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Hey Ty. You're welcome for the order. Glad to do it. You're a peach to deal with. Barrel should be here Tuesday along with most of the other stuff. I just need to pick a handguard. I'm betwixt and between a couple of different ones. I like the Fortis because it's really light and neat looking. I just wish it didn't have the bottom rail permanently attached and could be used as a top rail only. I like the RRA Advanced Half Quad Rail, but it's only available in 12" and I'm wanting to run a 15" on my gun. The TRO is cool as well, but I don't love it. I like the Midwest Industries SS Gen II(I think). I believe that the barrel nut on that is proprietary and that's a bit of a turn off. Finally I like the Seekins Precision SP3R. Neat shape being that it's a triangle and I like the option of the flat bottom for shooting off a rest. It's a tough one to find in stock, however. Most likely it'll be whatever hits me at a moment. We'll see how it rolls. C

Thanks all for the encouragement and laughs. As for the annealing, the stuff I've been reading suggests that doing it or not has little to no effect on brass life. And yes, I've loaded 20 rounds. That'll do until these get fired and they are proven to work. C

I just finished setting up my new(to me) trimmer and loading 20 rounds of 300 AAC Blackout. Rifle loading is a serious pain in the arse!!! The trimming and sizing and yadda yadda. Why the hell do I do this to myself? Just wanted to vent. Nothing more. I'm hoping to have the rifle to shoot these in ready in the next month or so. Just trying to figure out what hand guard to get. We'll see if my work paid off then. C

Rob at Alchemy Customs would be my first recommendation. Great work with quick turn around. You should only have to ship the top end which won't be all that much. C

Ordered the enhanced BCG from Ty at MidwestPX today along with the Mega Arms charging handle. I chose the MidwestPX BCG because although I could most likely get better, I don't think I can get any better. I'll explain... Ty has been super patient with me answering ALL my crazy questions and putting up with my general insanity that I get into when I start a project like this. He calmly talked to me about his product and, interestingly enough, didn't talk down about any others. That's a sign of a really good business man. Also, it's the sign of someone that has complete confidence in their product. It also seems as though the product is very fairly priced in the market given what it is and is made from. So, that'a why I bought it. I also believe in supporting those that support me, and my interests and Ty is a supporter of the forum so he generally gets first crack at my business. I got the Mega Arms charging handle 'cuz it matches my upper and it's what he had in stock. I'll let y'all know when it shows. C

I'm like T Bill. I want to buy less, shoot more. I am planning on shooting at least 2 matches a month and hoping to get to the range at least once in between each match. I have stocked up on reloading supplies for my chosen pistol and am pretty ready to go. I'm looking forward to enjoying the sport of shooting a bit more as opposed to preparing for the worst case. I would also like to become an NRA certified pistol instructor. I would also like to get out on a hunt this year(first time) either piggies down south or local deer. C

I called and spoke to Lindsey. I purchased one of the stock barrels listed on the site. http://saternmachining.com/barrels_on_hand FWIW, the main sales person, Maranda(I think) is out until today. Lindsey was great. C

So I hear. Glad to know that someone else is watching this thread. I was feeling lonely. C

Barrel is ordered and will hopefully be here today or tomorrow. I picked up a Satern GI profile 14.5" with a 1/8 twist. I also got their helical brake, a lo-pro gas block and gas tube. For what it's worth they are the NICEST folks to deal with. They offered me a military discount on some of the parts which brought the price of the package down lower than I expected. They offer the same to LEO if anyone is interested. All that without me asking for it. I sent them a picture/email of my honorable and it was done. I will also say that it's a bit disconcerting to speak to a Midwestern housewife that is more knowledgeable about guns than I am. So far I'm pleased. Hopefully the barrel shows up and exceeds my expectations as well. Pics will follow when it's in hand. C

I have a thread documenting my build. It will be posted there. C

I just ordered one for my build. That'll be me hoping for the best as well. C

You're tellin me!!

Definitely no AR type firearms and no handguns. Beyond that you shouldn't have much trouble. IANAL. C

Give Jim Blauvelt in PA a call. I know it's not central Jersey, but I believe he's a driveable distance from you. I've not had any work done by him, but have seen it. I don't know if he re-blues tho. C

Well, it looks like Ty is out of stock on the BCG I want to put in my rifle, so I'm going to order the barrel and such today. I'm getting a 14.5" govt profile barrel from Satern Machining with a 1/8 twist. I am also going to go with their helical muzzle break. I am waiting to see if they have the gas tube and block as well. If not, I'll source them from someone else. On another note, I cut down about 250 commercial 223 cases last night with the HF chop saw. I am going to form the necks this evening and then wait for my trimmer to show. I found a guy selling an older Lyman trimmer with a bunch of pilots for a great price. Eventually I'll get the power adapter, but for now it'll do. I have bullets, powder and primers so I should be gtg pretty quickly. C

Take a look at the Mueller. Great glass for the money. I had one on a .22 and it worked like a charm. Optics Planet is doing free shipping and 10% off for the remainder of December. http://www.opticsplanet.com/mueller-optics-4-5-14x40mm-ao-apv-rifle-scope.html C

I guess they hired someone that shot and killed a woman holding a child at "ruby ridge". They are standing by their choice. That's about all I know. I haven't done much follow up on it. C

I just had to pull apart 50 rounds of .44 for the above mentioned reason. Wrong powder. I'm just glad I caught it when I did. C

Isn't Troy the evil, red headed stepchild of the AR world at this very moment? I like the Geissele rail and would be willing to mod it if necessary. It's a really good looking piece. Nice little pickup, wsaraceni. Thanks for posting it. C

I shot my lower with my buddy's upper and have to say that I love the trigger. It is NOT light. It is crisp, however and nice and smooth. For a nice "safe" trigger it's gonna do the job for me. C

It comes in pretty colors... duh!!! (JK) Cool concept. I've seen it and like it, I think. Bit spendy for me but cool nonetheless. C

I have gotten a (so far) argument free day with my step kids!!! ...and a happy wife! Happy wife=happy life. C

I've already spoken to my LGS. We shall see. I assume that a part number won't be released until after SHOT. C

Let me just add that it cracks me up that they NEVER show the left side of the new guns so as not to expose the "dirty" little lock. Too much. Hey Smith and Wesson, we ALL know that the lock is there!!! C

I would also imagine .355. If this gun is as pricey as I think it'll be, I can't imagine that they would put a 357 barrel on it. However from a cost perspective... Let's hope they do the right thing. I also would prefer a 4" but this looks like a really fun little gun. I can't wait to see it. C