Ar-15

[runamuk]

I know this isn't the classifieds but it is an AR thread and I just remembered that I have a Eotech Transverse XPS2 Red Dot Holo Sight for sale. Price is right.

Is that the super cool sight you had  because that was sweet and I have wanted a gun that could wear one ever since  who does that decides they need a gun because of a sight 

That's the one girlfriend

[dscubame]

Biggerhammer,  Do you find all those tools necessary as described on the ultimatereloader.com AR-MPR project or is that slightly overkill?

[Biggerhammer]

Biggerhammer,  Do you find all those tools necessary as described on the ultimatereloader.com AR-MPR project or is that slightly overkill?

I feel it's a bit overkill but some people are very analitacal when it comes to their AR builds. I've found that the only must have in AR assembly is the multi tool/barrel wrench and a vise. I've assembled many AR's with out any lower receiver block or upper receiver block. Used what we had where we were at the time. The AR is a increadably simple platform. Some are intimidated by it but there is no reason to be.

I also find it comical when they talk about checking headspace. The barrel goes on and the bolt and bolt carrier group goes in. The only way headspace could be out is if the barrel and or bolt carrier or bolt is out of spec. In which there is only one way to correct the matter, that is to replace the part. So when your assembling a AR , the chances of improper headspace are VERY slim. Most of the time it is a issue with a used, well worn bolt. a $70.00 buck fix.

[dscubame]

Biggerhammer,  Do you find all those tools necessary as described on the ultimatereloader.com AR-MPR project or is that slightly overkill?

I feel it's a bit overkill but some people are very analitacal when it comes to their AR builds. I've found that the only must have in AR assembly is the multi tool/barrel wrench and a vise. I've assembled many AR's with out any lower receiver block or upper receiver block. Used what we had where we were at the time. The AR is a increadably simple platform. Some are intimidated by it but there is no reason to be.

I also find it comical when they talk about checking headspace. The barrel goes on and the bolt and bolt carrier group goes in. The only way headspace could be out is if the barrel and or bolt carrier or bolt is out of spec. In which there is only one way to correct the matter, that is to replace the part. So when your assembling a AR , the chances of improper headspace are VERY slim. Most of the time it is a issue with a used, well worn bolt. a $70.00 buck fix.

Thank you. 

I am going to begin my first.  If you do not mind I may be asking you some questions along the way. 

For my first AR I may follow pretty close to what Gavin built on ultimatereloader.com  I welcome any advise and thanks again.

[Biggerhammer]

Just remember, allot of the railed forends/ handguards. Depending on the manufacturer need a wrench specific to them. For example Yankee Hill and Midwest Industries free floating handguards take their own wrench to properly tighten the handguard retainment nut. Just make sure the handguard comes with one or you order one when you order your handguard.

[grundy53]

Have any of you more experianced AR guys shot/researched the .300 blackout round? whats your thoughts on it?

[Biggerhammer]

Have any of you more experianced hunters shot/researched the .300 blackout round? whats your thoughts on it?

I never have shot one, but a friend just put one together. He's running a Gemtech suppressor, we are waiting on a case of PNW Arms 220gr Subsonic ammo. Should be here by mid week, I will then be able to test drive the cartridge.

[FALFire]

Have any of you more experianced hunters shot/researched the .300 blackout round? whats your thoughts on it?

It's just a slightly improved version of the 300 Whisper, 300 Fireball, 300/221 and a great choice if you plan on running subsonic. It has some advantage as there is factory ammo available. Neat round if you are looking for sub sonic stuff.

It will push a 110 to 125 grain bullets supersonic around 2100/2200 fps from a 16" barrel. I have the 300 Fireball in an AR pistol, it's fun, but the 6.8SPC kicks it's A$$. A better option if you are only planning on running .30 cal. and supersonic is to go with the 6.8 case necked up to 30 cal. called the 30 HRT, run 110's or 125's around 2400 to 2500 fps and some good thump out there at 200 yards maybe more. My 300 Fireball kills coyotes real nice but is seriously limited on distance. Great gun for knucklephucks that wanna screw with ya. 

[Drop-tine]

well I ended up taking my Savage .17 out the other day and called in a couple yotes and hammered one of them i was happy with the out come  im going to try posting the video

[grundy53]

Nice! next time bring more bullets...

[JJB11B]

Very cool!

[87Ford]

That's cool!

[JJB11B]

I like the video and description but did you think about posting this in the small game/ varmint hunting section? I know a lot of the guys that frequent that forum would get a kick out of this video

[Drop-tine]

No I meant to put it on this forum since I created this forum about coyote guns. But I will post it on the small game forum too 

[Huntbear]

Bullets, never leave the truck without extras....   

Nice shot dropping the first one though.