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Recent content by mescalito

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    Eberlestock source?

    Ceylon gave me such a great deal, and great freebies, that I am constantly trying to talk myself into another Eberlestock.
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    Smith Enterprises, Inc. Suing over a forum post.

    These companies are trying to farm out their QC in the form of rumor control through the court system. Good to see common sense prevail.
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    M1A Smiths

    Great list. Thank you.
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    M1A Smiths

    None of the above in FL.
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    M1A Smiths

    Art Luppino, Jon Wolfe, Ted Brown, Gus Fisher, and Ronnie Morris of Match Service Works.
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    M1A Problem

    Is this cross posted on teamm14.com? There are some extremely experienced individuals helping to troubleshoot a similar situation. http://www.teamm14.com/showthread.php?14769-M1A-fail-Help!!&p=94269#post94269
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    M1A Problem

    Having a bent op rod sounds extreme. If it passes the tilt test then it is not bent. Put the old gas plug and piston back in after a thorough cleaning. You can be overly aggressive with gc bits. You only want to remove residue, not gc material. Call SAI, it is the easiest warranty experience...
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    M1A Problem

    You should not need to replace the plug and piston after so few rounds. It is definitely your gas system.
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    Sanction Motion Against SEI and Counsel Filed in AZ District Court

    Very well written. Looking forward to the update.
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    First Post, First Precision Build

    Looks like your property is big enough for you to take her for a spin in the yard.
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    Rifle Scopes Premier Reticles' Warranty

    Well done. Paul never ceases to surprise.
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    Custom M1As: SAI donor action or virgin action (LRB, Fulton Armory, etc.)

    If you're going the custom route, I would buy a Fulton receiver or LRB receiver. Call LRB, a lot of times people get lucky when they call. Cast or forged will make no difference in a civilian semi auto. If you can afford to put enough down range to test thresholds, buy LRB for the cleanest...
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    LaRue OBR 7.62

    Hanging up on customers crosses a line that no amount of exceptional quality can make up for. Quality attracts a customer, good CS keeps a customer!