Matt.Cross

Nicely done Shepp! You get a hearty hug and a firm pat on the back, that bird worked out beautifully!

I gotta agree that the LaRue MBT2S is impossible to beat. It's the best quality for cost out there period.

Yup, same same.

Thanks for the heads up Jim, much appreciated!

We're glad to have you!

Purty!

We're not here to serve folks once-and-done shopping needs. If you're willing to stick around and be part of the community, even for the sake of mostly selling or buying, then you're welcome. Show up and get a username just to buy the part you need, and disregard (and provoke) the members in good standing and admins when they actually try to help you, I'm comfortable with making the call that you don't belong here. It's really that simple. My antenna always goes up when someone will argue with a member but ignore a mod or admin to avoid confrontation. Ain't gonna work.

Bye bye now, I hope you get the point.

Amen to that. I've got a Fulton Armoy with over 7k flawless rounds through it.

*Sniff sniff* Yep, still hate 'em.

He's calm, and trying to help you as well. Note that most first posts outside the introduction section will be met with encouragement from the regulars to introduce yourself and make yourself at home here, it's SOP. We'll be happy to help you find one, but please don't be poking at the 'gatekeeper'. That Silverback on his avatar is a disclaimer, not a joke. Please do introduce yourself and stick around for a while, odds are good that your rail will turn up for one of our members and they'll tell you where to find it. Best of luck to you!

#1. Most of those points are not true, but some aren't so much false as they are opinion or preference. Definitely not gospel in any sense. #2. The only consideration you really need to make, is in terms of what systems are reliable and proven, especially in regards to the recoil system. Gas systems aren't terribly tricky as long as your gas port is the correct size and you have the correct gas tube length. #3. Unless you buy a barrel with an oversized gas port, or are running a suppressor, you're better served running a fixed gas block. I prefer the clamp-on type myself.

Welcome!

Ballistic Advantage makes a phenomenal barrel. I've got one on a Mk12 Mod 1 build, and it's a pretty incredible performer. Several folks here have shot it and may vouch for it, but I've been impressed by every BA barrel based build I've ever shot, and that's based on a half dozen builds and 3 separate calibers.

I've shot out to 1k quite a few times with an 18.5" barrel, with no problems apart from environmental factors. Point being, an 18" 1:10 twist will stabilize a 175gr SMK out to 1k with no difficulty.

Which is more important, maneuverability or accuracy? It's not a philosophical question, it's an application question that's specific to you. If maneuverability is the prime factor, go with the pencil profile. if accuracy is the key factor go with the heavier longer barrel.

Welcome to the forums, and thank you for your service!

Yeah, walk away lady.... Distance is my friend.

Well done!

Made me spray Coke all over everything...

Well done! Score another point for the beastly Grendel!

I've heard that story multiple times, and the catchphrase still makes me laugh every bit as hard as "Don't waste it, spit it in my mouth!". The Fall Shoot was awesome, but I'd be lying if I said it wasn't diminished somewhat by your absence. I lost count of how many times Tom and I both said "Dirk would have the hardware and brains to solve this issue..."