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My opinion: Yes. However, if you're putting a bipod on the rifle, I am inclined to think it's a precision build. If that's the case, a free-float handguard would likely be a better choice, from a practical/technical standpoint.

Agreed. Plus, the fact that they'll offer loaner rifles to LEOs who's personal rifles are taken for evidence in an officer-involved-shooting at NO cost to the LEO is pretty freaking awesome.

The trigger group from one LPK to another is more or less the same and break at about 8.5lbs. The big thing for me is they're single stage triggers and I prefer a two stage like the SSA. Additionally, the SSA breaks closer to 4.5lbs, nearly half the weight of the LPK trigger.

The DD LPK is bar none, the best LPK I've had the pleasure of using. Not only are the parts in-spec but it also includes the Magpul MOE enhanced trigger guard. I haven't been able to confirm this but from what I've heard/read, DD makes the components of the kit in-house.

You don't know what fun you're missing out on

By the way, make sure you use the trigger and hammer pins that came with the SSA. They're precision ground and are anti-walk (do not use KNS or other anti-walk pins per Bill Geissele)

Thanks, Maks!

Here's a comparison for you guys

Probably a BFG Vickers Padded. This is my current go-to sling. Fast adjustment and very comfortable.

Nope, had to make a deal with LMT that set my original ship date back. Basically traded in my original January order date for a June order date to purchase a second one at the original price.

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The original AFG works well for the technique that Magpul Dynamics teaches and I can see how the AFG2 would work better to transition shooters who are used to using a VFG as a reference point in conjunction with the thumb-over-barrel technique.

Certainly looks like it. I'm not sure what to think of the sharper angle until I've had a chance to handle one.

Black AFG2s are in stock HERE FDE are in-bound and pre-orders open HERE

Gurkhas with LMT MWS rifles I really, really want my two to show up!!

My latest build: My objective with this carbine was to build a KISS rifle with functional upgrades. A big choice point with this was the use of the MOE handguard rather than the traditional quad rail. I really like this approach because the MOE is alot cheaper than a rail however modular enough in that rail sections can be added as needed. I would have opted for a set of LMT carbine handguards but I wanted to use a VFG. I'm also a sucker for detachable carry handles. I like the look and I also like how the handle guides the eye looking through the aperture to the front post. Upper: LMT 16" stripped upper with LMT full-auto BCG, LMT tactical charging handle, and LMT detachable carry handle Handguard: Magpul MOE with a 7-slot rail section at 6 o'clock and at 9/10 o'clock, Magpul MOE Illumination kit, and a Daniel Defense QD attachment point VFG: Magpul RVG Weaponlight: Streamlight TLR1 Lower: Noveske N4 stripped lower LPK: Daniel Defense but swapped out the trigger guard with a Magpul Aluminum Enhanced trigger guard (I prefer the feel of aluminum to polymer for this part) Trigger: Geissele SSA Stock components: LMT stock kit with a Noveske QD end plate Stock: Magpul MOE with 0.7" enhanced rubber buttpad Grip: Magpul MOE with bolt/firing pin grip core Sling: Blue Force Gear Vickers Padded with a Daniel Defense QD swivel

Well, the Daniel Defense LPKs come with the Magpul MOE trigger guard however it's a single stage trigger. The two-stage trigger I recommend to anyone looking for a reliable two-stage is the Geissele SSA. It's breaks at about 4.5lbs and since it's not adjustable, you don't have to worry about knocking something out of alignment. A slightly less spendy and fine alternative is the LMT two-stage. My personal preference is the SSA and it's what I run in my ARs. As for the MIAD kits, Magpul discountinued the full MIAD kits however, you can add the MIAD F4 kit to a basic kit and have the same though.

I've since switched to a much subtler mark. Unfortunately, it's proven to be necessary due to some unscrupulous dealers stealing the pictures that only myself and my photographer have the copyright to.

