Post by: WSU on December 29, 2017, 12:42:33 PM
Other factors:
1) I don't currently reload but may start.
2) I'm not concerned with it being a long range gun. If I want a long range gun, I'll buy a bolt gun.
3) I like the idea of buying a silencer but am not sure I will.
What would you all get?
Post by: h20hunter on December 29, 2017, 12:58:38 PM
Post by: CP on December 29, 2017, 01:04:15 PM
It's not a long range gun but works well out to 200+ yards
All you need is the upper, you can use your 556 lower, BCG, and mags
Works very well with a suppressor
reload or not, there is lots of ammo choices
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on December 29, 2017, 01:07:01 PM
A 6.5 Grendel might be fun, if reloading is a serious future consideration.
If just wanting OTC, maybe the .300 Blackout then...
Post by: Eric M on December 29, 2017, 01:20:39 PM
I've got a lower receiver and want to order the rest of the parts before it's illegal.While having something built is always fun, during the Clinton era ban you could still purchase uppers and replacement parts.
Post by: h20hunter on December 29, 2017, 01:30:12 PM
:tup:
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on December 29, 2017, 01:32:00 PM
I've got a lower receiver and want to order the rest of the parts before it's illegal.While having something built is always fun, during the Clinton era ban you could still purchase uppers and replacement parts.
That was then. Pretty sure they will have "learned from their mistakes" and the next go around will likely be all inclusive, no parts or pieces included in the ban. Oh, and don't forget the 80% "Ghost gun" receivers and 30 round mag clips...
We all know how they like to "close loopholes" afterall.
Sadly, I believe it is coming, and when it hits the voter pamplet, it will be gone as sure as hound, baiting and leg hold traps.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on December 29, 2017, 01:34:48 PM
I also love my 6x45 but really got to load those.
25x45 isn’t to bad of round either.
Post by: Special T on December 29, 2017, 01:35:25 PM
Side chargers don't blow crap back in your face with a can on. The traditional charging handle and forward assist seem to make this more common. Additionally mounting a scope may be easier because you don't have to worry about the charging handle being in the way.
6.5 grendel
Good for everything from rockchucks coyotes deer antelope, or possibly bigger at close ranges.
Seems to be the accepted cool caliber for the platform so finding the kind of upper you want shouldn't kill the bank.
Ammo availability is important to me. I can appreciate reloading and you could argue that by playing with loads this may be a do it all caliber for this state. The fact that Hornady makes quality shooting ammo off the shelf for reasonable, combined with the fact you can purchase zinc coated steel cased ammo in bulk for cheap make it a winner.
If the military didn't have such huge stockpiles of 556 I bet they would transition to this caliber. I also think this is why many civilians like the caliber because they can benifit from the improvements in the AR 15 platform but are not weighed down by a huge supply cache.
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Post by: pianoman9701 on December 29, 2017, 01:38:04 PM
6.5 Grendel is my all time favorite non 223/556.
I also love my 6x45 but really got to load those.
25x45 isn’t to bad of round either.
I love mine. Talk to Biggerhammer. :tup:
Post by: WSU on December 29, 2017, 02:16:22 PM
Post by: Dan-o on December 29, 2017, 03:01:04 PM
Basically a 45/70 in an AR platform.
Could be fun. Or a great west side deer/elk/bear gun.
Post by: Lucky1 on December 29, 2017, 04:47:02 PM
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Post by: kukusya on December 30, 2017, 10:28:44 AM
It will give you really good research information.
Post by: Jolten on December 30, 2017, 11:26:47 AM
6.5 Grendel.
Challenge you to build a 6.5badger AR
Post by: b23 on December 30, 2017, 11:50:47 AM
Biggerhammer built one not to long ago so he would likely be a good source for information on a 22 Nosler build.
With the OP not being a reloader, that will somewhat limit the options for any of the wildcats.
Post by: hunter399 on December 30, 2017, 01:08:26 PM
I shot my deer with 25/45 this year so that's what I have been playing with.I have played with 300blk,and still have it,just always end going back to 25/45.
But other calibers if I wanted to build one today would be.
6/45. -lots of bullet choices if you do reload
6.5 grendal. -better for long range,but cost more different bolt and mag.
277 wolverine. - This is a new caliber,i think it is similar to 300blk ,but a 270 caliber bullet ,better than 300 blk.
300 blk is ok ,lots of bullet choices but is a 200 yard tool at best.
Post by: dontgetcrabs on December 30, 2017, 02:52:23 PM
The OP seems to maybe be steering toward larger calibers but what about a 22 Nosler?
Biggerhammer built one not to long ago so he would likely be a good source for information on a 22 Nosler build.
With the OP not being a reloader, that will somewhat limit the options for any of the wildcats.
Better yet if staying small bore, 224 Valkyrie. :tup:
Post by: Zeroforhire on January 10, 2018, 05:37:56 PM
If not reloading get grendel.
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