Archangel14
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- Mar 16, 2012
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Gents:
The recent thread regarding "the better rifle", comparing the M14 against the M16, was really great. And it really opened my eyes about some of the realities of each platform. One of the primary concerns about the M14 (M1A) is the weight. I think that many shooters eventually choose of the AR15 platform because of weight (among other considerations). I choose the AR15 primarily for that reason. Yet, as one man, standing alone, it would be nice to have a rifle with some real "thump", and the 7.62/.308 is really attractive. So I got to thinking, how about building a super light AR10? To that end, what are your recommendations, in terms of parts to use? I wouldn't mind using a polymer lower with such a build.
Thanks!
The recent thread regarding "the better rifle", comparing the M14 against the M16, was really great. And it really opened my eyes about some of the realities of each platform. One of the primary concerns about the M14 (M1A) is the weight. I think that many shooters eventually choose of the AR15 platform because of weight (among other considerations). I choose the AR15 primarily for that reason. Yet, as one man, standing alone, it would be nice to have a rifle with some real "thump", and the 7.62/.308 is really attractive. So I got to thinking, how about building a super light AR10? To that end, what are your recommendations, in terms of parts to use? I wouldn't mind using a polymer lower with such a build.
Thanks!