Just AR's Gallery [Archive] - Page 9

Dstrbdmedic167

10 December 2015, 20:22

Do you like the mro? I've read mixed reviews about there being some magnification and distortion. Some are seeing it and some aren't. I've been debating on one for the bedside gun I'm going to build.

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I haven't had a chance to get some real time behind it but I haven't had any issues that other people state they are having. I say get one and see for yourself...

silviacrazed

10 December 2015, 20:28

I haven't had a chance to get some real time behind it but I haven't had any issues that other people state they are having. I say get one and see for yourself...
The price is definitely right. I just put a T2 on my patrol rifle and that was a tough amount to swallow. Can't afford to have 3 of them lol

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Axlnut

11 December 2015, 20:30

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/transformer_coyote_snakeskin.jpg

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Transformer_nsr_mlok.jpg

BoilerUp

11 December 2015, 20:54

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/transformer_coyote_snakeskin.jpg

Nice looking rifle. Is that the PWS FSC? I have on on a .308 and love it. What do you think on the 556?

Axlnut

11 December 2015, 20:59

Thanks!

Yes, PWS FSC 556, and I've been very happy with it - have tried a lot of other stuff - all around, for what I expect from a combo device, others have subjectively performed as well, but none outclassed it - so I've stuck with it for quite some time.

Axlnut

11 December 2015, 21:00

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/manticore_arms_transformer_cerakote_woodland_camo_ g10_executive_ordnance.jpg

DutyUse

11 December 2015, 21:02

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/manticore_arms_transformer_cerakote_woodland_camo_ g10_executive_ordnance.jpg

Nice! Love the woodland

Axlnut

11 December 2015, 21:13

Nice! Love the woodland

Thanks - had to hand cut the stencils and wanted to stick to 3 colors so.. Plus there's something about the crisp color breaks of woodland that I just love. I like that it's "old school" now as well. Throwback camo ;-)

DutyUse

11 December 2015, 21:15

Thanks - had to hand cut the stencils and wanted to stick to 3 colors so.. Plus there's something about the crisp color breaks of woodland that I just love. I like that it's "old school" now as well. Throwback camo ;-)

Now I'm really impressed. Dura coat, cerakote, rattle can? How'd you manage to cut stencils for it and what did you use? It turned out excellent, I thought it was professionally done

Axlnut

11 December 2015, 21:25

Now I'm really impressed. Dura coat, cerakote, rattle can? How'd you manage to cut stencils for it and what did you use? It turned out excellent, I thought it was professionally done

Cerakote - I'd venture to say I'm just shy of professional - although I've pretty much cut off doing customer work to focus on part design. My Cerakote equipment is all DIY level stuff, HF blast cab, small compressor, their budget recommended gun, a smoker converted to an oven, etc. Nothing that anybody that has attention to detail can't duplicate.

For stencils - since I never got myself a nice plotter yet, what I did was the painters tape on wax paper trick.

Blue painters tape (wide) on both sides of a piece of wax paper, slightly overlapping, and it helps to run each side in opposite directions.

Then draw your pattern pieces out by hand on the tape.

Cut them out with scissors for the large stuff, or get fancy and use an exacto knife for small corners ( I didn't on this one).

Peel one side of tape off at a time from the wax paper, and for each feature you get two "stencils"

Order was - black base coat, smallest stencils, then brown, larger, then FDE, and finally very large stencils placed sparingly for OD green - leaving all the previous in place throughout the process.

The hardest part was doing the stock at the same time with just one oven, as the final cure temps are different, and it's cold in my new backyard shop ;-)

DutyUse

11 December 2015, 21:43

Cerakote - I'd venture to say I'm just shy of professional - although I've pretty much cut off doing customer work to focus on part design. My Cerakote equipment is all DIY level stuff, HF blast cab, small compressor, their budget recommended gun, a smoker converted to an oven, etc. Nothing that anybody that has attention to detail can't duplicate.

For stencils - since I never got myself a nice plotter yet, what I did was the painters tape on wax paper trick.

Blue painters tape (wide) on both sides of a piece of wax paper, slightly overlapping, and it helps to run each side in opposite directions.

Then draw your pattern pieces out by hand on the tape.

Cut them out with scissors for the large stuff, or get fancy and use an exacto knife for small corners ( I didn't on this one).

Peel one side of tape off at a time from the wax paper, and for each feature you get two "stencils"

Order was - black base coat, smallest stencils, then brown, larger, then FDE, and finally very large stencils placed sparingly for OD green - leaving all the previous in place throughout the process.

The hardest part was doing the stock at the same time with just one oven, as the final cure temps are different, and it's cold in my new backyard shop ;-)

Dang I was hoping you were gonna say you knocked it out in an hour with rattle can and Saran Wrap lol. Give me the notion a non artist like myself could duplicate it... But no I think I'll leave it to the pro and semi pros lol. It turned out excellent, and rivals what I've seen from some of the "big shops". If you ever feel like taking on customers again let me know. I'd love to get one of my rifles done in woodland like that.

Pyzik

11 December 2015, 21:50

Great paint job!

