Post by: TeacherMan on December 18, 2012, 09:51:41 PM
I know they are not the highest end but what do you guys think? I've found a couple for $999 normally $1249.
Thoughts?
Post by: jrebel on December 18, 2012, 09:54:08 PM
Post by: Jim the Plumber on December 18, 2012, 09:54:33 PM
Is the muzzle threaded?
I'm a suppressor fanatic and must have the option available.
Post by: Huntbear on December 18, 2012, 09:55:14 PM
Looking at getting an R-15 with 20" stainless barrel for hunting and whatever 😎 I'd put on an adjustable stock.
I know they are not the highest end but what do you guys think? I've found a couple for $999 normally $1249.
Thoughts?
Buy em... you wont be able to soon.
Post by: Jim the Plumber on December 18, 2012, 09:57:21 PM
Post by: TeacherMan on December 18, 2012, 09:57:39 PM
Post by: TeacherMan on December 18, 2012, 09:59:56 PM
The 1-9's should spin the 77MK's unless you are at sea level. It will definitely spin the 60 grain BT's.
You recommend 60 gr bullets then? My test arch shows me its essentially s Bushmaster produced with Remingtons name on it.
Post by: MountainWalk on December 18, 2012, 10:01:34 PM
Post by: Jim the Plumber on December 18, 2012, 10:12:55 PM
I like the heavy 224 bullets that are mag length frendly. So I'll shoot the 77's if I can and if not the 60 BT gets the nod.The 1-9's should spin the 77MK's unless you are at sea level. It will definitely spin the 60 grain BT's.
You recommend 60 gr bullets then? My test arch shows me its essentially s Bushmaster produced with Remingtons name on it.
Ther are some bonded type 60-65 grain bullets that will also shoot well in the 9 twist.
Post by: huntnphool on December 18, 2012, 10:18:13 PM
Post by: TeacherMan on December 18, 2012, 10:19:58 PM
I've got one and its a solid rifle. Its basically a Bushmaster Varminter with a Remington stamp on it. :tup:
What bullets do you shoot? Can you shoot the 5.56 out of it?
Post by: huntnphool on December 18, 2012, 10:22:20 PM
I have a Bushmaster Varminter as well, they both shoot 5.56 or .223. It will have the caliber stamped right on the lower unit. ;)I've got one and its a solid rifle. Its basically a Bushmaster Varminter with a Remington stamp on it. :tup:
What bullets do you shoot? Can you shoot the 5.56 out of it?
Post by: huntnphool on December 18, 2012, 10:34:31 PM
Post by: Special T on December 18, 2012, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 18, 2012, 11:17:59 PM
I've got one and its a solid rifle. Its basically a Bushmaster Varminter with a Remington stamp on it. :tup:
AND a remington paint job :chuckle:
Dpms/bushmaster/remington are all owned by the same big corp. The r-15 is good to go if you like the twist rate.
Post by: huntnphool on December 18, 2012, 11:40:40 PM
And don't forget, you can get a barrel with any twist rate you want once you own the rifle. ;)I've got one and its a solid rifle. Its basically a Bushmaster Varminter with a Remington stamp on it. :tup:
AND a remington paint job :chuckle:
Dpms/bushmaster/remington are all owned by the same big corp. The r-15 is good to go if you like the twist rate.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 18, 2012, 11:45:02 PM
Post by: TeacherMan on December 19, 2012, 06:38:41 AM
Post by: Bofire on December 19, 2012, 07:32:48 AM
Carl
Post by: TeacherMan on December 19, 2012, 08:20:50 AM
Thanks
Post by: huntnphool on December 19, 2012, 09:19:53 AM
If it is stamped with both .223 And 5.56 then it's okay, Not all AR platform rifles have this ability and it's your responsibility to look at the manufacturers specs.
Basically the heavier the bullet you want to shoot the less twist rate on the barrel. My Varminter shoots 40 and 55 gr. bullets very well with a 1/9 rate but not so well on the heavier. The R-15 has a 1/8 rate and does not like the 40gr. As well but shoots the 55's and heavier better.
As far as barrel length I think you better stick to hunting or versatile. If for hunting go with the 20" barrel and leave the full stock, if you want versatile I would consider a completely different platform, one with a collapsable stock and 16" barrel. :twocents:
Post by: Huntbear on December 19, 2012, 09:52:31 AM
http://www.firearmstalk.com/forums/f20/understanding-barrel-twist-bullet-weights-44557/ (http://www.firearmstalk.com/forums/f20/understanding-barrel-twist-bullet-weights-44557/)
Post by: TeacherMan on December 19, 2012, 10:06:35 AM
My R-15 shoots both just fine! :tup:
If it is stamped with both .223 And 5.56 then it's okay, Not all AR platform rifles have this ability and it's your responsibility to look at the manufacturers specs.
Basically the heavier the bullet you want to shoot the less twist rate on the barrel. My Varminter shoots 40 and 55 gr. bullets very well with a 1/9 rate but not so well on the heavier. The R-15 has a 1/8 rate and does not like the 40gr. As well but shoots the 55's and heavier better.
As far as barrel length I think you better stick to hunting or versatile. If for hunting go with the 20" barrel and leave the full stock, if you want versatile I would consider a completely different platform, one with a collapsable stock and 16" barrel. :twocents:
Your killing me, 20" barrel it is. I was going to put the collapsible stock on it because my 7 year old can shoot it with a bipod or shooting sticks then. When you slam the stock all the way up it fits her shoulder really really well :chuckle: I may have to see if I can find two of them, get the second with the 1:7 twist and 16" barrel. This could get spendy :rolleyes:
Post by: huntnphool on December 19, 2012, 10:41:01 AM
My R-15 shoots both just fine! :tup:My kids have no problem shooting the one in the picture, it's their favorite gun in the safe to shoot off the bench.
If it is stamped with both .223 And 5.56 then it's okay, Not all AR platform rifles have this ability and it's your responsibility to look at the manufacturers specs.
Basically the heavier the bullet you want to shoot the less twist rate on the barrel. My Varminter shoots 40 and 55 gr. bullets very well with a 1/9 rate but not so well on the heavier. The R-15 has a 1/8 rate and does not like the 40gr. As well but shoots the 55's and heavier better.
As far as barrel length I think you better stick to hunting or versatile. If for hunting go with the 20" barrel and leave the full stock, if you want versatile I would consider a completely different platform, one with a collapsable stock and 16" barrel. :twocents:
Your killing me, 20" barrel it is. I was going to put the collapsible stock on it because my 7 year old can shoot it with a bipod or shooting sticks then. When you slam the stock all the way up it fits her shoulder really really well :chuckle: I may have to see if I can find two of them, get the second with the 1:7 twist and 16" barrel. This could get spendy :rolleyes: