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Posted: 8/20/2024 8:00:14 AM EDT
[#1]
 Attached FileRan into another problem fitting my weaver ring to that Chinesium barrel mount. Way out of spec but some early morning millwork solved that 
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Posted: 8/21/2024 3:28:53 PM EDT
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Hopefully get some better photos at some point. Just got everything installed.
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Posted: 8/21/2024 8:33:52 PM EDT
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For those with the Aimpoint 9000SC is the scope usable under nods?
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Posted: 8/21/2024 9:38:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By metalsaber: For those with the Aimpoint 9000SC is the scope usable under nods? They used to make a NV compatible model, but I don't think it's sold new anymore. |
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Posted: 8/21/2024 9:52:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: They used to make a NV compatible model, but I don't think it's sold new anymore. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Originally Posted By metalsaber: For those with the Aimpoint 9000SC is the scope usable under nods? They used to make a NV compatible model, but I don't think it's sold new anymore. |
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Posted: 8/21/2024 10:28:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By metalsaber: Yeah saw that. See that the normal SC model is still available which is why I was curious about that model. I'd guess not. Aimpoint's website refers to 9 daylight settings, whereas for the Pro it refers to 4 night vision compatible settings and 6 daylight settings. |
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Posted: 8/21/2024 10:30:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: I'd guess not. Aimpoint's website refers to 9 daylight settings, whereas for the Pro it refers to 4 night vision compatible settings and 6 daylight settings. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Originally Posted By metalsaber: Yeah saw that. See that the normal SC model is still available which is why I was curious about that model. I'd guess not. Aimpoint's website refers to 9 daylight settings, whereas for the Pro it refers to 4 night vision compatible settings and 6 daylight settings. |
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Posted: 8/22/2024 8:53:13 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By metalsaber: I've used a few dots that still work and don't bloom out. Was hoping since it's an older style optic the lower brightness setting might still be useable. Hopefully someone has one and some nods. I can test it tonight and get back to you |
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Posted: 8/22/2024 8:56:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By oldbrowndog: I can test it tonight and get back to you Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By oldbrowndog: Originally Posted By metalsaber: I've used a few dots that still work and don't bloom out. Was hoping since it's an older style optic the lower brightness setting might still be useable. Hopefully someone has one and some nods. I can test it tonight and get back to you |
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Posted: 8/22/2024 11:56:56 AM EDT
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Very curious as well! I didn't know the 9000SC existed but it looks much more "correct" than my CompM2.
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NC, USA
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Posted: 8/24/2024 5:37:02 PM EDT
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Quote History@Subpar What’s that sling set up? |
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Posted: 8/24/2024 6:59:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By crazysarge16: @Subpar What’s that sling set up? It’s made by a company called Hub City Outdoors, called an “Alice mod sling”. Basically, just a General Purpose sling along with an alice strap/sliding adjuster. Probably easy to make, but I have no idea how to sew. |
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Posted: 8/25/2024 3:18:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Subpar: It’s made by a company called Hub City Outdoors, called an “Alice mod sling”. Basically, just a General Purpose sling along with an alice strap/sliding adjuster. Probably easy to make, but I have no idea how to sew. Funny enough I’ve looked at his stuff several times. Almost had them modify a type 56 chest rig for me. About to start on a type 63 chest rig modifying it up some for my usage based on their stuff |
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Posted: 8/25/2024 8:21:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By crazysarge16: Funny enough I’ve looked at his stuff several times. Almost had them modify a type 56 chest rig for me. About to start on a type 63 chest rig modifying it up some for my usage based on their stuff I run a Hub city sling too, i think its the GI sling, but tbh i cannot tell you the difference between mine and Sub's. |
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Posted: 8/26/2024 9:21:49 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/26/2024 9:35:58 AM EDT
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I ended up ordering the Aimpoint 9000SC.
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Posted: 8/26/2024 9:42:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83: https://i.postimg.cc/BQvZwnbd/IMG-20240824-181254418-HDR.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/j5jkYmfd/IMG-20240824-181802986-HDR.jpg Cool, how quiet was that?
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FL, USA
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Posted: 8/26/2024 12:26:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Blanco_Diablo]
[#18]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By metalsaber: I ended up ordering the Aimpoint 9000SC. @metalsaber let me know if they're usable with NODs despite not having "NV compatible" settings, please! ETA: pic 
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Posted: 8/26/2024 12:28:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: @metalsaber let me know if they're usable with NODs despite not having "NV compatible" settings, please! ETA: pic https://i.ibb.co/zhD8gJB/20240820-172628.jpg   |
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Posted: 8/27/2024 1:54:25 PM EDT
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Ok so since there's no Weaver base that works perfectly with the car15 handguards I'm going to design and make my own. One style for 6 o'clock mounting and one style for the rounded areas. I'll use more robust hardware and make some custom backing plates too so they'll hold up under hard use. My question is should they be made to weaver specs or picatinny specs? Weaver has a .180 wide slot while picatinny has a .206 wide slot. Also would this be something I should make a small batch of and sell to you fine people?
