Displaced Texan

Here are my Colts: L to R Colt MT6400R with TA01NSN ACOG, EGW comp, and Tactical Link sling mount, and convertible 1/2 point sling. Colt MT6400 with EGW comp, KAC rail, Tactical Link sling mount and single point sling. Colt MT6700, currently for sale.

My general purpose/stockpile ammunition is the Lake City M193. I think it's the best all around ammunition in the AR platform. That being said, I have some LC M855, and am looking to add a case or five of the PMC Xtac M855 to my ammo fort. I have heard it is consistent, and accurate for M855.

Bought my latest one on eBay. I was a little leery that it was a genuine ACOG, at first, but it checks out 100%. Still trying to decide on another AR for it, or to just sell the optic. It was kind of an impulse buy...

Good deals on genuine ACOG's and Aimpoints can be found, but it takes some digging. I just bought a brand new TA01NSN ACOG last week for pretty cheap, as far as ACOG's go. I really didn't have a spare rifle for it to go on, I just bought it because it was a good deal. Guess I'm going to have to buy another AR-15 to put it on.....

I Know.... The level of stupidity of this law totally astounds me.

I know this is slightly off topic, and I apologize.....however, this absolutely infuriates me about the state of New Jersey. If your stock can be at any length, as long as the OAL of the rifle is in excess of 26", then WHY does it need to be pinned in the first place? The lack of simple reasoning skills on our lawmakers part befuddles me. I can't wait to move back to Tx. Sorry for my rant. Carry on. Jeff

The Colt 'Match Target' series of rifles are NJ legal out of the box. I personally own 3 of them, MT6400, MT6400R, and MT6700. Never had trouble getting them, my dealer orderedwhat I wanted and I received them within 3 or 4 days. No problem. I have seen recently a couple of standard Colt 6920/6940's that have been made NJ legal. SInce they are not roll marked 'AR-15', they are not banned by name, and can be made NJ compliant. Pin the stock, grind off the bayonet lug, and replace the evil flash hider with a comp that has been pin/welded in place, and there you go. Cheers! Jeff

I went to the Oaks show for a few hours this morning. GREAT show, nicest I have been to in this area, but I found most items were a bit pricey. I just went for a few small items, and some ammo cans. Got a decent deal on a few cans. Most of the ammo (5.56mm) I looked at was overpriced. If you looked carefully, there were good prices on small consumables (patches/oil/AR spring kit, ect), but you had to be willing to dig around and haggle a bit. Eagle Arms did a nice job, and I will be back at the August show.

I'm originally from Houston, and own some property in Sweetwater Tx. Looking to move back there in the next few years. Can't wait! Good luck to you!!!

Awesome!!! They are great rifles....you'll love it. My MT6400 wears a KAS M4 rail, and I had a EGW gen 2 comp pinned on. Tactical Link sling and Z360 mount Other than that, it's K.I.S.S. My MT6400R has an ACOG, and the same comp and sling setup as the 6400. I take this rifle out to the ranch every time I go. It is very accurate, and ideal for varmit control. Enjoy your new rifle!

I ordered all 3 of mine through Bob's Little Sport shop. He was able to get them within 3 days through his distributor. Doubt there are too many dealers around here that stock them. I saw a MT6400R at a reasonable price on Gunbroker the other day.

My MT6400C, 6400R, and 6700 ALL have the small FCG pins. Colt quit using the larger pins sometime in mid 2009. I agree with the previous comments about the 6700. It is front heavy. I'm planning on a new upper with a govt profile 20" barrel, to make it handle better, and easier to carry. In any case, it's a great rifle. Something else to keep in mind, the 6700 does not have a chrome lined barrel. Cheers! Jeff

I have this brake on all 3 of my carbines. Great product, very effective, and doesn't have the concussive blast that some other brakes have. Jeff

I've actually never read an article in a gun rag that wrote a bad review about a gun manufacturer. Why would they....that's advertising dollars that they risk losing. I do know a couple of guys who own Del-Ton carbines, and they have very nice things to say about them. I trust them over a writer in a gun magazine. I don't personally own one ( I own 3 Colt AR's), but I would likely buy a Del-Ton as a range toy. The price is right, and I'd be willing to bet that you wouldn't lose much money if you weren't happy with it. Most people, especially those that post on gun boards, don't stake their lives on a firearm. Most of them use a firearm as a range toy, not a tool to perform a task, or to save lives. For that, I'd say Del-Ton is a safe bet.

I'm a bit of a Colt snob, however, I would buy a Del-Ton carbine for a 'fun gun'. I have heard positive things about them.

Validity of that concern may vary depending on your usage.Personally, my rifles are working rifles. No safe queens or range toys. Meaning, they spend a lot of time on my ranch in Tx. We beat them in and out of pickup trucks, and generally abused. My father badly nicked a crown on a bolt action rifle a few years ago when he dropped it muzzle down whe exiting the truck. After that, I decided that all my AR's will wear a muzzle device, if for no other reason than to protect the crown.

One of a couple of considerations I had when I chose to install a brake on my AR's is to protect the muzzle crown from damage.

I recently sent the upper from my Colt MT6400R to Adco to have the barrel threaded, and a muzzle brake pinned/welded. The cost was $145. This included disassemble/reassemble the upper, threading the barrel, and pin/weld. Turnaround was 6 days door to door. Adco does outstanding work, and I highly recommend them.

Bob's has always ordered anything I have wanted. They recently ordered a Colt MT6400R for me, transaction was quick and no hassle. That was the 2nd rifle I orderd from Bob's, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it again.

USN Submarine Service. I was an ET on fast attack boats. Smartest move I ever made, and best times of my life.

I have the EGW brake on one of my carbines, and just ordered another for my new COlt MT6400R. I'm very pleased with the brake, and looking forward to installing it on the new carbine. Jeff

Thanks. Good information. I was actually asking what specopscout was refering to as 'disinformation' about piston guns, but I guess I didn't phrase my question very well. I agree with your position on piston rifles as stated above. Thanks! Jeff

What are you referring to as 'disinformation'? I'd like to learn more. Thanks! Jeff

In my humble opinion, AR piston uppers are beneficial if you are running a suppressed rifle, or an SBR shorter than 10.5" (or both). Other than that, they offer no real benefit over the original DI design. If you just want one, sure, go for it! I say the more toys the better! In all honesty, I doubt you will see any REAL performance gains in a piston rifle over a DI rifle. Cheers, ya'll! Jeff

I've been thinking recently that I either need a 3rd AR, or I need to sell my Colt HBAR and buy another carbine. Oh, decisions, decisions......