Leupold makes good stuff. I dont really think you can go wrong there. Good glass will always cost money, but it is always worth it in the end.

Again, a little more "cart before the horse" kinda stuff, but given the current atmosphere I figured what the hay!  I grabbed some 147gn M80 ball bullets from NERELOADING.com so I will have something to send down range.  Accuracy isn't amazing apparently, but that's not what they are meant for.  They are meant to be "minute of enemy" and nothing more.  Again, they can at least be sent downrange.  I am slowly gathering components as I have the funds.  I do have a box of 155gn A-Max bullets as well.  I have some 110's on the way.  I will probably get some 220-240 gn  GC lead to try, just for fun.

 

Now, I just need to get brass and dies.

 

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Moving right along.

 

Magpul MOE grip

ALG-ACT trigger

Selector

 

All installed.  All functions check out just fine.  Trigger seems pretty smooth and relatively crisp if a touch heavy.  Nothing I didn't expect. 

 

Stock is shipping late next week.

 

C

 

Moving right along.

 

Magpul MOE grip

ALG-ACT trigger

Selector

 

All installed.  All functions check out just fine.  Trigger seems pretty smooth and relatively crisp if a touch heavy.  Nothing I didn't expect. 

 

Stock is shipping late next week.

 

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Throw some JP springs in it.  ~$10  Should drop the weight a few pounds and still be reliable.

Throw some JP springs in it.  ~$10  Should drop the weight a few pounds and still be reliable.

I'm going to run it as is for the time being.  I like to run at least 500 rounds through my guns before thinking I need to change anything.  Thank you for the suggestion. 

 

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Again, a little more "cart before the horse" kinda stuff, but given the current atmosphere I figured what the hay!  I grabbed some 147gn M80 ball bullets from NERELOADING.com so I will have something to send down range.  Accuracy isn't amazing apparently, but that's not what they are meant for.  They are meant to be "minute of enemy" and nothing more.  Again, they can at least be sent downrange.  I am slowly gathering components as I have the funds.  I do have a box of 155gn A-Max bullets as well.  I have some 110's on the way.  I will probably get some 220-240 gn  GC lead to try, just for fun.

 

Now, I just need to get brass and dies.

 

C

why not look into making your own brass from .223/5.56 brass.

why not look into making your own brass from .223/5.56 brass.

That's the plan.  I am a handgun shooter mostly, so I don't own any 223 rifles.  I am looking to score some brass from a friend this afternoon.  If you have extra you want "donate" to the cause, I'm game. 

 

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I received 250+/- pieces of 223 brass today.  I ordered the dies as well. 

 

After this week it should slow down a good bit as the money train goes on hiatus.  And, all the other stuff I need to purchase is fairly "big ticket" in comparison.

 

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Stock and the attendant parts showed up today. Gonna make a run up to grab them early next week. Cant wait to get the bottom end of this gun done.

 

Dies should be here tomorrow. Looking for a trimmer if anyone has a line on an inexpensive one.

 

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That's the plan.  I am a handgun shooter mostly, so I don't own any 223 rifles.  I am looking to score some brass from a friend this afternoon.  If you have extra you want "donate" to the cause, I'm game. 

 

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pick it out of the brass bucket at the range like i do. i haven't gotten around to reloading anything yet. i need bullets and primers but i have lots of nice brass is all calibers i shoot.

Well, I now have a complete lower and am wondering where to go from here.

 

I am looking into BCG's and am a touch overwhelmed by the choices. NiB, phosphated, carpenter 158, ad nauseum... I know that Rutgers95 suggested the AIM Surplus which to my completely newbie eye looks fine, but am I missing something? I am going to be running a 300Blk gun, un-suppressed naturally, with supersonic handloads. Is there anything I need to be aware of as it pertains to the BCG's? Any hidden issues with one company or another? Any other suggestions from anyone on which BCG to look into? Budget wise, I'd like to stay around 100-150ish. It's where I'm comfortable.

 

Thanks again.

 

C

 

http://midwestpx.com/product_info.php?cPath=52_97&products_id=607

I like the sights btw.

I like the sights btw.

Thanks.

 

I took the lower to the range and put my buddy's upper on it. Ran great. Trigger was really nice. Stock is perfect. I am super happy with my choices so far.

 

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Good. Thats the way to do it. How heavy is the ace?

The stock is pretty light. I want to say just over a pound. Don't hold me to that. Very comfortable and maybe it's the new parts, but it seemed pretty quiet as well.

 

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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.

 

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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.

 

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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

Total tangent but your comment about midwestern housewives and guns got me chuckling.  My wife is a native of Iowa and her grandmother grew up with a .410 behind her bedroom door as a little girl.  Everyone in the house had their own shotgun from the age of 10 or 12 on.  They used them to hunt game as well as drive off foxes, wolves, and according to her, gypsys, from the chicken coop.  Gun culture runs deep in the midwest.  

Total tangent but your comment about midwestern housewives and guns got me chuckling.  My wife is a native of Iowa and her grandmother grew up with a .410 behind her bedroom door as a little girl.  Everyone in the house had their own shotgun from the age of 10 or 12 on.  They used them to hunt game as well as drive off foxes, wolves, and according to her, gypsys, from the chicken coop.  Gun culture runs deep in the midwest.

So I hear.

 

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

 

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.

 

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Thanks for the order!  

 

I don't see any upside to badmouthing other brands, really.  Parts retailers are a pretty close-knit group and I'm personal friends with the guys who own some of my primary competition.  For the most part, there's very little outright hostility between vendors.  The ones who are standoffish and adversarial are more the exception than the rule.  Besides, mudslinging means I have to get dirty too.  I'd rather let my product speak for itself and gladly explain the features and benefits of my chosen specifications for my branded products.  It's my job as a retailer to educate my customers so they get the best value for their money because I know how frustrating it can be to spend hard-earned money on what turns out to be junk.  And I do have 100% confidence in the parts I choose to mark and sell under the house brand.  That's why they are all backed by a warranty against defects in material and workmanship. 

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.

 

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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

did you check out any of the troy battlerail options? I have the alpha and it has been pretty solid.

Palmetto lower, drop in a nice trigger set buy an upper. Somebody makes an 18in bull upper.

did you check out any of the troy battlerail options? I have the alpha and it has been pretty solid.

Skipping Troy products for the time being. Thanks for the heads up. Not a fan of their policies.

 

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Palmetto lower, drop in a nice trigger set buy an upper. Somebody makes an 18in bull upper.

Lower is built. Upper is in hand, just waiting on parts.

 

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Skipping Troy products for the time being. Thanks for the heads up. Not a fan of their policies.

 

C

 

What policy is that?

http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/2013/08/daniel-zimmerman/what-the-hells-the-problem-with-troy-industries/

 

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What policy is that?

They hired some anti-gun people to work for their training division.  Fired them after the public backlash but they've burned a ton of goodwill within the community.