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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #15 on: March 26, 2023, 09:34:27 PM »
If you had more time were looking for a complete rifle, I think you’d be in the mood for a POF Rogue.


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POF Rogue is a great rifle  :tup:

At around $2k, but definitely a quality rifle !
Yeah…the normal cost of parts, plus time, plus tools (if you don’t have them), sometimes equals, factory gun. Then you have to get it running and diagnose it. Sometimes I just go a built/proofed gun. Buy up parts and making your dream come true…sometimes can be a nightmare.


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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #16 on: March 27, 2023, 06:25:21 AM »
If you had more time were looking for a complete rifle, I think you’d be in the mood for a POF Rogue.


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At around $2k, but definitely a quality rifle !
Yeah…the normal cost of parts, plus time, plus tools (if you don’t have them), sometimes equals, factory gun. Then you have to get it running and diagnose it. Sometimes I just go a built/proofed gun. Buy up parts and making your dream come true…sometimes can be a nightmare.


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 :yeah:

Especially with AR10s  :tup:

I have read horror stories of chasing problems on home builds on AR10s.
The POF 6.5C, is interesting. If I was looking for a larger variant, it would be hard to not go with a proven reliable factory gun. Then accessorize as I see fit,  :chuckle:
If I was going to build one though, the 6mm ARC would be high on the list with a 6.5 Grendel a distant second. The Grendel has a decent selection of available bullets, but the 6MM ARC is a flat shooter. And both will hit hard. And both use the AR15 platform instead of the AR10. I am really starting to like .243 ish calibers.  :hello:
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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #17 on: March 29, 2023, 03:49:09 PM »
This build is very light and shoots sub-MOA for the first 3 shots then really opens up. Not an issue for a hunting rig. Key is the 16" pencil barrel.

https://faxonfirearms.com/faxon-duty-series-16-pencil-308-win-mid-length-4150-qpq-nitride-ar-10-barrel/

The rest is nothing special:

DPMS lower
Aero upper
Good aftermarket trigger
super slim hand guard
Generic collapsible stock
Light optic


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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #18 on: March 29, 2023, 09:00:06 PM »
Sweet rifle!
Could it be opening up because of heat?
What scope is that?
And what trigger are you using if you don’t mind me asking?
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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #19 on: March 31, 2023, 03:16:40 PM »
16” barrel probably, and hoping for 7.5-8lbs bare rifle, but any advice is welcome.

I'd get a 12" handguard or smaller. You don't need those long handguards on a hunting build.

16" barrel but don't bother with a brake. Too loud and a flash hider is better for hunting.

I'm not a fan of the pencil barrels unless you really don't plan on range shooting.

I doubt you can get to 8 pounds but it will be pretty light. In thick woods a 4x is all you need.

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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #20 on: March 31, 2023, 03:34:50 PM »
16” barrel probably, and hoping for 7.5-8lbs bare rifle, but any advice is welcome.

I'd get a 12" handguard or smaller. You don't need those long handguards on a hunting build.

16" barrel but don't bother with a brake. Too loud and a flash hider is better for hunting.

I'm not a fan of the pencil barrels unless you really don't plan on range shooting.

I doubt you can get to 8 pounds but it will be pretty light. In thick woods a 4x is all you need.

I agree on this.  I personally really think an 18" barrel is the sweet spot, I've always found 16" to be too short and 20" is a monster.  I have a VERY lightweight and small handguard, that doesn't even cover the gas block (exposed gas tube for a bit).  I also have REALLY lightweight stock and grip options to keep weight down.  The rest you can't do much about.  I don't know about a pencil barrel, but you certainly don't need a heavyweight.

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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #21 on: March 31, 2023, 10:01:51 PM »
16” barrel probably, and hoping for 7.5-8lbs bare rifle, but any advice is welcome.

I'd get a 12" handguard or smaller. You don't need those long handguards on a hunting build.

16" barrel but don't bother with a brake. Too loud and a flash hider is better for hunting.

I'm not a fan of the pencil barrels unless you really don't plan on range shooting.

I doubt you can get to 8 pounds but it will be pretty light. In thick woods a 4x is all you need.

The Ruger SFAR is 6.8 lbs. with a 15” free float hand guard and a brake (I don’t really care for brakes)  it shows you can get a light weight 308 AR if you are selective.
Can you do it at all he price point the SFAR does $1300  :dunno:

At ranges between 0-400 yards there is no real advantage to 18” barrel over a 16” barrel. 16” hunts just fine.
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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #22 on: April 07, 2023, 09:13:13 PM »
I do prefer a good stock with a check piece like the PRS magpul but you pick up a lot of weight. LuthAR and ace make some great lighter options. I also really favor a softer grip with the 10 platform like the ergo grips. Since you get some recoil in your hands on the bigger pills in the 308 and plus.

I am glad you brought this up, I too need a good comb on my rifles. I was looking at the magpul PRS lite, but even that is 18.5oz I’ll take a look at the LuthAR stuff, but am also open to any other lightweight stocks that have adjustable comb risers.
Been loving my FAB Defense RAPS stock…will def buy another. I’m 6-5, 300 and the adjustability, and stiffness when expanded is perfect for my needs. Mounted on an LR308 w 20” barrel.


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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #23 on: April 15, 2023, 03:00:47 PM »
It’s too late now to buy a rifles but my wife picked up the ruger SFAR in 20” and it’s awesome. Feels light in the hands and seem to shoot pretty good. I doubt it’s a 1moa gun but maybe with an aftermarket barrel some day. But we kill stuff within 100 yards anyway.

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Re: 1 MOA or better hunting AR10 build?
« Reply #24 on: July 11, 2023, 07:39:29 AM »
I would say it is barrel, bolt, and extension. Getting a great barrel with an extension that is trued up and square with a matching bolt is key. Then ammo tuned for the rifle. Trigger is nice, but more a of thing to help the shooter do his job.
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