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    What's your favorite WW2 and older bolt rifle and why?

    +10 and I'll add the M1917's and No4 LE's.
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    World War 2 Sniper rifles

    I would avoid Mitchell Mauser on moral grounds, the Gibbs are built on recovered drill rifles and by all accounts are good shooters. In the long run buying a real siper would be the best bet. It's resale is going to increase, a repro is going to decrease. AIM is selling 91/30 PU's at $550 and...
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    My Enfield no.4 mkII 303 british!!!!!!!

    Re: My Enfield no.4 mkII 303 british!!!!!!! The first 132K No4's made by Savage-Stevens Co. of Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts had the standard bolt release. Then they went to the war time expedient release and the MkI* destination. The scope mount is a newer version of the SK with a rail...
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    DPMS MK12 barrel/ spr build (update w/pics)

    Re: DPMS MK12 barrel <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BoilerUP</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Not the OP, but I really appreciate the feedback from folks who have first-hand experience with this barrel. I'm seriously looking into a "budget...
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    Rifle Scopes were do I find scope base screws

    Re: were do I find scope base screws Check Brownells or Midway. Common sizes are 6-48, 8-40 in Fillister head and oval head. Pachmayr has a box O'screws that covers most size and length requirements.
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    Magpul PRS vs UBR stock

    Re: Magpul PRS vs UBR stock <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Snyper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I currently own both and have to say, in my opinion, they are 2 different animals for 2 different uses. The biggest difference between the 2 is the...
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    Czech Mauser S/N decipher help Please

    Re: Czech Mauser S/N decipher help Please <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">These rifles were built/refurbed from M24 actions from other countries after WW2.</div></div> The M24/47 is built on the M1924 YUGO rifle. The first 50k of...
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    AR10 and DPMS question--

    Re: AR10 and DPMS question-- <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: green338</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thank you for the response! I'm using a AR10 Magpul PRS and an A2 receiver tube. I was about to buy a DPMS buffer and spring, but got a little...
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    Watch out Ar 308 makers and smiths

    Re: Watch out Ar 308 makers and smiths <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Original_Copy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">copy/paste...
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    Armalite AR-10 National Match or Gap-10

    Re: Armalite AR-10 National Match or Gap-10 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">this would probably end up my precision weapon for a SHTF or WROL situation.</div></div> Consider the new AR-10A model that uses the SR-25 magazines. You...
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    KNS Precision Anti-RotaRotating Trigger/Hammer Pin

    Re: KNS Precision Anti-RotaRotating Trigger/Hammer Pin <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jerseymike</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ive got thousands and thousands of rounds thru several ARs (personal and agency owned) none of them had the pins come...
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    6.5 grendel upper

    Re: 6.5 grendel upper Couple of local guys have built 16" Grendels. They use a adjustable gas tube and have been getting some amazing results. A 16-18" mid-length should be a sweetheart. There are so many more choices these days than when I assembled my 24" A Arms G. Hornady 123 amax is...
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    DPMS MK12 barrel/ spr build (update w/pics)

    Re: DPMS MK12 barrel <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Megahoser</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have their mini-sass 1:8 heavy 18" barrel on an SPR, and I think they are decent barrels. YRMV...but with bulk 62grs, I have shot under 1moa groups at...
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    Colt 901 questions

    Re: Colt 901 questions <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Redhooker</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I would guess yes, as the 5.56 mono upper is proprietary and requires a special tool. Contact these guys for definitive info: specialized armament...
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    Ar lowers, whats the real difference

    Re: Ar lowers, whats the real difference <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: AXEMAN</div><div class="ubbcode-body">who all offers ambi lowers? </div></div> The AXTS AX556 is very nice, their A-DAC-F if your on a budget. I consider the A-DAC my...
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    Please help me decide

    Re: Please help me decide Which Vintage Rifle for the Camp Perry Vintage Sniper Team Match? That's easy, I'd get out my Swiss ZFK55. I would prefer to use my No4(T) but the ZFK is a tack driver. The James River A4 clone is getting good feed back, I'm real tempted to order one. I have...
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    KNS Precision Anti-RotaRotating Trigger/Hammer Pin

    Re: KNS Precision Anti-RotaRotating Trigger/Hammer Pin The KNS pins are anti rotation and have a side effect of anti walk. There are lowers that have FCG pins that well have some movement, this is when the KNS pins really shine. They well actually improve trigger feel. If your lower has...
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    Armalite decisions

    Re: Armalite decisions <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: flynlow3</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just trying to find a tube/rail that fits armalite seems hard. any ideas on what forend to use? </div></div> SWS MI Apex To name a few. The Apex is...
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    LR-308 build and an ammo issue\warning

    Re: LR-308 build and an ammo issue\warning I don't follow all the new ammo choices as I mostly reload, but I would think a name like "Superpreformance" would be a bolt gun only load. I've shot 120 rds of the Hornady Grendel 123gr Amax and it comes out of my AR looking like it's normal...
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    Muzzle device recommendation for Grendel

    Re: Muzzle device recommendation for Grendel The WCI pepper pot style muzzle brake has long been the Grendel standard. Reduces muzzle jump, recoil and does not effect accuracy. http://www.shopalexanderarms.com/Muzzle_Devices-6.5_Grendel_WCI_3_4-28_Muzzle_Brake.html It may not be pretty but...
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