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/11/5fd7795220c1cdec653cce9c1e153881.jpg

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Axlnut

11 December 2015, 21:54

Dang I was hoping you were gonna say you knocked it out in an hour with rattle can and Saran Wrap lol. Give me the notion a non artist like myself could duplicate it... But no I think I'll leave it to the pro and semi pros lol. It turned out excellent, and rivals what I've seen from some of the "big shops". If you ever feel like taking on customers again let me know. I'd love to get one of my rifles done in woodland like that.

If I do - I will announce it here, but not without being a site sponsor first. I'm just here right now as an enthusiast and to offer any advice and help within my lane. I don't want anyone to get the wrong impression that I'm trying to promote for free.

Again, thanks for the compliments - I'm really stoked that people like this one, as that rifle is pretty special to me.

Another shot of it showing more of the pattern (and I'll probably end up posting a lot more of it and others)

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/manticore_transformer_camo_executive_ordnance.jpg

Axlnut

11 December 2015, 22:11

Thanks Pyzik - Great photos and builds! I follow you on social media, your work is an inspiration. Photography is a new hobby for me - I'm learning slowly.

BoilerUp

12 December 2015, 06:16

Cerakote - I'd venture to say I'm just shy of professional - although I've pretty much cut off doing customer work to focus on part design. My Cerakote equipment is all DIY level stuff, HF blast cab, small compressor, their budget recommended gun, a smoker converted to an oven, etc. Nothing that anybody that has attention to detail can't duplicate.

For stencils - since I never got myself a nice plotter yet, what I did was the painters tape on wax paper trick.

Blue painters tape (wide) on both sides of a piece of wax paper, slightly overlapping, and it helps to run each side in opposite directions.

Then draw your pattern pieces out by hand on the tape.

Cut them out with scissors for the large stuff, or get fancy and use an exacto knife for small corners ( I didn't on this one).

Peel one side of tape off at a time from the wax paper, and for each feature you get two "stencils"

Order was - black base coat, smallest stencils, then brown, larger, then FDE, and finally very large stencils placed sparingly for OD green - leaving all the previous in place throughout the process.

The hardest part was doing the stock at the same time with just one oven, as the final cure temps are different, and it's cold in my new backyard shop ;-)

Well done. Good work. Reminds me of the MERDC camo pattern the military applied to vehicles in the 70's and 80's before the current NATO tri-color scheme

http://www.stillchampion.com/img/history/1980s_1990s/m113_apc__80s.jpg

Farva

12 December 2015, 07:31

If I do - I will announce it here, but not without being a site sponsor first. I'm just here right now as an enthusiast and to offer any advice and help within my lane. I don't want anyone to get the wrong impression that I'm trying to promote for free.

Again, thanks for the compliments - I'm really stoked that people like this one, as that rifle is pretty special to me.

Another shot of it showing more of the pattern (and I'll probably end up posting a lot more of it and others)

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/manticore_transformer_camo_executive_ordnance.jpg

Perfection.

Pyzik

12 December 2015, 07:41

Thanks Pyzik - Great photos and builds! I follow you on social media, your work is an inspiration. Photography is a new hobby for me - I'm learning slowly.
Awesome. Thanks man. Well you've came to the right place for the love of photographing guns. Haha.

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Pyzik

12 December 2015, 13:36

Jerry R

12 December 2015, 13:55

What to do??

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/592/23077349094_3313087cb3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/BagrTd)
Rainier (https://flic.kr/p/BagrTd) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

Slap some parts on that Puppy !!!

Great photo. I have a similar problem, but with only a lower.

Axlnut

12 December 2015, 16:17

silviacrazed

12 December 2015, 16:21

Got Lightroom and PS today (moving over from GIMP)

Also got a new tripod and some other goodies I'll play with tonight.

First attempt at using lightroom, with the woodland upper on a random lower:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/transformer_pdw_lower.jpg
I haven't played with light room much. I love CS6 though. I wish I had more equipment to really get nice shots. One day I'll buy a soft box.

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Axlnut

12 December 2015, 16:42

I haven't played with light room much. I love CS6 though. I wish I had more equipment to really get nice shots. One day I'll buy a soft box.

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Def a learning curve - everybody told me the PS UI was easier to use than GIMP - but I've been GIMP / Linux for so long I'm kind of lost.

silviacrazed

12 December 2015, 16:46

Def a learning curve - everybody told me the PS UI was easier to use than GIMP - but I've been GIMP / Linux for so long I'm kind of lost.
Nice thing about PS is it's pretty much that benchmark, so there's loads of tutorials out there all over the Internet.

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Farva

12 December 2015, 17:00

Lightroom takes a little learning curve but it's gaining popularity. Should be able to find plenty of tutorials on the yourtubes also

Txfilmmaker

12 December 2015, 17:21

I need to play with Light Room. I know PS like the back of my hand. I'm hoping that makes LR easy. I've been using Aperture, but Apple discontinued it.

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Pyzik

12 December 2015, 17:41

I use Lightroom more than I use PS.

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Axlnut

12 December 2015, 21:46

I use Lightroom more than I use PS.

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I'm catching that it's super powerful - had a shot I took yesterday, but an extreme temp swing between camera in vehicle and unseasonably warm day fogged the mirrors - but I really loved the shot.

A few sliders in lightroom and the "haze" was completely gun - over to PS to add some layers and desaturate the wood.. Two days ago I would have scrapped what became:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/woodland_camo_manticore_transformer.jpg

So yeah, I'm pretty much sold. Now to watch more of these tutorials and try to wrap my mind around all of these features.

