pyzik Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 (edited) So, I'm starting off my first .308 build. Because I'm excited I thought I'd start a thread to share and post my updates. Plus, I just like sharing my pictures.Got a CMT .308 builder's set in FDE not long ago. CMT UHP10 Builders Set by Damage Photos, on Flickr CMT UHP10 by Damage Photos, on FlickrOffered a slightly used Rainier Arms 16" Ultra Match barrel and it came this week. Rainier 308 Ultra Match by Damage Photos, on Flickr Brake should be coming tomorrow. Not sure what all parts I'll end up using just yet. There are a few I know I'll end up with. LMT BCG, adjustable gas block (not sure which), hoping the 308 FCD bolt catch comes out soon. Edited March 15, 2017 by pyzik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted March 16, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2017 Brake came yesterday, a day early. CMT CRB by Damage Photos, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted March 20, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2017 Just a pile of everything. 308 by Damage Photos, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
392heminut Posted March 21, 2017 Report Share Posted March 21, 2017 That is some great photography! Nice parts too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted March 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2017 On 3/21/2017 at 1:22 PM, 392heminut said: That is some great photography! Nice parts too! Thanks! Just wishing I was putting it together quicker. Haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted March 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2017 (edited) BCG came. Got an AIM NiB. 308 Progress by Damage Photos, on Flickr Edited March 26, 2017 by pyzik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergeantsilent Posted April 6, 2017 Report Share Posted April 6, 2017 Hey, what mag catch/bolt catch are you using for that CMT? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted April 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2017 15 hours ago, sergeantsilent said: Hey, what mag catch/bolt catch are you using for that CMT? Thanks. Waiting to see when the Forward Controls 308 bolt catch/release comes out. Mag catch... It takes a standard AR15 right? If it does, Forward Control Design is also working on an ambi release which I'll want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted April 11, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Ordered an FDE STR stock, K2 grip and the buffer tube/kit today. Should be here this week. Not much left. LPK, optic and gas block/tube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted April 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2017 Getting there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beantown Posted April 14, 2017 Report Share Posted April 14, 2017 Nice looking rifle pyzik. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted June 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Well, head spaced and torqued yesterday. Can't wait to get to the range this weekend! I realized, taking the pic, I haven't picked up a mag yet... DOH! Still on the fence about what optic. Thinking a 1-6x or 1-8x depending on what I can spend. CMT 308 by Damage Photos, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Nice ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtallen83 Posted June 13, 2017 Report Share Posted June 13, 2017 Good looking stick, what is the weight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted June 14, 2017 Report Share Posted June 14, 2017 I switched a few rifles to the K2+ I like the feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyzik Posted June 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 Scope came. Think I might need to paint it. Should be able to hit the range again this weekend or next week. Scoped by Damage Photos, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPaul Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 Very nice! I painted a scope with aluma hyde. It's cheap and since you can't put your scope in the oven, I thought it was a good option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 2 hours ago, MrPaul said: and since you can't put your scope in the oven, I thought it was a good option. Says who... I Cerakoted and baked an EOTech 512. Twice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPaul Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 (edited) I've got some cheapo scopes. I'll try it with one of them. I'm still hesitant to put anything high end in the oven. I've asked some applicators about it and the response was the same. "I can do it but I'm not responsible for your scope." Edited July 21, 2017 by MrPaul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtallen83 Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 5 hours ago, MrPaul said: I've got some cheapo scopes. I'll try it with one of them. I'm still hesitant to put anything high end in the oven. I've asked some applicators about it and the response was the same. "I can do it but I'm not responsible for your scope." Licenced Cerakote applicator called Vortex, they told him baking does not void their warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 Cerakote doesn't bake over 200, but 160 should suffice.... Duracoat (and others) start at 250 get up to 500, depending. Be cautious of your equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 There was just a big discussion about this online somewhere. A guy tried to duracoat and bake a Sig P320 frame and melted it. Another applicator stated that he used cerakote in the same receivers just fine. If I find it it, I'll repost it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 here it is. XDMan bought a few test grip module sand baked them. He said the frames warped at 200, and started melting at 300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPaul Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 3 hours ago, jtallen83 said: Licenced Cerakote applicator called Vortex, they told him baking does not void their warranty. Since the scope in question is a vortex......I stand corrected. I guess the best thing to do is call the scope manufacturer for your particular scope and find out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 18 hours ago, Robocop1051 said: Cerakote doesn't bake over 200, but 160 should suffice.... It bakes at 170 just fine. Extend the time in the manual. Twice. There's a bunch of different cure times for the H-Series. Bottom line is experiment, and get your own times down. The stuff in the Guide is great, and accurate, but if you're baking something "weird," then know what you're doing ahead of time, and adjust accordingly. If you don't wanna bake it, just use the C-Series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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