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Thanks Z, this barrel was like $400 off retail. I'll pm you as I'm a bit con-fuze-ed. I've seen people raise prices in a second, I know the routine. I hope I didn't hurt anyone. John seemed a bit sympathetic about me not getting quick and easy responses from Sig. He did ask questions and I did inform him if I made a mistake with the tube it was on me, that was clearly stated. I did mention other folks names during the conversation with WOA. Namely John M. from CJRPC who runs high power matches and the State Championships. WOA is held in high regard by many shooters and protecting their rep is honorable. Thank you @jtallen83 and @98Z5V I'm aware of the work you guys do and I one for appreciate it. After reading your posts I'm less ignorant, and most important of all a lot more SAFE, safety is paramount in this field. I must go and read JT's post above, nice looking piece of work there JT.

I'll strictly use this tool for gunsmithing and shaping DIY kits that are anything but easy. Small part prepping. Larger tasks sheetrock and carpentry I have pro tools for all that jazz. I was in costruction for forty years. It's this small stuff that is troublesome. Thank you.

Welcome from Fla.

Which rotary tool would you buy for your home shop now that you have some experience? Among many tools I gave away before my retirement move to Florida was a Dremel set up. It was an OK tool but sort of delicate. It could be me but it was on the flimsy side of things. Perhaps light and delicate is the way to go for some, but I prefer to cut something when it needs cutting and not nurse it into shape. I've seen the Foredom line but that is for pro's and wondered if there is some middle ground product I'm unaware of. I am trimming a latch for the screen door and all I could find is a German set of jewelry files and I'm about half nuts already. Ready to hit the $300 dollar button but will wait for some answers here first. Thank you in advance.

Suggestor-In-Chief, positions filled at this time, too long a list to post here.

I ordered an 11" tube. I spoke with Whiteoak Armory and with Sig. I ordered a custom 11" gas tube on your say so, because I couldn't answer John @ WOA's question with any authority. I respect everyone's opinion here and go with the suggestions. I spoke with Matt @sig. These barrels are intended for piston driven platforms, he couldn't give me a tube length because they don't use them. He would not tell me the barrel port size other than " ...about 2mm or so." They don't sell the piston parts as they don't want people building their own 716's. I understand that completely. Thankfully I was under the wrong impression about the 716 being not being produced any longer, or I would not have made the phone call. The 716 is in limited production. So I'm taking a shot at making a good rifle on a dime, so to speak. I know we'll make it happen and make it happen well. BTW I mentioned the folks here at 308AR.com as my source of interest and information. As of now I'm into this project for $85. $50 Barrel and $35 custom tube.

Let's see if we can figure out why they say online won't work with SR25 and the other upper. Gas tube length?

@shooterex Does the barrel work with an Aero upper?

Which upper did you use?

Trying to back out of this order, will call 8 central time. Owned a 716 for a minute, some time ago. Liked and still do some sig pistols so bought the rifle. I just did a little dance around the net researching this 716. No longer in production, not defending this comment, just my understanding at this time. I know it can be made to fit one way or another, something about an 1/8th of an inch off somewhere. Went to an auction place we all know and checked prices on 716's Two pages no bids, which I decipher to mean too costly for what you get, or folks perception of value. Most complaints were too much shimmy shimmy coco pop between upper and lower. Too much movement for an upper tier rifle. Too much meaning far in excess of the expected. Viewed completed sales within last thirty days. Any beginning .99 cent auctions ended at or near 12 hundred. Way off from the 18-26 ask. Tells me 12 hundred the go to price. A couple of sales at 18, I'm guessing someone with less understanding of the nature of the rifle and is about to get some eye opening lessons like we all did. Nothing like almost drowning to discover we don't really know how to swim yet.

Unbelievable price on that barrel, bought one myself.

Ball z 1 for sure. Nice video to watch and worth my time.

It is terrific fun and enjoyable, to learn seemingly simple stuff learned the hard way, and be able to save some folks some heartache. In my case I took @98Z5V's advice and shared it with a LGS owner. New respect and props earned, but through @98Z5V's sweat. Thank you Sir. Credit where credit is due. @Peachey I like the family plan idea, it's better than my thick molasses and quicksand plan. Sorta get pulled in and wonder how the heck I got here, who am I to have three builds going on at once. Once again fun stuff and very pleasing.

I believe I tried to watch that movie once, scrambled my brain juices into froth. I'll give it another shot. The Enablers-- have that made that movie yet? LOL

Cool on the pics. divorce papers a test to see if my post was read. Thanks for the caring remark Sir, but it was in jest.

Very cool.

That does sound like fun, let's us know if you catch something

Odin crowfoot. LPK 308. BUIS. Faxon BCG. Trigger spare. Muzzle. Superlative bleed off gas block ( manifold if you prefer). divot jig. Rifle case. divorce papers.

Received goods from Inet, terrific deal and packed really well. A no BS guy for sure, thank you.

Well, if they are looking for the sweet spot, or a magic round they need to look no further. I believe the 'Calvin and Hobbs' transmogrifier is available. Or is it still hush hush?

Withdrawn. I wrote something that assured my ignorance was complete. Hoping I still have a chance at seeming smart.

Hey folks, these are beautiful patches and just one more available, get it while it's still here. Not a piece of junk, and not a come on. Protect the 2nd with some free visuals, Easy peasy.

^^^ That's funny, and ouch so true. Perhaps we're the DogHouse Gang, Maybe start a section called 'The Pound'. I'm was in trouble way before I got here, just so much deeper now that I am here. I'm loving it by the way.

@98Z5V No, I have not seen the movie. I'll look it up. I like to save seeds. A mighty fine example of which is the $4 dollar a round seed. I'll find a way to innocuously plant that today some time. @Sisco, you have given me some valuable advice now and in the past. I found that entering any area of abandoning hope is best entered with other like minded folks. @Cunuckgaucho, we're fired, nice company of folks in that area. Lastly @COBrien, I'd opt for the can immediately.

Nice article, thank you all. I'm liking your rifle choice more and more. Terrific tool and training device. Thankfully I haven't been pushed any closer to the canyon rim and am safely 20 yds from the edge. Nice view from here. Good Luck with it.