DutyUse

13 December 2015, 00:31

I'm catching that it's super powerful - had a shot I took yesterday, but an extreme temp swing between camera in vehicle and unseasonably warm day fogged the mirrors - but I really loved the shot.

A few sliders in lightroom and the "haze" was completely gun - over to PS to add some layers and desaturate the wood.. Two days ago I would have scrapped what became:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/woodland_camo_manticore_transformer.jpg

So yeah, I'm pretty much sold. Now to watch more of these tutorials and try to wrap my mind around all of these features.

Nice shot but can you do me a favor and quit showing it? :) I had been content to just rattle can my new noveske but after seeing this rifle of yours I'm not sure anything less is going to satisfy

Pyzik

13 December 2015, 06:46

Axlnut, looking good. As others have said there are a ton of tutotials.

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Joelski

13 December 2015, 08:44

Nice shot but can you do me a favor and quit showing it? :) I had been content to just rattle can my new noveske but after seeing this rifle of yours I'm not sure anything less is going to satisfy

Well if you really want to do it right, Adobe Creative Suite is just the tip of the iceberg, then there's the cutting plotter you'd obviously need to turn out a professional product; something like this:

https://page.esko.com/kongsberg-na-2015/kongsberg-cutting-plotter-na.html?Attribution+campaign=NA+-+Kongsberg+-+General&Attribution+source=Google&Attribution+medium=ppc&Attribution+keyword=%2Bcutter%20%2Bplotter&gclid=CjwKEAiAy7SzBRD_lv7quOnr6XUSJAAOLkW6jx3ufsN0 s6SRTLUzR909jZyqKQwWoTVUo5Y1s19KnhoCUZHw_wcB

It's just that easy!! :D

Or you can go to blick's get some frisket and a box of #11 X-acto blades and go like hell!

Axlnut

13 December 2015, 08:52

Well if you really want to do it right, Adobe Creative Suite is just the tip of the iceberg, then there's the cutting plotter you'd obviously need to turn out a professional product; something like this:

https://page.esko.com/kongsberg-na-2015/kongsberg-cutting-plotter-na.html?Attribution+campaign=NA+-+Kongsberg+-+General&Attribution+source=Google&Attribution+medium=ppc&Attribution+keyword=%2Bcutter%20%2Bplotter&gclid=CjwKEAiAy7SzBRD_lv7quOnr6XUSJAAOLkW6jx3ufsN0 s6SRTLUzR909jZyqKQwWoTVUo5Y1s19KnhoCUZHw_wcB

It's just that easy!! :D

Or you can go to blick's get some frisket and a box of #11 X-acto blades and go like hell!

Blick's is just fine :-) - no plotter or Creative Suite used on any of my Cerakote - not that I someday won't, but it's not needed for an incredible turnout. Lots of famous airbrushing jobs done long before Adobe or small enterprise/consumer plotters.

Pyzik

13 December 2015, 16:25

Yeah, just rattle can

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/13/58a5f59bae27ff5bae7768c3466b5c1d.jpg

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Dstrbdmedic167

13 December 2015, 16:45

http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b548/Dstrbdmedic167/Fortis%20Kitty_zpsakxiqsz2.jpg

Axlnut

13 December 2015, 17:25

Yeah, just rattle can

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/13/58a5f59bae27ff5bae7768c3466b5c1d.jpg

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I dig it!

Axlnut

13 December 2015, 17:44

http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b548/Dstrbdmedic167/Fortis%20Kitty_zpsakxiqsz2.jpg

Thordsen, Fortis, no BUIS, some grey.. I think they could be good friends:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/km3_battleworn_cerakote_pistol_ar.jpg

Dstrbdmedic167

13 December 2015, 17:45

Thordsen, Fortis, no BUIS, some grey.. I think they could be good friends:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/km3_battleworn_cerakote_pistol_ar.jpg

Agreed!

UWone77

13 December 2015, 18:11

So is that a "firearm" LOL

Axlnut

13 December 2015, 18:21

So is that a "firearm" LOL

Yep. OAL is good to go. It's specifically set up that way until I SBR it, for my wife who has a scaphoid injury that dictates the "broomstick" grip style. The rest of the parts were either collected by her over the years or I just happened to have them laying around.

UWone77

13 December 2015, 18:46

Yep. OAL is good to go. It's specifically set up that way until I SBR it, for my wife who has a scaphoid injury that dictates the "broomstick" grip style. The rest of the parts were either collected by her over the years or I just happened to have them laying around.

Never really understood that whole Firearm vs Pistol thing. Most of my SBR's are 27" with 10.5" Barrels, so some silly regulation about VFG's on guns under 26" make no sense to me, but then again the entire NFA thing makes no sense to me in present day.

Axlnut

13 December 2015, 18:50

Never really understood that whole Firearm vs Pistol thing. Most of my SBR's are 27" with 10.5" Barrels, so some silly regulation about VFG's on guns under 26" make no sense to me, but then again the entire NFA thing makes no sense to me in present day.