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Posted: 8/27/2024 1:58:53 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
[#21]
The Weaver 61M has a flat base if you want to mount the light at 6 o'clock like many of the photos seem to show.
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Posted: 8/27/2024 2:30:09 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TNTundra16]
[#22]
 Attached FileIt does but it's just a little too wide and sits on top of the two ribs plus I'm not a fan of the tiny #6 screws. I'll design and cnc machine a couple variations in my spare time specific for the handguard. It'll have classic weaver looks but will be a more robust design. EDIT: I also want the picatinny/weaver slot as far forward towards the muzzle end as possible. Similar to the weaver 40A base. TNT |
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Posted: 8/27/2024 4:06:40 PM EDT
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I would say do picatinny that way anyone can use it. You’ll never notice it’s a pic width under the light mount.
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Posted: 8/27/2024 6:04:21 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
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You can also cut a piece of bicycle inner tube and make a little gasket to fit underneath it or a curved piece for a better fit to the hand guard. I would also never try to sue the screws that came with the 61M to secure it.
@CapnMike posted a link to some photos of how he did it near the top of page 79. |
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Posted: 8/27/2024 6:30:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheTacticalCoyote: I would say do picatinny that way anyone can use it. You'll never notice it's a pic width under the light mount. |
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Posted: 8/27/2024 7:20:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheTacticalCoyote: I would say do picatinny that way anyone can use it. You’ll never notice it’s a pic width under the light mount. That's what I was leaning towards. Some may wanna use modern attachments that use pic rail plus the old weaver works with picatinny but not the other way around. I reckon if someone wanted it cut to weaver specs I could offer that as well. I have sourced some #10 screws that will fit the build and look retro. I think my main problem will be brand interchangeability. My b5 handguards seem to match the colts but they'reso many other companies offering them. |
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Posted: 8/27/2024 7:46:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Cool, how quiet was that? |
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Posted: 8/28/2024 8:50:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: @metalsaber let me know if they're usable with NODs despite not having "NV compatible" settings, please! ETA: pic https://i.ibb.co/zhD8gJB/20240820-172628.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: Originally Posted By metalsaber: I ended up ordering the Aimpoint 9000SC. @metalsaber let me know if they're usable with NODs despite not having "NV compatible" settings, please! ETA: pic https://i.ibb.co/zhD8gJB/20240820-172628.jpg @Blanco_Diablo Got my Aimpoint 9000SC in today. I did a test just now. The optic is completely useable under nods. I figured since the lowest settings don't even register in daylight, they are "likely" NVG compatible even if not explicitly stated by Aimpoint. I only went up to setting 3 but all were completely useable without any blooming or auto gating by my nods. |
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Posted: 8/28/2024 9:07:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By metalsaber: @Blanco_Diablo Got my Aimpoint 9000SC in today. I did a test just now. The optic is completely useable under nods. I figured since the lowest settings don't even register in daylight, they are "likely" NVG compatible even if not explicitly stated by Aimpoint. I only went up to setting 3 but all were completely useable without any blooming or auto gating by my nods. Absolutely awesome. I will be buying one for sure. Thanks brother!! |
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Posted: 8/28/2024 9:36:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By metalsaber: @Blanco_Diablo Got my Aimpoint 9000SC in today. I did a test just now. The optic is completely useable under nods. I figured since the lowest settings don't even register in daylight, they are "likely" NVG compatible even if not explicitly stated by Aimpoint. I only went up to setting 3 but all were completely useable without any blooming or auto gating by my nods. Good stuff! |
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Posted: 8/30/2024 10:41:58 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/31/2024 12:40:39 PM EDT
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 Attached File Attached FileA little sneak peek at another upcoming project involving an old outdated low lumen incandescent torch for my budget pistol project. Stay tuned TNT |
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Posted: 9/2/2024 11:02:18 AM EDT
[Last Edit: bimmertech87]
[#33]
I’m trying to pick a sling and I’m between a regular bfg or ordering a hub city for my Gordy build. I’d like for the rear portion to thread through the N1 stock and not be attached by paracord. Any opinions on the matter?
