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Still depends what round you are trying to stop. But generally, one solid piece of a material will be more effective than 3 seperate pieces if the mass, volume, and density are the same. That being said, soft body armor is constructed in overlapping sheets for a reason. It is more flexible - you can shape it to wrap around 3D objects (like a torso) and you can move (breath, bend, etc...) in it. It also helps "catch" the bullet spreading the forces of the impact throughout the armor and preventing backface deformation and blunt trauma.

Good idea.

What kind of steel? What kind of bullet? Velocity? Composition? Construction? Are you worried about spall? Is backface deformation a concern? Does the energy need to be dissipated or simply stopped by the steel?

Does it say who we contact for the refund request approval? And does it cover any model or is it specific to certain models and dates of purchase? Thanks

No Facebook for me. Any chance someone could post a screen grab with the details? My team has 20 units we could send in for refunds....

You have a source for this?

Here's the messed up part I learned about today. L3/EoTech knew all about the loss of zero issue, but they kept it to themselves for years for fear of being dropped from SOPMOD II. They recently figured out how to fix the issue in old models and produce new optics without the problem. Then they tried to sell the fix to Uncle Sam as an upgrade. "I'll take 'What are Ethics?' for $1000 Alex."

I am cautious putting a NiB bolt carrier in a high use rifle. The NiB BCGs allegedly run much cooler than MilSpec versions - which is great in and of itself. Except, the rifle is still generating the same amount of heat and that heat has to go somewhere. If the BCG runs cooler, that means it is not sinking heat from the barrel extension. That means the chamber will retain more heat, which I don't think is the greatest idea for the overall health of the rifle, or the rounds being loaded in the chamber. For me, MilSpec BCGs are where it's at for any gun that is not just a range toy.

Dude, you should hear the shitstorm this is causing. I can't tell you how many guys are getting in trouble for sending this info up the chain of command in Emails or writing safety memos to their admin. The "leaders" don't want to know about any of this. Their attitude is akin to "Ignorance is bliss", and apparently they think it negates liability.

Any holster can get something caught in the trigger guard as you reholster. That's why you should always watch the gun into the holster. That being said the way the hybrid holsters are constructed I highly doubt it. The leather is typically a "2D" flat piece that sits against your body and the Kydex is the "3D" portion molded to the gun. The Kydex also ensures the holster remains open after the gun is removed even when normally a belt would make it collapse without reinforcement.

Some people say a 16" midlength barrel shoots better than the 14.5" barrel. I disagree and feel the 14.5" shoots softer.

Oh, and I agree on the barrel/gas system - midlength is the way to go. I prefer the 14.5" with perm attached muzzle device. Personally a complete upper is the way to go. I am partial to BCM but Primary Arms currently has a 16" midlength Troy upper for $599 that is a steal when you add up what the individual parts would cost: http://www.primaryarms.com/search.aspx?ss=Troy+upper As for LPK, look at Midwest PX (a forum sponsor and great guy) ALG ACT LPK. Their server is down but you can reach him by email: [email protected] or by phone: 815.246.2715

Paper clip worked perfectly for installing the pivot pin detent.

I built a lower for a guy at work last week. I forgot my tools, ending up using nothing but a paper clip and a multitasker.

I have the same experience with Sigs and HKs. It's the higher bore axis when compared to the Glock. I prefer striker fired pistols over DA/SA because of the consistancy in the trigger pull and the difference in trigger reset. :rofl:

How does having their sanctuary city breached and a horde of walkers enter their safe haven not move the story along? The choices the characters have to make from here are huge. Stay or go? Fight or run?

Splat, all leather IWB can be problematic when re-holstering. The top of the holster has a tendency to close when the gun is removed. Look at one of the hybrid leather/kydex such as CompTac or Crossbreed. I have had much success with these. If you are stuck on pure leather, make sure it has a reinforced opening that won't close under your belt when the gun is drawn out.

I tried the velcro - used one of those cable organizer type straps and some of the slim green stuff you use for tying tomato plants to stakes. Neither released the sling as fast or as easy as the rubber and the velcro seperating was loud. The Velcro did look neater than the rubber band though.

I didn't think it was too bad, aside from the two ladies not taking the hostage headshot in the Wolf made me angry. I mean, c'mon, they routinely make headshots at 25 yards on walkers - while running full tilt. You can't make one on that guy's big grape at 7 yards? Although, not taking the shot was probably more believable.....

Ah, I took his "SAW" as a general example of an NFA weapon/accessory, not specifically an M249 LMG. You could legally own a SAW in Kentucky or maybe PA, but not PRNJ as we have no provisions for NFA forearms.

I thought an officer can purchase with personal funds but technically the agency owns it and the Chief has to sign off on the paperwork. Upon retirement, the "SAW" would have to be legally sold, surrendered to the agency, or the officer has to move to a state where ownership would be legal.

Yes. Weapons bought/owned by a Law Enforcement Agency are exempt from all state and federal prohibitions. Paperwork still needs to be completed for NFA purchases, but the Agency is listed as the owner, not an individual officer. The Agency then issues it to officers as it seems fit. This is not NJ specific, but nationwide.

Yup. We have MSA Supreme headsets. DT, sounds good.

I love it, it's a lot of fun to shoot and I like it much better than other bulpups I have handled - Tavor, FN FS2000, P90. However, I advise against buying one as Microtech is no longer making them. Parts are proving impossible to source and third party vendors, such as RatWorx, are no longer developing and selling their parts. It is also different enough from the AUG that you can't use Steyr parts. I now shoot mine very little and baby it when I do because if something breaks on it, I am limited to the parts I have on hand to repair it. I am hoping someone will buy the tooling and start making them again, but I'm not holding my breath. If you want to try it out, let me know and we will figure something out. You are more than welcome to give it a spin.