I agree it's a stupid mess. My ATF IO guy has seen it and didn't give it a second glance so :-)

Plus it's some throw levers away from no VFG - and that's a whole other mess, to make legal non-sbr length, you have to perm attach the muzzle device so you can't remove it with hand tools, yet the barrel can be removed with hand tools on most builds, not to mention quick change barrels. If everybody could afford to push the limits and tie up the court system with NFA fights the ridiculous nature of the "definitions" would probably see most overturned.

Axlnut

14 December 2015, 16:26

Since DutyUse has me on camo restriction for the time being, my daily beater:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/ar_15_ar15_km3_20inch.jpg

Former11B

14 December 2015, 16:40

Since DutyUse has me on camo restriction for the time being, my daily beater:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/ar_15_ar15_km3_20inch.jpg

Camo restriction??? Spray paint camo restriction is blasphemy

DutyUse

14 December 2015, 16:46

Since DutyUse has me on camo restriction for the time being, my daily beater:

http://www.km3solutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/ar_15_ar15_km3_20inch.jpg

Looks good. Nice clean forged set

Pyzik

15 December 2015, 03:21

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/15/4018f6f37528392cb937188fc08e368a.jpg

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Thompson

15 December 2015, 08:54

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/15/4018f6f37528392cb937188fc08e368a.jpg

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Hawt

Axlnut

15 December 2015, 12:20

Hawt

Yup. That shot is pretty epic.

Joelski

15 December 2015, 13:07

I award the rifle 5 out of a possible 5 bodacious woody's, but what shade is that?

DutyUse

15 December 2015, 16:07

Badass shot. Love how the corner looks dark and the Rifle is like a beacon

Pyzik

15 December 2015, 16:14

Badass shot. Love how the corner looks dark and the Rifle is like a beacon
Thanks man!

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DeviantLogic

16 December 2015, 18:13

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/766/23798904785_5f35585324_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Cg2Bfz)

UWone77

16 December 2015, 18:23

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/766/23798904785_5f35585324_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Cg2Bfz)

So much for you being a casual gun guy.[:D]

silviacrazed

16 December 2015, 18:53

Dammit, now I'm going to have to start getting back into photography bc of y'all.

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DeviantLogic

16 December 2015, 19:08

So much for you being a casual gun guy.[:D]

I'm a casual kind of guy. Normally don't take any pictures.

Ordnance

17 December 2015, 22:33

http://i.imgur.com/ARC39R9h.jpg

Deadwing

18 December 2015, 02:37

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/15/4018f6f37528392cb937188fc08e368a.jpg

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That is a killer shot!

Pyzik

18 December 2015, 03:10

That is a killer shot!
[emoji1] thanks man!

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Former11B

18 December 2015, 07:52

http://i.imgur.com/ARC39R9h.jpg

I like that angle....but my garage floor isn't nice enough to get an image like that haha

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/766/23798904785_5f35585324_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Cg2Bfz)

Does your ACOG have the tabs for the RMR mount? Was curious how that rear scope cap fit on there. Also...I've thought about getting the killflash for it just to protect the front lens. I have the TA11J model

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/15/4018f6f37528392cb937188fc08e368a.jpg

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Another vote for NICE!!! Hows it look in B&W?

Pyzik

18 December 2015, 08:11

http://i.imgur.com/ARC39R9h.jpg
Dude, cool shot.

Another vote for NICE!!! Hows it look in B&W?
Almost went with a desturated version but liked how the red wall stood out.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5646/23747054071_057cbc7613_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CbrRQK)
Guard B&W (https://flic.kr/p/CbrRQK) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

DutyUse

18 December 2015, 10:16

Dang BW looks awesome too

DeviantLogic

18 December 2015, 13:19

Does your ACOG have the tabs for the RMR mount? Was curious how that rear scope cap fit on there. Also...I've thought about getting the killflash for it just to protect the front lens. I have the TA11J model

No tabs for the RMR mount. I like the scope, but the killflash isn't exactly my favorite. It's basically held in place by a (thick) black rubber band that goes around the base of the scope.

mustangfreek

19 December 2015, 10:56

Damn killer job fellas, pretty much takes my energy out of trying to get some decent pics with my iPhone.. lol.. you suckers all got good setups and cameras...

Killing it !!

Txfilmmaker

19 December 2015, 11:20

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/19/b204d82f165e3e8475e9a936dd1e1bd8.jpg

Finally built it. :) I will put up better photos later. This is just a phone photo my wife took. It works great! [emoji41] Only problem was the High-end Ambi I bought didn't work. Fortunately I still had a Troy Ambi that fit and functioned perfectly. I just need sights and eventually an optic. Aimpoint Pro (Probably)

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velocity2006

19 December 2015, 13:35

http://i.imgur.com/pqZwtbK.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/GxBPMBu.jpg

DutyUse

19 December 2015, 15:08

Pyzik

19 December 2015, 15:16

Ordnance

19 December 2015, 18:29

http://i.imgur.com/5AWU3Gbh.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ekRMd21h.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/9ReFiudh.jpg

Pyzik

19 December 2015, 18:33

http://i.imgur.com/5AWU3Gbh.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ekRMd21h.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/9ReFiudh.jpg
Love the ho ho ho grenade

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DeviantLogic

19 December 2015, 19:17

Love the ho ho ho grenade

Ditto. That's the best Christmas ornament I've seen. Is your garland made out of det cord?