Also are the front wire mounts for attaching to the front post still available anywhere? I guess for the most part set up like the post above this one. |
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Posted: 9/2/2024 11:12:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bimmertech87: I’m trying to pick a sling and I’m between a regular bfg or ordering a hub city for my Gordy build. I’d like for the rear portion to thread through the N1 stock and not be attached by paracord. Any opinions on the matter? Also are the front wire mounts for attaching to the front post still available anywhere? I guess for the most part set up like the post above this one. Edgar Sherman Designs is what I have on my Gordon clone. Probably my favorite sling, and they come in M81. https://www.edgarshermandesign.com/product/esd-sling/ |
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Posted: 9/2/2024 1:23:41 PM EDT
[Last Edit: towerofpower94]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bimmertech87: I’m trying to pick a sling and I’m between a regular bfg or ordering a hub city for my Gordy build. I’d like for the rear portion to thread through the N1 stock and not be attached by paracord. Any opinions on the matter? Also are the front wire mounts for attaching to the front post still available anywhere? I guess for the most part set up like the post above this one. I found my metal front sight sling extender thingy on EBay. Can’t remember what it’s actually called but Subpar or another guru hooked me up with that knowledge in this thread.  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/2/2024 6:52:27 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TNTundra16]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bimmertech87: I’m trying to pick a sling and I’m between a regular bfg or ordering a hub city for my Gordy build. I’d like for the rear portion to thread through the N1 stock and not be attached by paracord. Any opinions on the matter? Also are the front wire mounts for attaching to the front post still available anywhere? I guess for the most part set up like the post above this one. That one's mine. I'm using a usgi silent sling with an M16 top sling adapter. This is the front wire piece that looks like a paper clip. Got mine here... https://ar15sport.com/product/top-sling-mount-surplus-topslng/  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/3/2024 6:41:46 PM EDT
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Not sure if Maglites were still used in 1993 as a weapon light but I wanted to replicate an early Delta style setup made famous by Mr. Vickers
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Posted: 9/3/2024 7:44:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TNTundra16: Not sure if Maglites were still used in 1993 as a weapon light but I wanted to replicate an early Delta style setup made famous by Mr. Vickershttps://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/591334/20240903_173933_jpg-3312554.JPG I think maglites were probably done by ‘93. I know you’re not going for clone correct so please don’t think I’m criticizing your build, but I’ll throw some ‘tistic knowledge out in case someone cares. The Vickers rifle used in Operation Acid Gambit in 1989 used a long out of production modified QXL dive light with a hardwired push button. I had a clone setup for a while, but it didn’t really do much for me so I repurposed most of it. Kept the light though.  
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Posted: 9/3/2024 8:27:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Subpar: I think maglites were probably done by ‘93. I know you’re not going for clone correct so please don’t think I’m criticizing your build, but I’ll throw some ‘tistic knowledge out in case someone cares. The Vickers rifle used in Operation Acid Gambit in 1989 used a long out of production modified QXL dive light with a hardwired push button. I had a clone setup for a while, but it didn’t really do much for me so I repurposed most of it. Kept the light though. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/147863/IMG_7853-3312583.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/147863/IMG_5812-3312584.jpg I've watched the forgotten weapons video on his Colt 723 so many times I can't count but yeah the qxl is unobtainable and I've even seen some 3d printed ones. I even looked at the uk sl3 which seems to be the current production version of the qxl but I'm a retro junkie and as a kid growing up watching COPS on tv nothing screams 1980s like a big ol Maglite and I only paid $20 bucks for it. Not really planning on keeping it on there. I just like fiddling with stuff 
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Posted: 9/4/2024 4:00:52 PM EDT
[Last Edit: towerofpower94]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TNTundra16: I've watched the forgotten weapons video on his Colt 723 so many times I can't count but yeah the qxl is unobtainable and I've even seen some 3d printed ones. I even looked at the uk sl3 which seems to be the current production version of the qxl but I'm a retro junkie and as a kid growing up watching COPS on tv nothing screams 1980s like a big ol Maglite and I only paid $20 bucks for it. Not really planning on keeping it on there. I just like fiddling with stuff Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TNTundra16: Originally Posted By Subpar: I think maglites were probably done by ‘93. I know you’re not going for clone correct so please don’t think I’m criticizing your build, but I’ll throw some ‘tistic knowledge out in case someone cares. The Vickers rifle used in Operation Acid Gambit in 1989 used a long out of production modified QXL dive light with a hardwired push button. I had a clone setup for a while, but it didn’t really do much for me so I repurposed most of it. Kept the light though. