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No shit? I didn’t even think of that....

Lol! Nope. No weird calibers, not a precision gun. I just want to build a “featureless” fighting carbine in 5.56 that is legal. I got my hands on an Ares/Fightlight SCR for a good price from a buddy in NY that is moving to Florida and no longer needs, or wants, a featureless AR. I think a side charger will really shine on one of these lowers. Then it’s decisions on slings, lights, and sights in that order.... Its a fun project. And yes, I do realize that I am basically making an AR into a Mini-14.

Sorry my brother! Not my intention. My point was you are being stubborn. You shoot the Glock better than the Sig but are resisting accepting the truth for a myriad of reasons I just can’t fathom. Maybe what you call feeling “weird” is actually what feeling “right” is supposed to feel like....

Shooting all handguns poorly doesn’t count.

But you shoot it better than your Sigs... Just Sayin...

This is the bolt carrier I need to use for this project. Dontsleeponit, who did the milling for you?

Thanks for the input so far guys. Yes, a folding charging handle would be an excellent option. I did forget one piece of info, it has to not use a proprietary BCG. It have to be able to use my own Bolt Carrier as its not a standard carrier.

For a Glock - the ALG Six Secound Mount is the answer. https://algdefense.com/6-second-mount.html There are even a couple of really good holster makers making rigs for these set ups.

So, I have always thought of the Side-Charging AR uppers as gimmicky and serving a niche role in the AR market. Interestingly enough, I find myself looking for one to finish a project I have been working on for a while. I thought a standard AR upper would work, but after consideration (and some smashed knuckles) I am thinking a side charger may be a better fit. The problem is I know very little about them or the companies that make them. Can anyone here school me on the Pros and Cons of side-chargers? Further, can anyone recommend which brands/models are good and which are shite? What qualities are desirable and not? Any version/company to avoid? Looking for a non-reciprocating style with a left side charging handle (unless someone who knows can convince me why right side would be better for a right handed shooter) and it must have a dust cover. Thanks!

You must be tougher than you look!

Thought this was a good reminder for those of us that prefer the ocean. https://www.itstactical.com/fitcom/swimming/dont-get-ripped-off-learn-to-identify-rip-currents-and-be-safe-in-the-ocean/

Pick a round that has enough ass to reach the important bits of whatever you are shooting at, at the rate you want to shoot at. After that, it’s all shot placement.

None that I have seen. However, I received guidance from the NJSP Firearms Unit in late May of this year. • There is currently no restriction on the power level or type of device. • They can be owned by anyone 18 or older. • They can be carried. • They can not be used for unlawful purposes. • They can be used for self defense.

Well fuck me... I scrolled up to what I thought was the first post and saw Peel’s. Thanks Bully.

Where is this range going to be located Peel?

OLight makes good stuff. I have a couple of their lights. They hold up well. * To update: I have gotten rid of all of my Olights. I no longer trust them to function safely, and the lower cost is not enough to offset the reduced reliability. They ran very hot, batteries became finicky, chargers quickly broke and switches were not as robust as I normally like.

Thanks for this Ty.

What distance are you shooting at? That may change your POA/POI relationship. If you are only shooting at 3 to 7yards, that’s kinda they way it’s supposed to be.

FourSevens AA Quark Prometheus Lights bought FourSevens, but you can still find them online at a few places. Prometheus is still honoring the FourSevens warranty. /thread

I Shane! He did one of my rifleguns too. He did the nicest job out of all of my rifles.

That’s awesome bro! Thanks for sharing. Too often we only hear when companies screw the pooch. It’s nice to hear when a company does right!

Yikes! Glad you are OK. Airbag deployments can be nasty.

I use Ballistic rated Oakley’s which are rated for MIL PRF32432 and ANSI Z87.1 (2010) - specifically MFrames 3.0 with clear lenses for “Social” work and ballistic Det Cords when at the range. I know that Smith, Wiley X, and ESS also make glasses that meet those requirements. Your eye and ear pro choices are no joke. Those are not places to cut corners and get something “just as good”.