Farva

19 December 2015, 19:18

Man we need to get a calendar contest going. Everyone can submit two photos they have taken of some form of weaponry and then people vote on the ones they like the most. I'd buy one or three of them for sure

Deadwing

19 December 2015, 20:20

Deadwing

19 December 2015, 20:21

http://i.imgur.com/5AWU3Gbh.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ekRMd21h.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/9ReFiudh.jpg

Geat set!

Deadwing

19 December 2015, 20:26

Love the ho ho ho grenade

Maybe instead of wasting precious time dropping down the chimneys of naughty children to leave coal in their stockings, he's just dropping one of those bad boys down the chimney instead.

cjd3

19 December 2015, 22:15

http://i.imgur.com/fNBhPu3.jpg
The current SPR's evolution.

DutyUse

20 December 2015, 05:19

http://i.imgur.com/fNBhPu3.jpg
The current SPR's evolution.

Looks really good. The upper-lower match is perfect. The FCD ABR looks factory on the CMT. Nicely done!

V7 safety right? How you like it

Ordnance

20 December 2015, 17:14

Pyzik

20 December 2015, 17:16

Lol... Made it up on Aimpoints FB page. I don't get it though. That safe shot in my opinion is far better than several of the other shots I dropped on IG within relatively the same time frame, and it was shared by some other big pages, but it doesn't get shit in the way of likes [crazy]
I hear you man. That's the way it is. Same with some of mine. Ones I think will do well sometimes don't and ones I don't like all that much but post anyway gets lots of shares... [emoji89]

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Ordnance

20 December 2015, 17:18

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/15/4018f6f37528392cb937188fc08e368a.jpg

Now, that I actually have a second to do something other than quickly drop jpeg links, lol... Bravo sir, bravo. Totally diggin that(and I agree the color pops more, which means alot since we all know I try to turn everything B&W [BD]). You gotta figure out though how to lighten them up for FB and IG if you can dude. I had the same problem because I like low lighting, but on mobile devices they're extremely hard to see.

UWone77

20 December 2015, 18:10

I think it's funny that on social media, a cell phone picture of a gun on the floor will get much more traction and likes than a picture you spend hours on setting up, editing, ect.

Farva

20 December 2015, 18:16

I think it's funny that on social media, a cell phone picture of a gun on the floor will get much more traction and likes than a picture you spend hours on setting up, editing, ect.

Most people just don't know or appreciate the skill involved and art of a good shot.

cjd3

20 December 2015, 19:31

V7 safety right? How you like it
It's my favorite. It's going on all my rifles (2 more to buy) I like this lever better than the 3 gun version. When I got it, it was one of the cheaper priced short throws, and I liked the looks better than the BAD-ASS, fells better too.

alamo5000

20 December 2015, 20:21

http://i.imgur.com/fNBhPu3.jpg
The current SPR's evolution.

What kind of bolt release is that?

cjd3

20 December 2015, 21:46

What kind of bolt release is that?
Forward Controls ABC/RF it's on both completed rifles. Too bad it won't work with my Aero PDQ lower, well it would work, but I'd lose the ambi control of the PDQ catch.

Ordnance

20 December 2015, 22:42

I think it's funny that on social media, a cell phone picture of a gun on the floor will get much more traction and likes than a picture you spend hours on setting up, editing, ect.

F#%king exactly! And at the same angle from corner to corner. Exactly...

Axlnut

21 December 2015, 07:06

F#%king exactly! And at the same angle from corner to corner. Exactly...

It's because of exactly what you said, mobile devices - flipping quickly through IG for instance, a corner to corner angle shot at a full 1:1 crop will grab the eye, add in the brighter color profile from the phone "HDR" and those images pop more.

The last picture I posted in the vs thread has steady IG traction, and I hate it. Looks good on small screen quickly though, I guess.

The camo gun dark pictures against the case you guys seemed to like. FB liked them well enough, IG was eh. I can barely make the gun out on my default screen setting on my phone.

For you professionals, might want to think about that as you shoot and process, maybe edit an IG specific crop and levels.

DutyUse

21 December 2015, 10:34

It's my favorite. It's going on all my rifles (2 more to buy) I like this lever better than the 3 gun version. When I got it, it was one of the cheaper priced short throws, and I liked the looks better than the BAD-ASS, fells better too.

It does look good, and it's so similar to the Noveske STS safety I don't think it would take much effort to relearn

voodoo_man

21 December 2015, 15:55

http://i.imgur.com/yy1I9oD.jpg

CarbonScoring

24 December 2015, 11:48

https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5706/23555411070_6612ac0967_b.jpg

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/651/23802313475_98061423e0_b.jpg

Battle Cock

24 December 2015, 14:40

https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5706/23555411070_6612ac0967_b.jpg

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/651/23802313475_98061423e0_b.jpg

That red trigger guard perfectly accents the rest of the build.

DutyUse

24 December 2015, 14:53

Love those Rainier trigger guards. By far my favorite go to on forged lowers

Ordnance

24 December 2015, 16:10

http://i.imgur.com/m1BROu0h.jpg

silviacrazed

24 December 2015, 16:13

http://i.imgur.com/m1BROu0h.jpg
Awesome pic.