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/147863/IMG_7853-3312583.jpg https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/147863/IMG_5812-3312584.jpg I've watched the forgotten weapons video on his Colt 723 so many times I can't count but yeah the qxl is unobtainable and I've even seen some 3d printed ones. I even looked at the uk sl3 which seems to be the current production version of the qxl but I'm a retro junkie and as a kid growing up watching COPS on tv nothing screams 1980s like a big ol Maglite and I only paid $20 bucks for it. Not really planning on keeping it on there. I just like fiddling with stuff You should run that in a night match. I’m not joking. Do it My schedule for night matches is kinda getting fucked until next summer/fall, but I’m planning to use my Gordon build in white light carbine division next time I can. I have replaced the 60 lumen incandescent bulb with an LED jobber that produces many more lumens, but I still wanna do it. |
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Posted: 9/4/2024 8:33:04 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Blanco_Diablo]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By towerofpower94: You should run that in a night match. I’m not joking. Do it My schedule for night matches is kinda getting fucked until next summer/fall, but I’m planning to use my Gordon build in white light carbine division next time I can. I have replaced the 60 lumen incandescent bulb with an LED jobber that produces many more lumens, but I still wanna do it. Dude, why is Florida so lame when it comes to shooting sports? We have FDCC but that's only once a month and it's a Sunday so it interferes with church. Other than that, I find it so hard to find cool courses or matches to participate in. I definitely don't know of any night matches that take place, that would be so awesome. I want to shoot this in a match! 
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Posted: 9/5/2024 2:54:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: Dude, why is Florida so lame when it comes to shooting sports? We have FDCC but that's only once a month and it's a Sunday so it interferes with church. Other than that, I find it so hard to find cool courses or matches to participate in. I definitely don't know of any night matches that take place, that would be so awesome. I want to shoot this in a match! https://i.ibb.co/cFdPb2V/20240904-203157.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: Originally Posted By towerofpower94: You should run that in a night match. I’m not joking. Do it My schedule for night matches is kinda getting fucked until next summer/fall, but I’m planning to use my Gordon build in white light carbine division next time I can. I have replaced the 60 lumen incandescent bulb with an LED jobber that produces many more lumens, but I still wanna do it. Dude, why is Florida so lame when it comes to shooting sports? We have FDCC but that's only once a month and it's a Sunday so it interferes with church. Other than that, I find it so hard to find cool courses or matches to participate in. I definitely don't know of any night matches that take place, that would be so awesome. I want to shoot this in a match! https://i.ibb.co/cFdPb2V/20240904-203157.jpg Doooooo Ittttt  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/5/2024 10:17:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By towerofpower94: Doooooo Ittttt https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/302703/IMG_5551_jpeg-3314065.JPG Ah man I want to! I need to just make it to FDCC one month at least. I'd have to run the Gordy clone and my WWII 1911  In the meantime, current project: 
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Posted: 9/6/2024 6:30:23 PM EDT
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Take 2 on this light project with a little more attention to detail to cure my ocd. Now onto the next light project with weaver stuff and a smaller lighter light
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Posted: 9/6/2024 6:51:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Blanco_Diablo: Dude, why is Florida so lame when it comes to shooting sports? We have FDCC but that's only once a month and it's a Sunday so it interferes with church. Other than that, I find it so hard to find cool courses or matches to participate in. I definitely don't know of any night matches that take place, that would be so awesome. I want to shoot this in a match! https://i.ibb.co/cFdPb2V/20240904-203157.jpg great state for ownership, almost new england-esk for gun usage. |
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Posted: 9/8/2024 7:20:51 PM EDT
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Swapped the gray flattop with an A2. Going for a suppressed version of Brad Oneill’s Bosnia carbine. The aimpoint 9000 is on my Gordy so a 2.5x acss prism will do for now. I think a choco chip sling is in order.
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Posted: 9/9/2024 11:31:31 AM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By --FLEET--: Swapped the gray flattop with an A2. Going for a suppressed version of Brad Oneill's Bosnia carbine. The aimpoint 9000 is on my Gordy so a 2.5x acss prism will do for now. I think a choco chip sling is in order. https://i.imgur.com/YOu66F5.jpeg |
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Posted: 9/9/2024 6:11:23 PM EDT
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These two always make me weep........
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Posted: 9/9/2024 7:18:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83: These two always make me weep........ https://i.postimg.cc/1XjkGmGD/IMG-20240909-175526007-HDR-2.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/0jjgKMw8/IMG-20240909-180212918-2.jpg Wow, amazing. |
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Posted: 9/13/2024 6:55:32 PM EDT
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