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    Gunsmithing First rifle build.

    Re: First rifle build. jhnmdahl, Thanks for the input. The "SFGS" and "selective fire gas system” is just the current acronym that I am using for this design in the lab and reports. The 5.56 was chosen for stage 1 testing due to cost, familiarity, availability of certain components in the...
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    Gunsmithing First rifle build.

    Re: First rifle build. Thank you Greg. Here are some more details on the test setup. The control will be the rifle itself. That construction will remain fixed throughout the tests. The test comparison is focused on the accuracy differences between the cycle modes of the system. Mode 1 is a...
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    Gunsmithing Threading a Pistol Barrel?

    Re: Threading a Pistol Barrel? I had to order a thread adapter for mine to change it from a M10x1 thread to the 1/2-28. I think the adapter was about $45.
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    Gunsmithing First rifle build.

    Hello, As a new member, I apologize if this is posted in an incorrect location. If so, could a moderator place it in the correct forum section? Thank you in advance. I am undertaking my first ground up build on a AR-15 based rifle to be used as a test platform and Sniper’s Hide was recommended...