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Battle Cock

24 December 2015, 16:28

http://i.imgur.com/m1BROu0h.jpg

Is that a BCM MK12 in there?

UWone77

24 December 2015, 16:31

Is that a BCM MK12 in there?

I always seem to have that BCM MK12 upper in my cart... and then I don't pull the trigger.

Battle Cock

24 December 2015, 16:33

I always seem to have that BCM MK12 upper in my cart... and then I don't pull the trigger.

I did too when I was shopping for my last build but then I went with the RA Ultramatch 18" instead. I think the MK12 has more appeal to people who value it for its potential as part of a clone build.

CarbonScoring

24 December 2015, 17:52

That red trigger guard perfectly accents the rest of the build.

I've been holding on to that for a while now, not sure when I was going to build a forged lower again. It worked out perfect on this build.

Dstrbdmedic167

24 December 2015, 17:55

http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b548/Dstrbdmedic167/Fortis%20Combat%20BCG%20Straight_zpszmgbdzda.jpg

Ordnance

25 December 2015, 20:05

Is that a BCM MK12 in there?

Yup. My buddy's friend has his Mk 12 build over.

Battle Cock

25 December 2015, 20:07

Yup. My buddy's friend has his Mk 12 build over, and I took a photo of it.

You get any experience using it? I've always been curious about that upper.

Ordnance

25 December 2015, 20:16

You get any experience using it? I've always been curious about that upper.

It's ok. I've been spoiled by a couple really nice clone builds though. Personally, I like Centurion Arms better, or I'd build my own out.

Stickman

27 December 2015, 22:15

http://36.media.tumblr.com/da7af3eb6f66c539cb88e9e3eff62c62/tumblr_o020ufbfFa1rrcg2fo1_1280.jpg

Former11B

27 December 2015, 22:22

Yup. My buddy's friend has his Mk 12 build over.

Does it have the Ops Inc/AEM collar with an AAC muzzle device?

Dstrbdmedic167

28 December 2015, 06:12

My 12.5" 223 upper on the kitty with my 12.5" 277 build. Both are RA mod 3 lowers.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/28/83137fe9501cc098023000f260b6413b.jpg

Pyzik

28 December 2015, 09:11

My 12.5" 223 upper on the kitty with my 12.5" 277 build. Both are RA mod 3 lowers.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/28/83137fe9501cc098023000f260b6413b.jpg
So hawt

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1494/23398945644_1dc363ab45_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/BDFHkj)
Grab N Go (https://flic.kr/p/BDFHkj) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

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Ordnance

28 December 2015, 13:27

Does it have the Ops Inc/AEM collar with an AAC muzzle device?

Yes.

voodoo_man

2 January 2016, 15:11

http://i.imgur.com/ud2FxsS.jpg

silviacrazed

2 January 2016, 15:54

http://i.imgur.com/ud2FxsS.jpg
Is that the law tactical adapter?

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voodoo_man

2 January 2016, 16:23

Is that the law tactical adapter?

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yes

silviacrazed

2 January 2016, 16:31

yes
I'm really considering one of those. Looks good.

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BoilerUp

2 January 2016, 16:49

What kind of trousers are those, Voodoo?

voodoo_man

2 January 2016, 17:23

What kind of trousers are those, Voodoo?

http://www.vdmsr.com/2015/12/511-apex-pant.html

5.11 apex pant

They are literally the best tactical pants I've ever worn. I wore them for a week straight (washed inside out a few times before, during and after, of course) and they are awesome. Lots of pockets, lots of everything.

Sort of like spandex pants, except for dudes, and they are loose, buy a side up than you normally do and if you need to hem the ends for a proper fit.

BoilerUp

3 January 2016, 09:46

Thanks, voodoo. I'm intrigued by the Flex-Tac canvas so will look for some Apex and Ridgelines to try on locally.

voodoo_man

4 January 2016, 06:44

http://i.imgur.com/4mlDjQ3.jpg

Dstrbdmedic167

7 January 2016, 19:31

http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b548/Dstrbdmedic167/SanTan-Fortis3_zpssuu6le0j.jpg

Dstrbdmedic167

9 January 2016, 08:03

http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b548/Dstrbdmedic167/RA%20at%20the%20range_zpsm2ro44dx.jpg

DutyUse

9 January 2016, 11:11

http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b548/Dstrbdmedic167/RA%20at%20the%20range_zpsm2ro44dx.jpg

Two sexy girls there :D

voodoo_man

10 January 2016, 08:02

http://i.imgur.com/IpNdnaA.jpg

Pyzik

10 January 2016, 18:39

UWone77

10 January 2016, 20:23

http://i1016.photobucket.com/albums/af282/richdkim77/5S3A3725_zpsnxbfsifw.jpg (http://s1016.photobucket.com/user/richdkim77/media/5S3A3725_zpsnxbfsifw.jpg.html)

Dstrbdmedic167

12 January 2016, 19:56

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160113/cc399572c8c3227a575e07118629dfcc.jpg

Pyzik

12 January 2016, 19:59

http://i1016.photobucket.com/albums/af282/richdkim77/5S3A3725_zpsnxbfsifw.jpg (http://s1016.photobucket.com/user/richdkim77/media/5S3A3725_zpsnxbfsifw.jpg.html)
I really like that aero lower

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Thompson

12 January 2016, 21:16

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160113/cc399572c8c3227a575e07118629dfcc.jpg
Purdy

That kryptec is killer.

