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Ha, thanks for calling me out-- I have no good excuse , except my camera is now busted. Give me the weekend, and I'll get something up-- plus a follow up as its been a few months.

http://www.cnn.com/2010/TECH/mobile/08/ ... tml?hpt=C2 Haha, great title/attention grabber for an article about back up, emergency phones. It is an interesting read though. I know we have plenty of radio hobbyists, and I'd like to eventually get accustomed to HAM radios. I've used SINCGAR, STU-III, and STE-- but the details still make my head spin. In the mean time, the idea of having a mobile, back up line, albeit not secure, is a solid idea that I'm surprised hasn't been discussed sooner... or is just one of those things people would rather not reveal (OPSEC reasons, etc). When I was in, I actually ran two phones-- my personal line and "Bat phone" for this exact reason. I think there are still issues though having a back up phone that relies on the public lines. As noted, its not secure (though that's not really an issue for the civilian sector). Also, if the public lines are susceptible to interference, then so are the back up phones. There are plenty of other reasons I'm sure, I'm just not a communications specialist. Just an interesting read, and it had some definitive ties with this thread

I would think its more so general laziness and the lack of oversight by the TSA and other agencies in charge of traveler's hygiene then it is because of religious reasons ("cultural reasons" have never been a legitimate reason for people to be exempt from vaccinations).

If 6.8SPC weren't such a novelty round, I'd have higher praise. I've played around with it before, and I absolutely loved its performance. But I'm with the 7.62 guys myself.

Did you see the thread on M4C? , same exact question was asked over there. I think it is an unique question to be asked though, especially in a state like NJ where we have to permanently attach the muzzle device regardless. I think it would come down to "mission needs" and preference, in regards to a 14.5 vs 16. bkb, over at M4C, stated the general lengths if devices were on the barrel, "17.5" (16) and a 16.1 (14.5)." While it may not seem like a big difference, the extra inch+ can be worth it for those who are using their rifle for specific purposes. I use my rifle as my main HD and SHTF firearm. Whether its in my house or just thinking of NJ generally, there are a lot of somewhat tight spaces. If it were allowed, I would have an 11 or 12'' SBR. Considering NJ doesn't allow SBRs, the fact that I can go 14.5'' w/ perm device (w/ OAL over 16.1) without any stamp and its legal regardless is 1) good enough for me and 2) the best I can get anyway. As you pointed out, most engagements, whether its SHTF or HD, are going to be within 100m (if not within spitting distance). So, the lost muzzle velocity sucks-- but it won't affect the performance you're looking for. Lets face it, if you're looking for an absolute tack driver out to 300M+, go with an 18'' SPR or classic 20'' rifle upper and good ammunition. The same applies to carbine or middy systems, though middy's are softer shooting (which also means less wear and tear on certain parts). I'll admit I'm totally in the same boat as you. I've been wanting a LW middy build so bad since I got my BCM basic 14.5'' carbine build up and running. Though, for variety's sake, I am considering a 20'' rifle upper

Definitely a bit more heat then a blow dryer. I wouldn't say necessarily a blow torch, but going back and forth on the nut with a lighter for a few seconds at a time would work.

+1 I got the itch for a Jericho season 1 marathon that I might have to scratch now, haha

Welcome!

I'm interested to see how much gets covered in the initial six episodes... and what characters get left out/rolled into others. Also interested to see the eventual casting... should be good. I was pretty psyched when I saw that Lennie James was cast (Jericho fans know who that is ).

I doubt you'll be able to get off the castle nut (receiver extension nut) without a spanner wrench. I'm sure someone can lend you one though (and they are fairly inexpensive). That plus a little heat should do the trick.

I see West Windsor and East Windsor police officers pulling people over in adjoining borders all the time-- an SB cop tried to explain, but I was too busy trying to eat lunch

Tolerance of intolerance is something I've never said or agreed with. I do believe that one should know the basis of his conflict before involving himself in said conflict, or he will fail every time. The growing influence of Islam in American culture is worrisome, as I've been aware of what's happened in EUCOM and AFRICOM in the past few decades. I too agree that people must stand up for what this country was founded on and for. However, I do not want this country to fail where many civilizations have failed in the past-- only realizing their faults in hindsight. Knowing and respecting a culture/religion does not necessarily mean to sympathize or appreciate them. Instead, it is just as 'love' and 'hate' are often one in the same. To defeat an enemy that uses something as strong as belief as its tool requires an equal and as believable "belief" to counter. The "hearts and minds" concept is an old one, and is never given a fair chance because people oft revert back to simply thinking they can destroy something with sticks and stones. As for peace and trying to quell violence (of any type), good luck. This species thrives on death, with an almost sickening obsession. Whether its any of our institutions (economic, military/LE, healthcare, etc), or the broad scope of the human species, one thing that will never go away is violence and death. I don't concern myself with trying to stop it-- I concern myself with deterring it from me and "my own."

