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you like the magpul miad best? And it fits the LR-308 like it was made for it I presume...

And what the heck happened to the DPMS website??!!! It's almost as if LR-308 rifles aren't even promoted anymore. And the DPMS Oracle only comes with a 10rd. magazine?

I put the Tapco SAW rifle grip on my DPMS LR308 (Sportical with Oracle upper receiver). I like the grip as it's larger than the factory grip but there's this unsightly gap between the lip of the grip and the trigger guard. The other issue is that the grip is hard plastic and I think I'd like something with a rubberized overmold to aid in comfort. The storage feature is a must. Is there a 'best' grip out there that would meet these qualifications? I'm interested in your opinions.

That's not quite true Tango. In Illinois you CAN buy ammunition and long guns without an FOID, but ONLY if you're resident of Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin, or Kentucky under certain conditions. See <a href="http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=1657&ChapAct=430 ILCS 65/&ChapterID=39&ChapterName=PUBLIC+SAFETY&ActName=Firearm+Owners+Identification+Card+Act."> FOID Statute </a> (430 ILCS 65/3a) (from Ch. 38, par. 83‑3a) Sec. 3a. (a) Any resident of Illinois who has obtained a firearm owner's identification card pursuant to this Act and who is not otherwise prohibited from obtaining, possessing or using a firearm may purchase or obtain a rifle or shotgun or ammunition for a rifle or shotgun in Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin or Kentucky. (b) Any resident of Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin or Kentucky or a non‑resident with a valid non‑resident hunting license, who is 18 years of age or older and who is not prohibited by the laws of Illinois, the state of his domicile, or the United States from obtaining, possessing or using a firearm, may purchase or obtain a rifle, shotgun or ammunition for a rifle or shotgun in Illinois. (b‑5) Any non‑resident who is participating in a sanctioned competitive shooting event, who is 18 years of age or older and who is not prohibited by the laws of Illinois, the state of his or her domicile, or the United States from obtaining, possessing, or using a firearm, may purchase or obtain a shotgun or shotgun ammunition in Illinois for the purpose of participating in that event. A person may purchase or obtain a shotgun or shotgun ammunition under this subsection only at the site where the sanctioned competitive shooting event is being held. So, Illinois shows the residents of those states more respect and trust than it does its own residents... Go figure.

By ambi-safety, did you mean this one: http://www.dpmsinc.com/store/products/?prod=871 or this one: http://www.dpmsinc.com/store/products/?prod=5818 I was originally curious about this part ( http://www.dpmsinc.com/store/products/?prod=872 ) as I found the application of the standard safety to be preferable than on the right side of the rifle. Also, received this comm from 'Shane' at DPMS regarding tactical bolt catch part# LR-11T ( http://www.dpmsinc.com/store/products/?prod=877 ) <quote> Sorry about the confusion, I had to many things going on at one time when answering your email. The bolt catches are a little different between the 223 and the 308. The LR-11T is designed for the 223, it will work with the 308 rifle, but it does require a little material removal from the back side of the top pad. If you have any questions please feel free to contact myself. </quote> So, it appears as though with a little application of abrasive persuasion, this part might be made to work. Anyone done so yet? Rich

I have the carbine DPMS 308 (sportical with upgraded upper receiver). I have that Eotech sight along with the 3x Eotech magnifier and the Midwest Industries SPLP fold down rear sight which folds neatly under the magnifier. Personally (no experience in CQB) I think that the Eotech sight is more for close quarters use and it's effectiveness is reduced over longer ranges. I think you might be limiting the potential of that 20" barrel with a red dot sight. You might be better off looking at the ACOG by Trijicon.

wrong part. Bravo Company does have the VLTOR BCMGunfighter charging handle in stock. Just received mine and it's nice. http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=bcmgunfighter Noticed also that Midwest Industries http://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/ has a section for 308 black rifles including a drop in (no gunsmithing required) 2 piece 4-rail forearm for the DPMS Sportical 308. According to Troy Storch of MI this is for the .308, the .223 version uses a normal AR-15 handguard and directed me to the MCTAR-17 for those who are curious.

Thx for the reply, I'll check it our. R

Greets, new to the forum. I have a Sportical 308 that I've upgraded with the SAW pistol grip and the LR-308 heavy upper from DPMS which adds the shell deflector, forward bolt assist, and dust cover that did not come with the sportical. On top I have the Eotech 552.XR308 with the Eotech 3x magnifier with the flip to side mount. To complement that I have a set of Midwest Industries flip up front and rear sights for use should the optics fail for whatever reason. Other than those options, my Sportical is still stock. I'm interested in some of the aftermarket switch/latch options available for the AR-15 platform but want to be sure that I'm ordering the correct parts for the .308. I'm interested mainly in the oversized ambidextrous safety lever and the bolt latch setup that drops the contact pad lower and adds the second to lock the bolt in place. I'm also looking at http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-GUNFIGHTER-Charging-Handle-GFH-Mod-3-7-62-p/bcm%20gfh%20mod%203%20762.htm as an upgrade option once they become available this spring. This part apparently is 308 specific as it has to be longer in order to accomodate the longer action/upper. I reckon my question is this: Will the other above mentioned parts for the AR-15 work also in the .308 platform? If not, does anyone have a source for the appropriate parts for my rifle? Thx for your input.