Pyzik

13 January 2016, 11:46

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1540/24278221631_056f87f229_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CZoes8)
Rainier (https://flic.kr/p/CZoes8) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

Deadwing

13 January 2016, 18:42

Not a whole AR and not everyone's favorite but it works and it was $40 OTD.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1502/23679102123_17a99aaf72_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/C5rA6r)
Anderson (https://flic.kr/p/C5rA6r) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

That's probably the best an Anderson lower has ever looked. They ought to consider a "no-logo" version. But functional is functional. I should stock up on those and sell them for 10x the original price when the inevitable panic sets in come election season. [BD]

Pyzik

13 January 2016, 18:56

That's probably the best an Anderson lower has ever looked. They ought to consider a "no-logo" version. But functional is functional. I should stock up on those and sell them for 10x the original price when the inevitable panic sets in come election season. [BD]
I agree with the roll mark. If they simply kook the horse off...

Have you seen the one with the intigral trigger guard? Being the same price, it's an even better value.

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Deadwing

13 January 2016, 19:33

I agree with the roll mark. If they simply kook the horse off...

Have you seen the one with the intigral trigger guard? Being the same price, it's an even better value.

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I have seen those. I believe they are forged, not billet as one would normally expect from a lower with an integral trigger guard (save for the Gen 2 Noveskes).

Pyzik

13 January 2016, 19:36

I have seen those. I believe they are forged, not billet as one would normally expect from a lower with an integral trigger guard (save for the Gen 2 Noveskes).
Yes sir.

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UWone77

13 January 2016, 20:49

DutyUse

14 January 2016, 03:33

Palmetto makes some cheap no logo lowers. I think I paid 45-50$ shipped for this one. I wish I would've bought a few more for panic buyers.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/14/d511738ca5db64847f8095259d83ea57.jpg

I've said this before but Anderson is semi-local to me and they are ubiquitous around Kentucky. Most of them have pretty rough finishes from what I've seen, but they work and that's all that really matters.

Deadwing

14 January 2016, 07:25

Take the horse off? Anderson is the "other" Colt!

BWAAA HAAA HAAA!!!

Pyzik

14 January 2016, 07:26

Take the horse off? Anderson is the "other" Colt!
If this goes up for sale for the panic buyers in am totally going to list it this way.

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Deadwing

14 January 2016, 07:31

Yes sir.

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That's actually pretty cool that they have custom forgings made. I've been eyeballing their 80% lowers, but they cost as much as a finished one. WTF.

voodoo_man

15 January 2016, 07:30

http://i.imgur.com/ZFWJPYX.jpg

Deadwing

16 January 2016, 01:08

voodoo_man

16 January 2016, 06:13

http://i.imgur.com/IEU1V6z.jpg

Pyzik

16 January 2016, 13:01

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1656/23794963523_290714e406_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CfFpDM)
SPR (https://flic.kr/p/CfFpDM) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

DutyUse

16 January 2016, 13:17

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1656/23794963523_290714e406_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CfFpDM)
SPR (https://flic.kr/p/CfFpDM) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

Nice. Well executed build. How's it handle?

Pyzik

16 January 2016, 13:21

Nice. Well executed build. How's it handle?

Not even been lubed yet. Buddy just finished it.
Rail was mine so I told him when he finished the build I needed some porn. He does have a 3-9 Accupoint for it but the mount wasn't in to put it on.

DutyUse

16 January 2016, 13:25

Well your buddy's lucky to have had you build him such a sick rifle

Dstrbdmedic167

17 January 2016, 15:42

Something we don't get but every blue moon... Snow! So I took advantage of it and It was gone 3 hours later...

338

Former11B

17 January 2016, 15:58

Something we don't get but every blue moon... Snow! So I took advantage of it and It was gone 3 hours later...

338

I did the same thing a couple years ago when we got snow!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/SnowDay3_zps4cb74b0d.jpg

Pyzik

17 January 2016, 16:06

Well your buddy's lucky to have had you build him such a sick rifle
I just helped with the rail. :)
It's a nice rifle though for sure. Will be nicer when he gets the Accupoint on it.
It's "Corpsie" here on the forum.

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Ordnance

17 January 2016, 22:27

http://i.imgur.com/jszwpkBh.jpg

Ordnance

17 January 2016, 22:29

http://i.imgur.com/oIBXVNgh.jpg

Ordnance

18 January 2016, 21:07

http://i.imgur.com/zDUpYlth.jpg

Former11B

20 January 2016, 09:42

http://smg.photobucket.com/component/Download-File?file=%2Falbums%2Fv74%2FDownSouthTAS%2FMobile+ Uploads%2Fimage_zpsv35j7kdt.jpg

Tlaloc

20 January 2016, 19:39

I did the same thing a couple years ago when we got snow!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/SnowDay3_zps4cb74b0d.jpg

What are your rifle specs? loosk solid!

Farva

21 January 2016, 00:25

Something we don't get but every blue moon... Snow! So I took advantage of it and It was gone 3 hours later...

338

damn good looking stick here!

Former11B

21 January 2016, 05:01

What are your rifle specs? loosk solid!