You're probably right about AK magazines. One of my former colleagues preferred the AK system, and he always had issues with the different confiscated magazines (that had obviously seen their share of history). It was just a splinter of an observation though, and I agree that AK magazines probably aren't an issue. As for AR issues, I've never seen the things you noted. I've seen guys rip off the base plates to magazines by accident, but they had already deteriorated the integrity of the magazine prior so I can't blame the magazine. The revisions to AR magazines I'll agree with were BS, but with those revisions I'm confident that a magazine I grab should be GTG. And to expound further, I do believe AR magazines are more accessible then AK magazines.

I choose an AR for all the reasons Shane listed. From a combat/SHTF perspective, my training/experience is with the AR platform (which sums up my whole reasoning). To expand though, in the argument of mobility vs. firepower I would also go with my AR. Most engagements, while standoff is important, you're not looking at anymore then 200m max. Both platforms can easily touch this distance accurately (whether its center mass or CNS), but I'll take the extra mobility of an AR in 5.56. Further, there appears to be more accessibility to spare parts for ARs, as well as more reliable magazines. Not saying there aren't reliable AK magazines; but maybe because AR has been a yankee ingenuity, the technology to improve both the system and operator abilities favor the AR. As for kitting out an AR... I'm in the group that thinks "less is more." Like helos, the more moving parts, the more susceptible it is to Murphy's Law. A fighting AR needs the system, working/reliable BUIS, and white light. Optics, VFGs, railed handguards are nice, not necessary. NVD w/ IR laser/light are novelties (as is thermo)-- though I wouldn't mind if I had the extra money to spend after ammunition and training But hey, I'll always argue it comes down to preference and training. Put AKs or ARs into hands of people who don't have the necessary training for a combat/SHTF scenario, and its going to be a hot mess regardless.

Custom comps can be requested actually from BCE ETA: The prospect of buying a new upper has been piqued again. A bare middy maybe?

This may be old news, but apparently the Battle Comp manufacturers have received word that it is NJ legal: The 1.5 design should also be out within the next couple of weeks...

Threaded barrels are allowed on rifles in NJ but not on an AR15 type rifle b/c it has other "evil features" on it like a detachable magazine and pistol grip. If you bought a precision sniper bolt action rifle for instance then you would be allowed to have a threaded barrel b/c it has less then two "evil features". "Evil Features" ONLY APPLY TO SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES you can have all the "Evil Features" you want on anything else. In my original post, "rifle" should have been replaced with AR variant as that was my intention (considering we're talking about rifles in the AR variant subforum), my mistake. And not to threadjack completely, but who else pins stocks? I've considered it, but never knew who could.

Ha, jeez, that extra 1'' insert looks massive (I run a Sully too). Ran an AFG as well, though I parted with it... not enough of an angle IMO... though, I just run my rails naked now. Oh, I wish I just had a Trijicon "lying around" Really nice looking rifle though. Have fun with the blaster.

Instead of taking someone's interpretation to heart, why not research the religion and make your own? Isn't that what religion even is?

Arguing about religion and factoring it into history is a vicious cycle. Every religion has been responsible for mass murder throughout time-- many of them considered terrorist attacks. In this modern era, I agree that intolerance should not be met with further intolerance. The mosque being built is not succumbing to Islam... and no, I don't favor Islam or any of that riff-raff (or any religion for that matter). We're all free men (and women), and its our choice to let something like this weigh on our souls or to keep living off our knees.

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Hello and welcome from central NJ :greetings-waveyellow:

True, but I don't think it should be put into people's heads that it is downright not allowed. There are some people with the money who wouldn't mind going through the process.

Machine guns are allowed in NJ. Probably a terrible PITA, but its definitely feasible (more so then CCW from what I understand).

Make it happen, graphic artists! I'd definitely consider one depending on the design.