure I can trust aiming devices mounted on the rail. Anyone have any info on alternative rails that are clone correct? Update: I think I may have solved the rail wiggle and salvaged the rail--green wicking loctite, followed by red loctite. More to come when it cures in 24hours. |
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Originally Posted By JAR-SPR: Recently rebarreled my SDM-R after a barrel disaster with Superior Barrels. Coughed up a Compass Lake Douglas SS with flutes. Put it all back together only to find out after I get back from range testing and sighting in that the 3 and 9 o'clock rails on my DD M4 12.0 rail are cracked about a cm at the end of the rail towards the FSB. What's worse, there's wiggle in the rail between the rail body and the locking ring assembly (these are the 2 parts held together by the 4 large spot welds at the 2, 5, 7, and 10 o'clock positions). This is not the locking collar that's loose, and I wish it was that simple. I'm guessing the barrel smacked the rail at some point as there are corresponding marks on either side of the barrel indicating contact. The 2 and 5 o'clock spot welds may be broken as well causing the wiggle. Must have taken a big hit at some point, just not sure when. I got the rail used some years back. The rail has been well loved, didn't looks terribly abused. Just a waste, as this is the octagonal lock ring M4 rail. Almost had the perfect clone. I still came close, but now the rail is damaged and I'm not sure I can trust aiming devices mounted on the rail. Anyone have any info on alternative rails that are clone correct? Update: I think I may have solved the rail wiggle and salvaged the rail--green wicking loctite, followed by red loctite. More to come when it cures in 24hours. View Quote I need a little thought provoking side project. |
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How is everybody's A.R.M.S. #22 rings holding up? I still have the pair I bought back in the early 2000's, but I haven't mounted them on anything in at least a decade. I remember having a hell of a time getting them on the Olympic upper I had at the time.
Edited to Add: If anyone manages to find that damned unicorn of a front sight/gas block made by Knights Armament, please...in the name of all that is holy...shoot me a PM or post here in this thread. I check this thread at least twice a day. |
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Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Hate to hear that, but if you decide you can't use it, let me know. I need a little thought provoking side project. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By JAR-SPR:
Recently rebarreled my SDM-R after a barrel disaster with Superior Barrels. Coughed up a Compass Lake Douglas SS with flutes. Put it all back together only to find out after I get back from range testing and sighting in that the 3 and 9 o'clock rails on my DD M4 12.0 rail are cracked about a cm at the end of the rail towards the FSB. What's worse, there's wiggle in the rail between the rail body and the locking ring assembly (these are the 2 parts held together by the 4 large spot welds at the 2, 5, 7, and 10 o'clock positions). This is not the locking collar that's loose, and I wish it was that simple. I'm guessing the barrel smacked the rail at some point as there are corresponding marks on either side of the barrel indicating contact. The 2 and 5 o'clock spot welds may be broken as well causing the wiggle. Must have taken a big hit at some point, just not sure when. I got the rail used some years back. The rail has been well loved, didn't looks terribly abused. Just a waste, as this is the octagonal lock ring M4 rail. Almost had the perfect clone. I still came close, but now the rail is damaged and I'm not sure I can trust aiming devices mounted on the rail. Anyone have any info on alternative rails that are clone correct? Update: I think I may have solved the rail wiggle and salvaged the rail--green wicking loctite, followed by red loctite. More to come when it cures in 24hours. I need a little thought provoking side project. About a quarter through the 24 hour cure time. The wiggle is gone, and the rail is now as solid as any other free flost forearm I have. Not sure if I'll ever be able to take the thing apart again, but oh well. Put some drops of green wicking loctite on the cracks in the front of the rail. So far no more movement on the either side of the cracks. I'm hopeful I got this rail saved. |
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Originally Posted By JAR-SPR: About a quarter through the 24 hour cure time. The wiggle is gone, and the rail is now as solid as any other free flost forearm I have. Not sure if I'll ever be able to take the thing apart again, but oh well. Put some drops of green wicking loctite on the cracks in the front of the rail. So far no more movement on the either side of the cracks. I'm hopeful I got this rail saved. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By JAR-SPR: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By JAR-SPR: I got the rail used some years back. The rail has been well loved, didn't looks terribly abused. Just a waste, as this is the octagonal lock ring M4 rail. Almost had the perfect clone. I still came close, but now the rail is damaged and I'm not sure I can trust aiming devices mounted on the rail. Anyone have any info on alternative rails that are clone correct? Update: I think I may have solved the rail wiggle and salvaged the rail--green wicking loctite, followed by red loctite. More to come when it cures in 24hours. I need a little thought provoking side project. About a quarter through the 24 hour cure time. The wiggle is gone, and the rail is now as solid as any other free flost forearm I have. Not sure if I'll ever be able to take the thing apart again, but oh well. Put some drops of green wicking loctite on the cracks in the front of the rail. So far no more movement on the either side of the cracks. I'm hopeful I got this rail saved. Originally Posted By JarHead94: How is everybody's A.R.M.S. #22 rings holding up? I still have the pair I bought back in the early 2000's, but I haven't mounted them on anything in at least a decade. I remember having a hell of a time getting them on the Olympic upper I had at the time. You can turn the levers by hand, but it ain't easy. |
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Originally Posted By JAR-SPR:
About a quarter through the 24 hour cure time. The wiggle is gone, and the rail is now as solid as any other free flost forearm I have. Not sure if I'll ever be able to take the thing apart again, but oh well. Put some drops of green wicking loctite on the cracks in the front of the rail. So far no more movement on the either side of the cracks. I'm hopeful I got this rail saved. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By JAR-SPR:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By JAR-SPR:
Recently rebarreled my SDM-R after a barrel disaster with Superior Barrels. Coughed up a Compass Lake Douglas SS with flutes. Put it all back together only to find out after I get back from range testing and sighting in that the 3 and 9 o'clock rails on my DD M4 12.0 rail are cracked about a cm at the end of the rail towards the FSB. What's worse, there's wiggle in the rail between the rail body and the locking ring assembly (these are the 2 parts held together by the 4 large spot welds at the 2, 5, 7, and 10 o'clock positions). This is not the locking collar that's loose, and I wish it was that simple. I'm guessing the barrel smacked the rail at some point as there are corresponding marks on either side of the barrel indicating contact. The 2 and 5 o'clock spot welds may be broken as well causing the wiggle. Must have taken a big hit at some point, just not sure when. I got the rail used some years back. The rail has been well loved, didn't looks terribly abused. Just a waste, as this is the octagonal lock ring M4 rail. Almost had the perfect clone. I still came close, but now the rail is damaged and I'm not sure I can trust aiming devices mounted on the rail. Anyone have any info on alternative rails that are clone correct? Update: I think I may have solved the rail wiggle and salvaged the rail--green wicking loctite, followed by red loctite. More to come when it cures in 24hours. I need a little thought provoking side project. About a quarter through the 24 hour cure time. The wiggle is gone, and the rail is now as solid as any other free flost forearm I have. Not sure if I'll ever be able to take the thing apart again, but oh well. Put some drops of green wicking loctite on the cracks in the front of the rail. So far no more movement on the either side of the cracks. I'm hopeful I got this rail saved. After 24 hours, solid repair. Red and green loctite is quite useful. There's actually a little irony with the use of red loctite with getting this rifle back to working that's associated with this particular rifle build if anyone wants to know. But I won't derail this thread unless OP is okay with me sharing, Also had a chance to zero today and got about 1.25" 100yd 5-shot groups with Win 55gr .223 white box using irons with the occasional flyer. I'm calling this build done, finally. Now the search for a TA-31F. Would anyone like to donate one to me? |
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