In my opinion, the MBUS is a great set of a sights for a non-duty, non-HD rifle. Basically a range toy or plinker. I wouldn't put those sights on a stick I may depend on to save my life or my loved ones simply because they are not as durable as traditional metal sights. I have heard from more than one customer about broken MBUS sights due to overtightening the clamping screw, an accidental drop that snapped the sights off, etc. Most of my rifles are outfitted with Troy sights: HK front and DOA rear, to be exact. These sights are more or less bombproof. They're very robust, hold zero and can take a real beating without failing. I especially like the DOA rear sight aperture because it's a diamond rather than the traditional circle. The corners of the diamond make it easier to center the front sight post. I prefer the HK front sight to the M4 front sight because the protective "ears" curve inward, rather than out, which serves as additional guide to the post. The original folding rear battle sight is also a fine sight. You can see that other manufacturers/vendors would agree as they offer the Troy-produced sight with their own markings (BCM, Noveske, and Larue are the three that come to mind immediately). Another good set of metal sights is the LMT detachable series. The front sight is pretty standard and with the rears, there's a choice of the detachable tactical rear sight or the detachable carry handle. The tactical sight is nice in that you don't need a cantilever mount if you're also using an optic such as an Aimpoint. I've always been a sucker for the retro carry handle sight as the handle itself helps guide your eye as you're looking through the aperture.

I just finished a build with the MOE handguards and I like them alot. The shape is better than the tradtional oval handguard, it's cheaper than a rail, you can add rail sections where you need them, as you need them, and finally, you don't need rail covers which will run $50 or more.

+1 to Krdshrk With a suppressed .22LR shooting subsonic ammo, you'll hear the action cycling. Conversely, some 9mm loads aren't safe to shoot suppressed without hearing protection because they're still supersonic.

Thanks Ty! So question... why would they release these mags to let the user select? Or what would be the plus to the end user? I mean if you want to load 10 rounds in a 30 round mag.... why not just do that and not worry about resetting the plate? As a Magpul distributor, do you have any specific insight into this? Probably a cost issue. Magpul having to do the capacity selection themselves would mean more value-added that they would have to invest in the product and if they want to sell it at the same price as the 20rd PMAG, that means less profit. Additionally, they'd create three new SKUs which would force them to increase product in the pipeline from them all the way through to the dealer. There really isn't an upside to the user-selectable feature for end customers in states with capacity restrictions. Every law I've read has said the mag must be permanently modified to only hold up to X number of rounds. If anything, the user-selectable feature is a hinderance for customers in CA, NY, NJ, etc. Maybe if someone in a "free" state wanted to use a mag for hunting/sporting purposes, it would make sense. Go hunting on a weekend, set your mag to 5rds. Go to the range the next weekend, remove the plate and voila, you've got a 20rd mag. But this flexibility is a potential liability to sell them in capacity restricted states.

I think part of what's delaying the release of the limited capacity PMAGs is legalities. As it's been pointed out, the capacity can be set by the user. These are supposedly going to be made with a 20rd body so if you remove the limiting plate altogether, you'd be in violation of the local laws. I highly doubt Magpul will offer them as three different SKUs and instead, the individual dealers will likely have to set the capacity before shipping them. But then you run into the issue of permanently modifying them so they cannot be turned into large/high capacity magazines. The whole situation could be alleviated if Magpul would make different size bodies rather than just re-using the 20rd body.

Pretty phenomenal build! I'm also an Aimpoint guy. My first red dot was a EOTech 553. While at the range, it went down, a victim of the loose battery issue that L3 issue a voluntary recall for. But that was enough for me to ditch it. I sold it and picked up a T1. Since I received it, I kept it on 24/7/365 (setting 8) as it resides on a home defense gun. That was two years ago. Early last week, the battery finally died. I should have changed it out every six months as suggested by Aimpoint but it's nice to know it can go that long. I've got three other rifles that are in need of optics and I'm picking up Comp M2s for them soon.

Nice! I like the black/FDE combination!