I ordered my BCM 14.5" mid length upper yesterday!

[ghostman1960]

And I lay the blame entirely on Stickmans shoulders! After looking at the pics of his I HAD to have one. Now all I am waiting on is the shipping confirmation. Come on BCM! Ship that bad boy to me so o can shoot it this weekend!

[rob_s]

Which setup/rail/handguard did you go with? Did you get the PWS muzzle brake on the end?

I have two of the 14.5" BCM mid-lengths (one with Troy TRX VTAC Extreme tube and one with Troy TRX Standard) right now and am very, very impressed with both of them.

[ghostman1960]

I got the A2X FH. I alreay have a set of Troy DI rails for it and a fail zero BCG to put in. I am very excited. I have read all good things about these. I am hoping against hope it arrives by Friday!

[Hatter]

I feel for you ghostman. I blame Stick for my fascination with SBR's. Speaking of which I'm waiting for a Rainier 10.5 UM upper with Thunderbolt BCG (soon to be standard).

But I'm also interested in Rob's question about the PWS brake. Did you get one on the upper? Was it the FSC556? I currently have this on my LMT 16 piston gun and although recoil was reduced compared to the original A2 it was supplied with, muzzle climb is still a bit much and the sound signature is incredibly loud! I'm just curious about how this performs on the 14.5 upper. Might be willing to try the Triple Tap if it keeps the weapon on point of aim.

[rob_s]

Hatter I can tell you that on the two 14.5" mid-length gas-system BCM guns that I have with the PWS FS556 muzzle climb is literally near zero. The first time I shot one I felt like the muzzle was actually diving.

[ghostman1960]

Rob, can you tell me how long it took to get your uppers after you ordered them

[rob_s]

I have two complete 14.5" guns on T&E. The first isn't really "complete" but Paul sent me a complete upper and a complete lower. The second is a true BCM complete rifle with the new logo and is a production model (the other is something he put together at my request). Because of this I can't really comment on lead time.

I can tell you that if Paul shows something in-stock and you place the order, you'll get it quickly. In my experience everything from Bravo Company ships next day at latest.

[Hatter]

I'm jealous Rob. That was what I was hoping for with it on the piston gun and the reviews I read were great but nothing for certain on the piston models. I'm fearing that the muzzle climmb is a result of the piston weight being driven back. I'm looking to build a 10.5 SBR with KX3 (standard on Rainier UM upper) and I may try the PWS556 on this as well.

[5pins]

The first time I shot one I felt like the muzzle was actually diving.
It’s called flinching.[:D]

In the past BCM has shipped very fast to me.

[rob_s]

It’s called flinching.[:D]

It's funny you mention that as I have seen this as a side-effect in some that have shot this gun wherein a flinch that they've always had becomes painfully obvious, much like when the gun runs dry unexpectedly or their encounter a malfunction.

[ghostman1960]

I emailed them and asked for an estimate as to when it will ship. They replied it should ship this week. So the go my dreams of shooting it this weekend.

[ghostman1960]

I just got the email saying it shipped!!!

[Stickman]

BCM shipping has been very fast for me as well. I wouldn't write it off for this weekend quite yet.


These uppers are very nicely setup, I've mentioned in the past that I'm running one as a duty upper, and I have to also mention again that its hard to put into words how this upper shoots. There is a feel to it that separates these uppers from other midlengths.

[Cameron]

I have ordered a few items from BCM in the past and they have always shipped very fast, I ordered the BCM 18" MK12 upper on a Wednesday and had it that Friday.

I really like the idea of a 14.5" mid length for my wife and the guys at BCM sent me the 14.5" below. Everything I have ordered has always come in perfect condition and shipped quickly.

BCM 14.5" mid length DD 12" Lite rail with PWS FSC556 comp
BCM 18" MK12 Mod 3X-Bravo DD 14" Lite rail

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4142/4880321333_ff829da6e1_b.jpg

I'm certainly extremely happy with the products and service from BCM and now very happy with the 14.5" mid length!

Cameron

[ghostman1960]

My tracking number says it won't get here until Monday the 16th. It's going to be a long four days.

[markm]

Yep. They must by hopping. I ordered one of the closeout modstocks and it took a few days for it to ship. It'll be well worth the wait.

[Optimus Prime]

I won't tell you guys how fast I get stuff from them... almost makes the in-state sales tax worth it.

[Stickman]

My tracking number says it won't get here until Monday the 16th. It's going to be a long four days.


Sorry to hear that, if it makes you feel any better, here is a quick pic of mine in its duty weapon configuration.....

http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/BCM/868W1441-1024-Stick.jpg

[ghostman1960]

Sorry to hear that, if it makes you feel any better, here is a quick pic of mine in its duty weapon configuration.....

http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/BCM/868W1441-1024-Stick.jpg

I am now going to stare at this picture until UPS arrives on Monday. lol

[Rated21R]

Is that a middy?

[ghostman1960]

Yes it is a 14.5" middy.

[Aragorn]

...here is a quick pic of mine in its duty weapon configuration.....

http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/BCM/868W1441-1024-Stick.jpg

How well do you like your light configuration like that? I've been debating doing that with an X300 on my recce, as opposed to just straight up mounting it on the 9 o'clock. Also, what sling is that?

[ghostman1960]

http://i596.photobucket.com/albums/tt45/ghostman1960/1281992791.jpg

[Paulo_Santos]

Looks great.

[ghostman1960]

http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz159/ghostman1961/DSCF0391.jpg
http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz159/ghostman1961/DSCF0404.jpg
http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz159/ghostman1961/DSCF0395.jpg
http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz159/ghostman1961/DSCF0390.jpg

[Canonshooter]

Got mine last week, will be taking it for a test drive this weekend.

http://www.canonshooter.com/photos2/ar-1c.jpg


http://www.canonshooter.com/photos2/ar-2c.jpg

[m249saw]

Those look great guys. This might be my next upper to complement my 10.3". Maybe by the time I order it the Magpul MOE Midlength handguards will be out.

[m249saw]

Dammit, now after seeing they have a lightweight profile 14.5 middy, I want one! Unfortunately not in stock so I will wait for an email when they are back in.

Should have avoided this thread ;-)

[Stickman]

Dammit, now after seeing they have a lightweight profile 14.5 middy, I want one! Unfortunately not in stock so I will wait for an email when they are back in.

Should have avoided this thread ;-)


I've got a light weight 16" BCM Middy, and its great. The light weight barrel profile really makes a difference in handling.

[m249saw]

BCM just got the lightweight 14.5 middies back in stock. Just placed an order for mine!

[Lancelot]

My newest one....

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4102/4895152872_fa765eb775_z.jpg


Currently my favorite.

[Stickman]

My newest one....

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4102/4895152872_fa765eb775_z.jpg


Currently my favorite.



Brother that is freakishly like how my current duty weapon is setup!

[Lancelot]

Great minds think alike I guess. It needs an optic. (No budget for one.) But it shoots very well, and the balance is good. I've moved the hand stop a little, and there will be a couple of minor changes up front. (Lego for grown ups.)

[Lancelot]

Ok I lied. I put the hand stop back where it was. (In the picture) But now I want to cut my 16" BCM down to 14.5. I really like the length that much.

[Cameron]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4086/5055131387_a060eeeedd_b.jpg