Looking to pick up a .40 carbine. Would like some feedback on various rifles. I have a sub 2000 and taurus ct9 in 9mm. Dont want two of those. Would love to use handgun mags. I was thinking about the jrc or tnw aero but the lack of a lrbho turns me off. I also know about the storm but really hate the look. Would consider a 40 ar if components were available. All input is appreciated.

i am not a fan of handgun round carbines... but the CX4 storm was an amazing gun.. crazy accurate with just the factory sights... very ergonomic feel... you can hate the alien space ray look all you want but for function that thing was awesome... 

 

just saying.. 

The beretta really seems like my only option. The last round bolt hold open is just a pet peeve of mine.

The beretta really seems like my only option. The last round bolt hold open is just a pet peeve of mine.

 

 

I ONLY got rid of it because I was abloe to build a SBR AR15... if that were not the case I would still own that gun...

Not a fan of the Storm, trigger really sucks. Find a .40 AR.

 

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_id=414

I saw an Olympic AR style rifle (K-40) on BGB.com

 

 

Look here:

 

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=380169236

 

 

Need to verify the exact model (Not stamped AR) but you know that......

Not a 40 but if I was in the market for a pistol caliber carbine, it would be the JP-GMR-12

http://www.jprifles.com/1.2.13_GMR.php

Uses 9mm glock mags and it is a JP.

Not a fan of the Storm, trigger really sucks. Find a .40 AR.

 

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_id=414

Upgraded trigger in mine and I was getting plenty tight groups with it...

No love for the Storm. It is an ugly m-f'r for sure, but runs flawlessly! It is my Knockdown Steel gun. Iron sights are great, throw a cheap dot on there that co-witnesses with them, you're good to go. I have not changed the trigger on it, I saw no need to. If you are shooting for accuracy, then maybe, but to hit steel plates, I rarely miss, and I suck!

 

Yes Joe, mine is a .40 cal. I had a second one I sold last year. Had the 9mm version also, should have kept it.

No love for the Storm. It is an ugly m-f'r for sure, but runs flawlessly! It is my Knockdown Steel gun. Iron sights are great, throw a cheap dot on there that co-witnesses with them, you're good to go. I have not changed the trigger on it, I saw no need to. If you are shooting for accuracy, then maybe, but to hit steel plates, I rarely miss, and I suck!

 

Yes Joe, mine is a .40 cal. I had a second one I sold last year. Had the 9mm version also, should have kept it.

That was my experience as well.... The gun is solid....

Take down is simple...

And accurate as can be...

 

You may want to consider the trigger... Even though what you have is working... The Sierra papa trigger does have a better feel to it...

Not a fan of the Storm, trigger really sucks. Find a .40 AR.

 

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_id=414

cant justify that price. I think the cx4 is overpriced

I saw an Olympic AR style rifle (K-40) on BGB.com

 

 

Look here:

 

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=380169236

 

 

Need to verify the exact model (Not stamped AR) but you know that......

not a fan of the carry handle ar's

Not a 40 but if I was in the market for a pistol caliber carbine, it would be the JP-GMR-12

http://www.jprifles.com/1.2.13_GMR.php

Uses 9mm glock mags and it is a JP.

really looking for a 40. have a couple 9mm carbines already

Looks like i will be gett a g22 or 23 lower and a mechtech upper

I have a JRC in 9mm. I like it and it never malfunctions. You can get them in 45 40 and 9 and they sell caliber conversion for each caliber. I don't like the fact that there is no BHO on last round but it works for me. The rifle is also compatible with most standard AR parts. I think I saw the caliber kits for $250 they other day. They use Glock mags in 9 and 40 and they can be had in .45acp to use 1911 mags.

 

Also I just found this\\

 

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_ID=414

I have a JRC in 9mm. I like it and it never malfunctions. You can get them in 45 40 and 9 and they sell caliber conversion for each caliber. I don't like the fact that there is no BHO on last round but it works for me. The rifle is also compatible with most standard AR parts. I think I saw the caliber kits for $250 they other day. They use Glock mags in 9 and 40 and they can be had in .45acp to use 1911 mags.

 

Also I just found this\

 

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_ID=414

the lack of the last round bolt hold open is the deal breaker for me. If it werent an issue i would have bought the tnw aero

Have you seen this one? I cannot find any info if it has LRHO. I think most pcc's don't have that option pretty sure the MP5 doesn't..I could be wrong. Ther must be a good reaso why most PCC's don't offer it?

 

http://www.thureondefense.com/content/thureon-defense-ga-basic-carbine

Joe, I have seen the CX4's for $650, yet there are also people trying to get over $1000 for the gun.

 

Maybe I will look into that trigger, seems like a lot of people like that upgrade.

Joe, I have seen the CX4's for $650, yet there are also people trying to get over $1000 for the gun.

 

Maybe I will look into that trigger, seems like a lot of people like that upgrade.

yeah the variation in pricing is crazy.

Well it looks like the mech tech removes the last round bolt hold open. Scratch that idea. Does the berreta hold the bolt open?

Yes, the Beretta will hold-open on an empty mag. Plus..............You get to buy ANOTHER handgun that will use the same mags between the two!

 

Now, be forewarned. There are two different CX4's. The one I still own uses the same mags as the PX4 handgun. They also sell a CX4 which will use the same mags as the 96FS. Or, you can get an adapter that lets you use the other mag in the CX4 if you want to. I don't remember which way it goes.......... The first time I tried my 96FS mag in my CX4, it slid up and in, and then fell out on my foot. I could use it if I held it up in place, but that wasn't going to cut it for Knockdown Steel that day!

Well it looks like the mech tech removes the last round bolt hold open. Scratch that idea. Does the berreta hold the bolt open?

 

 

yes it holds bolt open.. 

i am not a fan of handgun round carbines... but the CX4 storm was an amazing gun.. crazy accurate with just the factory sights... very ergonomic feel... you can hate the alien space ray look all you want but for function that thing was awesome... 

 

just saying.. 

This.. I have to cx4 in 9 and love it. great carbine and with the sierra papa trigger kits and few other upgrades its damn near flawless operation and smooth as hell

I also want a .40 rifle.  I'm getting that ugly .40 SW Taurus Carbine for myself next year.  The reviews for the 9mm version have been positive.

I also want a .40 rifle. I'm getting that ugly .40 SW Taurus Carbine for myself next year. The reviews for the 9mm version have been positive.

i have the 9mm version . We can go shoot it. It is still a virgin. No rounds through it yet

Yes, the Beretta will hold-open on an empty mag. Plus..............You get to buy ANOTHER handgun that will use the same mags between the two!

 

Now, be forewarned. There are two different CX4's. The one I still own uses the same mags as the PX4 handgun. They also sell a CX4 which will use the same mags as the 96FS. Or, you can get an adapter that lets you use the other mag in the CX4 if you want to. I don't remember which way it goes.......... The first time I tried my 96FS mag in my CX4, it slid up and in, and then fell out on my foot. I could use it if I held it up in place, but that wasn't going to cut it for Knockdown Steel that day!

i have a 92 already that shares mags with my sub2000. Guess i would have an excuse to buy a beretta 96

i have the 9mm version . We can go shoot it. It is still a virgin. No rounds through it yet

Let me know when you have time.  I have a few use or lose days left this year.  Plus I have a few cool new stuff you might want to check out.

Let me know when you have time. I have a few use or lose days left this year. Plus I have a few cool new stuff you might want to check out.

roger that

I have no idea if possible at all but an mp5/10 would be f-in great.

Another question..if I buy one that takes px4 mags. Can I convert it to use 96 mags