The ROGUE bullpup conversion, in my opinion, may be a decent Range Toy/Competition rifle set-up, but it has no place in a working rifle role. The SAGE EBR is a better choice in a working rifle role. I have been asked about it's weight. The basic kit weighs just over 6 pounds… that’s before you install a barreled action and accessories. A complete Scout barreled action weighs just under 6 pounds… a naked Rogue will weigh 12 pounds and it only gets heavier from that point. If you are considering buying a Rogue there are a few things you should know about it. 1. It's heavy... it's heavier than any of my SAGE EBRs and TROY MCS that I've owned. 2. The Rogue trigger uses a steel rod to reach back to the rifles trigger, you feel the added linkage and the rod rattles. 3. Mag changes require a 'reach around' technique that is cumbersome and slow. 4. Optics require additional height... I used a riser and a set of tall rings to get proper scope alignment. 5. Unlike the SAGE EBR, the Rogue chassis is not designed to enhance your rifles accuracy. 6. The Rogue conversion kit is expensive, expect to spend around $1k to get a basic kit. Bottom line: The Rogue is probably the best conversion kit currently available, but it could be better... it could be a lot lighter. The initial ‘grin factor’ when you first start using the JTac Rogue is HUGE and it can last a month or more, but it does fade away and then you are forced to accept the reality that you are stuck with a fat bottomed girl that rides a Moped. Dino Brunetti, the National Sales Director for JUGGERNAUT TACTICAL, INC. reluctantly admitted to me that JTac sales have sky rocketed and it's mainly due to my sharing positive reviews, detailed pictures, honest evaluations and my practical modifications. It seems that I do a much better job of marketing their product than they have... that's why Dino sought me out in the first place. Understand that I receive no compensation from JTac for my hard work - nothing! In fact, JTach actually stole sales and commissions from me. The worst thing about Dino, JTac/Juggernaut Tactical is their total lack of professionalism... they are dishonest. Buyer beware. .
