Looking for a coyote/prairie dog rifle... the CMMG bull barrel AR's look appealing
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Okay. Thanks again, Eb1! By the way, that's a nice rifle. Good looking setup.
Mshootnit - my thoughts exactly, but mostly based on preference. I don't think the anti-gun lobby is nearly as potent as they were leading up to the AW ban, and hopefully they never will be again. With so much pro-Second-Amendment legislation and a pro-gun popular sentiment, I really hope that bans are a thing of the past (I am speaking from pretty limited experience, though).
Mshootnit - my thoughts exactly, but mostly based on preference. I don't think the anti-gun lobby is nearly as potent as they were leading up to the AW ban, and hopefully they never will be again. With so much pro-Second-Amendment legislation and a pro-gun popular sentiment, I really hope that bans are a thing of the past (I am speaking from pretty limited experience, though).
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As far as a fixed stock goes or not. I prefer the fixed stock look and feel. I prefer 20" AR-15s, but took the opportunity to purchase a 16" with mid-length gas system at a decent price.
When I go out to just shoot with buddies it is good to have a shorter rifle. At the distances this rifle will be shot at, even when hunting, will be under 300 yards. Mostly it will be a dense woods yote get'r using 69 grain Sierra Match Kings or 65 grain Sierra Game Kings. This is why I went with a 1:7 twist barrel on this rifle.
I have a WOA Service Rifle 8/3 fixed handled upper with a 1:7 twist, and 77 grain SMKs are like raw meat to a wolf. So are the 69 grain SMKs.
This PSA upper has shown to shoot 55 grain Black Hills FMJ and 55 grain Soft Points very well also. I haven't seen any over spin from a 1:7 twist with 55 grain bullets.
When I go out to just shoot with buddies it is good to have a shorter rifle. At the distances this rifle will be shot at, even when hunting, will be under 300 yards. Mostly it will be a dense woods yote get'r using 69 grain Sierra Match Kings or 65 grain Sierra Game Kings. This is why I went with a 1:7 twist barrel on this rifle.
I have a WOA Service Rifle 8/3 fixed handled upper with a 1:7 twist, and 77 grain SMKs are like raw meat to a wolf. So are the 69 grain SMKs.
This PSA upper has shown to shoot 55 grain Black Hills FMJ and 55 grain Soft Points very well also. I haven't seen any over spin from a 1:7 twist with 55 grain bullets.
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After a couple of days of browsing, I ordered this. It's an Aero Precision-made, Surplus Ammo & Arms-marked complete lower receiver with a Magpul MOE stock and ambidextrous sling back plate included for $200, shipped (Props to Eb1 for the link to this site). It sounded like a great deal, so I ordered.
I picked up a (just one; I'll buy more later on) 20 round Magpul PMag from another online retailer, so all that I need is a scope mount. I like the PEPR and its type, but I wish I could find something similar for under $50. I found a "TMS" mount with pretty darn good reviews here on Amazon. Amazon is out of stock, but I can get one off of ebay for $28 shipped. Opinions? I really like the PEPR setup but I'm not sure if $70 is in the cards right now.
I picked up a (just one; I'll buy more later on) 20 round Magpul PMag from another online retailer, so all that I need is a scope mount. I like the PEPR and its type, but I wish I could find something similar for under $50. I found a "TMS" mount with pretty darn good reviews here on Amazon. Amazon is out of stock, but I can get one off of ebay for $28 shipped. Opinions? I really like the PEPR setup but I'm not sure if $70 is in the cards right now.
Did you see this in the specials? Not a Magpul, but it is $30 in your pocket.
http://www.karrisguns.com/ar-15-low...ete-and-assembled-lower-with-6-position-stock
http://www.karrisguns.com/ar-15-low...ete-and-assembled-lower-with-6-position-stock
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I saw it, but the MOE stock plus sling swivel plate sold me. It's $60 of upgrades for $30 more.
Do you know how long it takes for Karri's to ship? My FFL's been in for two days and so far, no communication as far as shipping. I hope it's not one of those multiple-day (or even -week) processing deals where they're waiting for parts to come in.
As for the scope mounts, I do have an old M4-style airsoft gun that I used to get an idea of where my scope would be mounted (shouldered the rifle at my preferred stock length and held up the scope with my left hand to look through it). It wasn't perfect by a long shot, but it seems that my particular scope has the right eye relief to not need an extended mount (I'm also 6'1", so I think that helps move my eye back from the receiver when shooting). Maybe some ultra-high scope rings would work fine?
Do you know how long it takes for Karri's to ship? My FFL's been in for two days and so far, no communication as far as shipping. I hope it's not one of those multiple-day (or even -week) processing deals where they're waiting for parts to come in.
As for the scope mounts, I do have an old M4-style airsoft gun that I used to get an idea of where my scope would be mounted (shouldered the rifle at my preferred stock length and held up the scope with my left hand to look through it). It wasn't perfect by a long shot, but it seems that my particular scope has the right eye relief to not need an extended mount (I'm also 6'1", so I think that helps move my eye back from the receiver when shooting). Maybe some ultra-high scope rings would work fine?
Nah.. It took about 4 days for them to ship to me. I don't think it will be a multi-week deal.
They may have a deal where they ship twice a week or something.
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Does the Magpul have a check rest that can be raised?
I have Magpul hand guards on my rifle, and I like the look of the stock you're getting. I might switch, but I have always liked a plain looking butt stock. I don't like a lot of moving parts on guns or motorcycles.
They may have a deal where they ship twice a week or something.
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Does the Magpul have a check rest that can be raised?
I have Magpul hand guards on my rifle, and I like the look of the stock you're getting. I might switch, but I have always liked a plain looking butt stock. I don't like a lot of moving parts on guns or motorcycles.
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Ooh I'm having last-minute doubts... I'm not sure if the MOE will balance the rifle correctly. I might change my order to a fixed stock if I can. If not, I'll just see how it works out.
The A2's have aftermarket weights available, counteracting long/heavy barrels. The collapsibles are handy, but they're light (which can be good or bad) and they can be wobbly... It's a tough decision.
The A2's have aftermarket weights available, counteracting long/heavy barrels. The collapsibles are handy, but they're light (which can be good or bad) and they can be wobbly... It's a tough decision.
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I changed my order to a lower with an A2 stock. From what I've read, it gives better cheek weld, stability (zero wobble), and balance. Ended up going with Eb1's suggestion. The rifle should be coming together as a whole sometime next week (I already have the upper and a magazine).
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Zombie thread! I figured I should post a couple of pictures of the setup I ended up putting together. All told, besides the scope and sling I already owned, it ended up costing me around $800. It shoots and cycles well, and I'm very happy with it. The RRA upper's barrel is quite heavy, but I can deal with it.
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