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I have a Dyson as well. Very good vacuum. I don't think it's worth the pricetag. Which is why I found my $500 dyson online for $240. Shop around, find a steal.

This is a good point. The system is flawed. Many times, it's a matter of the judge's, or jury's personal opinions. Or how well a lawyer can paint you in a certain light. I'd think a block, plus two rivets is pretty safe. But even that isn't full-proof.

Interesting... I was about to bid on a Military bring-back.... Seems like a "good deal" because includes Leupold scope. http://www.ebay.com/itm/270926334625?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_500wt_898 Thank you.

Great suggestion Pizza Bob. I'm going to do some more research on this unit. I've been scouring ebay for some good deals. $500-600 will get me a fixed magnification ACOG (4x32). Some are last generation, but in good condition.

"With the right tools" I can saw my rifle's barrel down to 5 inches.... Is it suddenly an SBR? No. I'm 110% all about abiding by the law. But this is just paranoia now.

How about making a block, which sits in between the baseplate/follower and the internal spring. This block would compress the spring enough to only allow 15 rounds in the mag. Then, drill a small hole through the magazine, through the block, and out the other side of the mag. (front to back, in relation to rifle) One hole on top of block , and another through the bottom (close to the baseplate). Finally, purchase some long rivets, and drive a rivet through each hole. NOTE: the block can be made of any material (plastic, metal wood) and can have space on each side to allow some level of cleaning to be performed. Nobody can say that a rivet is not permanent.

It does not have a flash hider. It's a muzzle brake. From FNH website: http://www.fnhusa.com/le/products/firearms/model.asp?fid=fnf011&mid=FNM0138

There's a Hi-Point .45 carbine in the Marketplace section...

Thank you. I passed this along to some loved ones.

How about AIMPOINT?

Also, ACOG recommendations for $500-ish? EDIT: I see some listings on Ebay that are currently around $500... but doubt they will end at that price.

Shane, could you please expound on this? I understand the ACOG part (obviously). How do I "add" a Red Dot to an ACOG? Thanks

How is fast target aquisition with these "scope-style" optics? (excuse the terminology) I was hoping for something akin to an Aimpoint M4. More... Red Dot-ish. Nice, large eye relief, with adjustable zoom capabilities.

What would you recommend, if I maybe spent 100-200 more?

Good suggestions. "Military Grade" to me simply means Very rugged. I'm looking for something with the 1x eye relief of a Red Dot, yet capable of zooming to 3/4x.

Looking for a "military grade" or "combat grade" optic. Or... at least highly durable. Does anyone know of a 1-4x or 2-4x optic which retails for this price range? I can't afford, or justify a $600-1500 ACOG, as much as I would like one. Not interested in "just wait until you can afford it," or cheapo wannabe optics like VORTEX.

OP is excluded. ... I win.

Holy bargains Batman! Thank you for this link... I'm gonna grab something from this flyer :-)

Great reviews. Fun to watch as well. I have about a dozen of his videos downloaded to my phone.

In combat situations, does anyone use magnifiers? How about switch from 1x red dots, to magnified scopes with a QD mount? Or is the system built with a purpose in mind, and kept that way?

I don't own a magnifier, but I would like to try it.

I'd like the ability to zoom in on longer-range targets with my AR. I hate the idea of using a magnifier, and having my 3 moa red dot increase to 9moa (or whatever). Has anyone ever tried placing the magnifier forward of the red dot optic? I imagine the eye relief would suffer greatly. Craziness?

Funny you mention this. I've been looking into this scope. Built-in Laser Rangefinder, with BDC reticle. All the marketing hub-bub makes it looks incredible. It runs about $700 tho...and weighs 23+ ounces. http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Laser-Matte-4-12-Riflescope/dp/B000VYQAYU

What type of magazines do they use? FAL mags I assume...

I'm seeing lots of JHP recommendations here. Is everyone contributing to this thread a LEO? Because I thought expanding rounds where considered "Evil" in The Republic of New Jersey. I've been told by lawyer friends that I could be arrested just for having them. Or worse, if I use them in my home to defend my loved ones.