When I was going through the purchasing process and decided what I wanted, the blokes at NIOA and Barrett went so far out of their way to help me. Mick Cubis is the CS guy that was helping me. Absolute chad. I love NIOA and Barrett.
The "New" Barrett MRAD Thread!!!!!!
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So, If I was looking for a can that I could use on both .338 LM and 300 WM, what can would have the ability to quick mount on both? Any Ideas?
Has anyone tried "upgrading" their MRAD trigger? I've always been a single-stage guy, so I was thinking of swapping it out, but wanted to hear your feedback.
Also, sorry if inappropriate, but im going to hold up another member of The Hide: @softcock makes some GREAT stuff. Here are pics of it mounted to my Eberlestock Sniper Sled, 52". If you run a multi-caliber rig, you need this. Period. Build quality is top notch, it runs perfect behind the accesory bags, against the main bag. Two MOLLE snaps and you're in. You don't have to unthread them or anything, just unsnap and fold the back of the pouch up.
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“You need this” “it”
I may be a complete idiot, but I can’t tell what “it” is. What is the product, and what does it do?
He makes barrel bags, quality gear, with MOLLE. He set this one up so it attaches behind the accesory bags on the outside of my Sled bag, against the main part. Now, my .308 is mounted on my MRAD (or my DTI SRS) but I can bring my .300WM and .338LM kits with me and keep it all organized in the field. No loose barrels inside my bag.
That’s awesome. I’ll have to look into that! Thanks for sharing.
I like the straight and two-stage trigger.
I changed the spring, set the second stage to 500/550 grams (1.102/1.212 lbs).
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I was really hoping you were going to say you had a flat single-stage you didn't like so we could trade LOL
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I’m having a surprisingly difficult time finding any info on how to adjust or remedy the extremely heavy 2 stage trigger. This is probably one of the heaviest trigger pulls I have felt on a rifle. It is crisp, but way too heavy. Backing out the set screw on top past flush is a no go since the upper receiver then contacts it. I am assuming that the only fix is spring replacements. Is anyone aware of a company selling tried and tested springs? Open to other suggestions as well. Not really feeling like purchasing an aftermarket trigger, so I am working with the factory one.
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I use this spring, it works fine. The second stage is adjustable to 500/550 grams (1.102/1.212 lbs).
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I also “liked” that ‘handling’ and it caused an internal protest. But when the trigger became almost perfect, I calmed down
I just ordered the spring, is it hard to swap out? Curious before I go exploring
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Replacing the spring on the trigger is not difficult, the main thing is to be careful when dividing the trigger and remember how parts were arranged.
I still need to list my MRAD and its barrels, but the prefit PVA made me absolutely hammers granted I had to source the extension kit from Barrett.Nope ... here's where I bought my last two MRAD barrels ... awesome product, fair prices, and really responsive customer service. Can't be more positive on my experiences here:
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I’ve read on here where some accidental discharge observations were made with the MRAD. I just had someone show me this and hadn’t seen it posted here yet. I’m curious what Barrett will do to fix the issue and if it will be something that they then fix for current owners.
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Greetings. Dunno if this has been covered, a search didn't pick up anything. I'm wondering what the max COAL is in the various MRAD mags. Thanks in advance.
So what’s the pull weight on the factory trigger with the screws pulled up as far as it goes?
