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Thanks for the reply. Being able to reload for pennies on the dollar is a pipe dream I guess. Reloading to create ultra reliable loads sounds complicated and time consuming

Forgive me for starting a new topic if this already has its own thread. I did a search for this and nothing came up. Basically, I considered reloading .308 & 5.56 and from what I can surmise it just isn't worth it. Any savings seems negligible and offset by the time and cost of equipment. My thoughts were confirmed by this article I came across researching the subject. There is something to be said about the self-reliant aspect of it. Being able to churn out your own ammo in the event of a melt down is attractive. Am I missing something? http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/2012/07/jim-barrett/reloading-a-costbenefit-analysis-part-two-2/

The most infuriating part is state representatives are exempt from these laws. The very definition of tyranny.

I'm genuinely surprised there hasn' hasn't been a small scale resistance/revolution in California by a fervent few.

My G2 is still new to me but in 250rnds I didn't have a malfunction. I shoot polymer tip cartridges too(Hornady Black). I was strongly advised to invest in Lancer Magazines by DPMS and the FFL. This was based on some failure to feed issues reported by shooters using Pmags and even the factory steel mag. It may be worth a try to see if Lancer mags help.

I thought this was a fair review. https://manlygearreviews.com/optics/best-1-8-scope/ "Most are probably scratching their heads wondering how a sub $500 scope wins best overall. Fact of the matter is this scope is not as good as the Trijicon or the Primary Arms Platinum in raw performance. The reason the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8×24 won best overall 1-8 scope is because it is about 80% as good as those other more expensive scopes all while costing 1/3rd the price. The Strike Eagle 1-8 was just released this year off the success of it’s little brother the Strike Eagle 1-6×24. Glass quality is right on par with scopes in the sub $800 market and will most likely leave you quite satisfied when shooting during the day. 8x does have a slight drop off in brightness, this is especially noticeable when hunting or shooting in the early morning or evening hours. This is somewhat because of the price point that this scope is at but is mostly a byproduct of have a 24mm objective lens. This scope has covered turrets that are primarily used for zeroing the scope. This makes the scope super compact and a great choice for the 3 gun shooter or hunter that wants the most compact 1-8 they can get. Illumination is daylight bright and works well with the SFP BDC style reticle. Eye-box is very generous at 1x but tightens just a bit when getting close to 8x. This is very common in scopes that have magnifying ratios of 8x. Bottom line, for the 3gun shooter or hunter looking to get the most scope for their dollar the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8×24 is probably the best overall 1-8 scope they can get."

I found the clarity to be far superior to the PrimaryArms 1x8. If the Vortex came with the ACCS reticle of the P.A. optic it would be perfect. I saw somebody sum it up perfect in reference to the Vortex. It is 80% as good as the Trijicon at 1/4th the cost.

Thank you, appreciated. I haven't. I'm also learning to navigate the forum though.

Gentlemen, I'm new to the forum. Part of the reason I joined is beause I ordered a new DPMS G2 Hunter. The rifle came in last Monday and yesterday I finally got a chance to run it and dial it in. I'm surprised more of you don't have this platform here because by my estimation DPMS really hit a homerun with this rifle (especially the Recon). At less than 8lbs and with dimensions very close to an AR15, the G2 series can easily be mistakenfor it's little brother at first glance. The rifle came with what is now largely considered to be an obsolete accessory, a big bulky quad rail. I made sure to order a 15" Keymod from Midwest Industries when I ordered the rifle. Additionally, a BCM Gun Fighter charging handle is on back order and I should be getting it soon. The outdated quad rail and undersized charging handle are my only two gripes if I were forced to complain. DPMS packed a lot of quality parts and innvation from the factory. Stainless steel barrel, titanium firing pin, duel ejectors on the bcg and a flash hider with an integrated suppressor adaptor. Range day; At the recommndation of DPMS I purchased Lancer Mags for higher reliability. With a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x24 and Hornady Black 168 cartridges I started the brake in process. After this I was able to dial in the optics easily getting about 2.5" groups at 100yrds. This should improve with practice and better familiarity. I expect 1.5" to be within my skill level. I then started to run some surplus NATO ammo (Malaysian made I think) expecting a malfunction. To my surprise after 250 rounds through the factory mag and Lancer mags not one single issue occured. The rifle ate it all up and put everything on target. I was able to shoot minute of man at 100yards with firing in quick succession as the recoil was very manageable making for excellent shot placement. Bottom line, it ran like a Ferrari and I can't imagine finding a better platform for the money MSRP is something like $1700 but they are being sold from $1200 to $1300. http://dpms-gii.com/full.html Michael

I had a chance to dial it in yesterday and run about 250rnds. I'd like to relate my experience with it since it is a relatively new design. Should I start a new topic or post in the only DPMS thread I found from 2014-2016?

I didn't get an assholey feeling from anyone. Besides, I tend to like assholes.

Thanks fellas. Look, AR10, like Bandaid, Velcro and Kleenex has become synonymous with all .308 Stoner style rifles. Is it technically correct? No, but it describes the rifle with little effort to explain what it is. Maybe I'll start using AR.308

Roger that! North Deland close to Delion Springs Even better! Just picked up my new one yesterday. DPMS G2 Recon .308 Vortex 1-8 Strike Eagle 15" Midwest Industries keymod BCM Gun fighter Charging handle Lancer Mags OD Magpul grip and buttstock What do you think?

Just completed my order Monday DPMS G2 Recon 1-8 Vortex Strike Eagle Midwest Industries 12" M Lok hand guard Rogers Superstoc buttstock BCM Gun fighter Charging handle QD sling from Magpul 3 Lancer Mags 200rnds of Hornady Black 168grn (more on order after its dialed in). Should all be here by Saturday

Greetings, my name is Michael. I live in FL and just ordered a DPMS G2 Recon. About myself; I am 38 years old. I am a Libertarian and detest partisan politics as. I am prior law enforcement (5 years) with much of that time spent specializing in drug interdiction. The last .308 AR I owned was an A2 style Armalite 10 years ago. I look forward to contributing and learning. Thanks.