Post by: Alchase on August 23, 2016, 02:56:05 PM
What ammo goes well with a 1/9 twist, .556?
This will be used for a quick accessible defense bedroom rifle, not for hunting or target, for now anyways.
Post by: 300rum on August 23, 2016, 03:29:07 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on August 23, 2016, 04:48:45 PM
Post by: jackmaster on August 23, 2016, 05:14:01 PM
Post by: Alchase on August 23, 2016, 07:50:11 PM
Thank you
I was looking at a SigSaur Romeo 4, red dot that was pretty sweet.
Then I stated second guessing a red dot for low light or night?
Anyone have any experience with these?
Hollow sights also seem to fit the function as well though, two many friggin options, lol.
Bean, have you shot the 55gr Hornady Taps?
Post by: jay.sharkbait on August 23, 2016, 07:54:23 PM
Oh, and if you do have to use it in house I'd use an A2 or BE Meyers Flashhider.
Post by: huntandjeep on August 23, 2016, 09:05:47 PM
Nothing wrong with irons and a trijicon front.Fixed it. :chuckle:
Oh, and if you do have to use it in house I'd use a suppressor with it.
Post by: jay.sharkbait on August 23, 2016, 09:18:38 PM
Nothing wrong with irons and a trijicon front.Fixed it. :chuckle:
Oh, and if you do have to use it in house I'd use a suppressor with it.
A suppressor is ideal, but....
I would be concerned about it coming up in court later. I think a prosecuting at tourney would have a field day with a suppressed "assault" rifle sitting on the evidence table
Post by: Dan-o on August 23, 2016, 09:41:38 PM
That's what I did.
At home defense ranges, a flashlight in the dark is nice.....
Post by: Bean Counter on August 23, 2016, 11:04:14 PM
Bean, have you shot the 55gr Hornady Taps?
I don't think so.
Right now I've got my first several mags loaded with 64gr Gold Dots by Speer. For an extra large contingent of domestic terrorists from Black Lives Matter I'll have to switch to my cheaper 55grain FMJs. :rockin: :mgun2:
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 24, 2016, 07:12:33 AM
Post by: Alchase on August 24, 2016, 09:51:13 AM
As I said currently it is a plain jane M&P 15, no frills all business, LOL.
Soon to change :rolleyes:
Post by: Bean Counter on August 24, 2016, 09:52:25 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 24, 2016, 09:53:28 AM
Post by: Alchase on August 24, 2016, 11:59:46 AM
Nothing wrong with irons and a trijicon front.
This is a great idea even if I decide to put a holo sight on! Are Trijicon rears(that flip back to wide aperture any good? They seem to be substantially cheaper bought as a set?
Call me old school, I like to give myself every advantage possible if and when the time comes. Flashlights and lasers (with the exception of IR) "can" give the bad guy knowledge of my position.
Post by: Bean Counter on August 24, 2016, 12:08:22 PM
- The green laser is enough to light up an entire room, often making the flashlight superfluous
- Unlike a red laser, a green laser can illuminate a fine point on my neighbors garage even in bright daylight*
- Weapon mounted lights encourage breaking of Rule 3: Never point your firearm at something you're not willing to destroy. What if that sound downstairs is my kid going for a glass of milk? :o
- I have a couple of glow sticks in the night stand that could be tossed into the corners of rooms/downstairs as needed. While illuminating a target straight on will likely blind them in night time conditions it is indeed wise to be weary of giving away your position if in search mode if the bad guy happens to be at your side when the light is first illuminated.
*=Special note from my attorney: test this before attaching to your rifle ;)
Post by: CP on August 24, 2016, 12:28:34 PM
https://www.amazon.com/Aimkon-HiLight-Strobing-Handle-Holding/dp/B00TXNVUZO/ref=sr_1_8?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1472066759&sr=1-8&keywords=HiLight
Post by: jay.sharkbait on August 24, 2016, 01:25:37 PM
Nothing wrong with irons and a trijicon front.
This is a great idea even if I decide to put a holo sight on! Are Trijicon rears(that flip back to wide aperture any good? They seem to be substantially cheaper bought as a set?
Call me old school, I like to give myself every advantage possible if and when the time comes. Flashlights and lasers (with the exception of IR) "can" give the bad guy knowledge of my position.
The rears are fine. I just don't see needing one for inside/ around the house. I'm not much for flashlights either and honestly I'd take the money that you would spend on a optic and light and buy ammunition and shoot more.
I'm sure you have reasons for using the AR for home defense and I hope I don't kick off the same old what's better debate, but I think a quality handgun/ shotgun combo is the best for defending ones family in a residential setting.
Post by: Alchase on August 24, 2016, 02:41:32 PM
XD .40 in a holster attached to the back of the headboard.
Remi-semi 16 ga, short barrel, loaded with slug/00 buck alternated, hidden mount.
M&P 15, within easy access.
LOL
Post by: jay.sharkbait on August 24, 2016, 06:05:48 PM
I am building a "layered" defense,
XD .40 in a holster attached to the back of the headboard.
Remi-semi 16 ga, short barrel, loaded with slug/00 buck alternated, hidden mount.
M&P 15, within easy access.
LOL
Nice!
You might consider a 249 or maybe go retro with a 1919? :chuckle:
Post by: Alchase on August 25, 2016, 09:05:44 AM
I am building a "layered" defense,
XD .40 in a holster attached to the back of the headboard.
Remi-semi 16 ga, short barrel, loaded with slug/00 buck alternated, hidden mount.
M&P 15, within easy access.
LOL
Nice!
You might consider a 249 or maybe go retro with a 1919? :chuckle:
And be able to see my target in the dark, LOL
Post by: jackmaster on August 27, 2016, 09:32:10 AM
Post by: Alchase on August 27, 2016, 06:26:55 PM
LOL
Post by: Alchase on September 21, 2016, 10:14:30 AM
I settled on the Bushnell Elite Tactical CQTS 1X32mm Red Dot sight.
http://www.bushnell.com/tactical/riflescopes/elite-tactical/cqts-1x-32mm
I shot a an AR with this sight mounted well forward. It gave a great sight picture and maintained very good peripheral vision with both eyes open.
Should meet my needs.
Post by: Alchase on October 21, 2016, 01:13:47 PM
Finished configuration
For now,
LOL
Post by: Bofire on October 21, 2016, 06:50:55 PM
LOLCarl
Post by: Alchase on October 23, 2016, 06:43:43 PM
Inspired by these guys
https://tacticalwalls.com/shop/
LOL