I have only adjusted the screw to the top of the trigger housing, it's at 3.5 lbs
I’m not sure where you’re getting your information however it is not 100% accurate. 118 receivers did get replaced but of those 118 only 6 were cracked. It is a design flaw and issue that Barrett has sworn to have fixed (we will see soon if that is the case since we will be using all the new receivers going forward starting next week). As far as “15” triggers someone who has no idea what they’re talking about told you that. The unit in question on fort Benning was the USASC. I know because I’m speaking from first hand experience and I have been involved with the majority of the Barrett/picatinny/crane/devcom issues going on involving the mk22 in forscom. We had 79 triggers over the last 2 years “go down” be it firing on safe, firing upon bolt lift, sear not resetting, bolt not cocking, firing once moved to safe, hang fires, you name it. The solution is very simple and we personally fixed every one we had go down but GS civilians yearning for job security and Barrett’s GENIUS engineers didn’t appreciate that… You adjust the sear engagement screw and set screw to give it roughly 25 thou engagement instead of the 45-60 thou we have mic’d on them. Ther was no maintenance or 10 level tasks in the TM until tacom and Barrett found out about us fixing them and miraculously now your rifles will be deadlined if that happens (Gotta make more $$$$$) Barrett for over 18 months refused to acknowledge any issues and then after firing multiple people on the program they have started helping.. in my opinion it’s too late. They are in breach of contract and should be dropped immediately however when someone with a star on their chest wants to line up that post retirement gig that will never happen. Now the “fixed” triggers. Initially we were told these super fancy coated seat springs were the fix… they weren’t… now 6 months later we got 24 new triggers in…. 3 have already had the same issues… now that we’ve covered receivers and triggers let’s talk about the absolute disaster that is the untested POI shift during the trials. Why was there a test done to determine how much weight could be suspended from the QD sling cup but not one that tested a POI shift from prone to tripod or prone to barricade or bipods being moved on the forend… .4mils isn’t much on paper at 100 but at 800 or 1000m you’re missing. Maybe the bean counters didn’t care cause they aren’t behind the rifles but when we’ve put out multiple white papers, sent emails, had every hand in the mk22 pot on site to see these issues and students are coming to the course 3 years after fielding and still aren’t aware of this problem that’s an issue.. someone can’t admit they screwed up.. lastly the split jackets.. not a huge issue since forscom won’t see Norma ammo until at least fy29 however why after a sniper rifles trials are we now finding out that 300 Norma is unsustainable because anytime the ambient temp is over 80° you’re going to start stripping jackets? Now I’ve only seen that with the XM 215hybrid lots personally so maybe it’s been fixed by the geniuses at Sig ammo…… you know since they got the contract (the cabal continues) something tells me no since they can’t even load a 300nm round capable of 1 minute of angle. But alas the mk22 is going strong. The perfect SWS. Zero issues. And guys are turning in their 50s and 2010s so let’s forget about the word overmatch.
Are the receivers referred to above part of the production runs prior to the inclusion of the dimple? Has Barret always used the same trigger since the beginning of production? I have not had a problem with the receiver (with dimple) or the trigger. I would like to see some testing results for possible POI changes with respect to prone to tripod, prone to barricade, and bipod moves on the forend.
I'm glad that I went with the 300 PRC as opposed to the 300 Norma.
Thanks for your write up.
All cracked receivers we have had were pre dimple. Can’t speak for any other organizations though. Not sure if the mk22 trigger is the same as the factory one as I’ve not shot or ever care to buy a Barrett product lol, the new triggers look identical (was told sear geometry, spring weight and tension was changed). It’s a mechanical shift inherent in every single mk22. .4 mils low when going from a prone zero to tripod/barricade/prop or moving bipod from end of handguard to magwell, .2 mils low when bipod is moved from end of handguard to midway down handguard. No clue if that is the same for factory model either. 300 Norma is a phenomenal round in every system I’ve ever shot it in except the mk22. However I would agree 300prc is better in my opinion.
The triggers on civilian MRADs are 2 stage triggers as opposed to the MK22s single stage, does that make a difference IDK. I actually just purchased my MRAD last week and out at the range for the first time today. Only shooting 6.5 CM now and it’s doing great. I do have a 7PRC and 300 NM barrels on the way so am a bit troubled by the discussion.
My MRAD is about a year old with two barrels, 6.5 CM and 300 PRC. No problems to date and very satisfied with accuracy. I didn't realize that the MK22 had a single stage trigger. Thanks for info.
The triggers in the MK22 are 2-stage. I don't know where you're getting your information. The military hasn't used single stage triggers since the M24 SWS.
The mk22 I have has a single stage trigger and there is some "red glue" on the trigger over travel screw… I am so confused about all the information of mk22 online. So far the rifle is functioning without problems.
Awhile back I shot my civy mk22 in 300 norma with 215 FGMM, in NC mid-July, mid day. Shot to out to a mile. Not sure if it was over 80°, but given the time of year def should have been. Didn't see any issues, rifle was def sub MOA and consistent out to a mile.
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