Thanks! Crappy pic though!

At the time, it was an Innovative Arms WAR upper & 5.56 suppressor, Rainier Arms Match barrel w/ Rainier/Samson Evo 12.5" rail, TA11 ACOG and KAC buis, locally made billet lower, Magpul furniture, Gieselle SSA-E trigger and Harris 6-9 bipod.

The suppressor, stock, buis and bipod have gone to another rifle, that one has been painted, new can, stock, etc:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/NewAR_zpscnjlepjq.jpg

Dstrbdmedic167

21 January 2016, 05:31

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160121/51615bd1954cb6426c3a0c50d5a9e5b9.jpg

UWone77

22 January 2016, 12:16

SL-K Might be the best SBR stock ... at least so far from my limited use.

372

Jerry R

22 January 2016, 13:38

SL-K Might be the best SBR stock ... at least so far from my limited use.

Please elaborate. I have eFiled two lowers. Have a Battlelink Minimalist for one, looking at options for the second. Would like to know why you think this one is best for an SBR.

Farva

22 January 2016, 13:41

SL-K Might be the best SBR stock ... at least so far from my limited use.

372

I'm looking to add one to the Kitty SBR

UWone77

22 January 2016, 13:43

Please elaborate. I have eFiled two lowers. Have a Battlelink Minimalist for one, looking at options for the second. Would like to know why you think this one is best for an SBR.

For my shooting, I don't usually extend the stock, so the more compact the better. The SL-K is about 1/2 shorter than the CTR I was using. The stock is very compact, and I really like it, as I've been warming up to the SL line in general.

tact

22 January 2016, 14:05

For my shooting, I don't usually extend the stock, so the more compact the better. The SL-K is about 1/2 shorter than the CTR I was using. The stock is very compact, and I really like it, as I've been warming up to the SL line in general.

Interesting. I always thought it looked real long, so I stayed away from it.

Have you tried the LWRC ultra compact?

gatordev

22 January 2016, 14:09

For my shooting, I don't usually extend the stock, so the more compact the better. The SL-K is about 1/2 shorter than the CTR I was using. The stock is very compact, and I really like it, as I've been warming up to the SL line in general.

Sooo...when it comes to "finishing the deal," you're all for short and stout. Those of us that are more "extended" and "proud" just can't deal with that. Looks like more B5 SOPMOD for me (or ACS when appropriate).

gatordev

22 January 2016, 14:13

Playing around with the camera outside yesterday. Nothing super-exotic...

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1644/24418069352_c59c24b2ef_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/DcJZiJ)

Jerry R

22 January 2016, 14:41

For my shooting, I don't usually extend the stock, so the more compact the better. The SL-K is about 1/2 shorter than the CTR I was using. The stock is very compact, and I really like it, as I've been warming up to the SL line in general.

Thanks UW. I will be running the A5 system (buffer tube is about a half inch longer) so if the stock is actually shorter, this is definitely worth a look-see.

DutyUse

22 January 2016, 20:05

SL-K Might be the best SBR stock ... at least so far from my limited use.

372

Looks great on that little Rainier. One of my favorite overall stock designs at the moment

UWone77

22 January 2016, 20:12

Looks great on that little Rainier. One of my favorite overall stock designs at the moment

I really like it. I'm going to dump my UBR on another SBR to replace it with the SL-K

Dstrbdmedic167

22 January 2016, 20:23

I really like it. I'm going to dump my UBR on another SBR to replace it with the SL-K

Yep need an SL-K.. ohh and that BattleComp 51T tho..

Former11B

22 January 2016, 22:55

Please elaborate. I have eFiled two lowers. Have a Battlelink Minimalist for one, looking at options for the second. Would like to know why you think this one is best for an SBR.

I'm personally not a fan of the minimalist stock. If you're running on a bench it may not be an issue, but I've found that it snags on things when doing drills. For a really compact stock, it costs some money, but LWRC's compact stock is a great space and weight saver

Jerry R

23 January 2016, 05:31

I'm personally not a fan of the minimalist stock. If you're running on a bench it may not be an issue, but I've found that it snags on things when doing drills.

I have heard that from others as well. Only one or two have said its not a problem. I haven't opened the package yet. May have to reconsider. Can always "dump" it for another option. I have two LWRC rifles, one an SBR; will have to revisit their stock options. Stamps won't be here for awhile, so I have time to think this through. I appreciate your input.

Tlaloc

23 January 2016, 13:38

Thanks! Crappy pic though!

At the time, it was an Innovative Arms WAR upper & 5.56 suppressor, Rainier Arms Match barrel w/ Rainier/Samson Evo 12.5" rail, TA11 ACOG and KAC buis, locally made billet lower, Magpul furniture, Gieselle SSA-E trigger and Harris 6-9 bipod.

The suppressor, stock, buis and bipod have gone to another rifle, that one has been painted, new can, stock, etc:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/NewAR_zpscnjlepjq.jpg
Nice! Thanks.

mustangfreek

24 January 2016, 01:34

SL-K Might be the best SBR stock ... at least so far from my limited use.

372

Nice...

velocity2006

26 January 2016, 12:02

http://i.imgur.com/bdrV2On.jpg

Jerry R

26 January 2016, 12:43

http://i.imgur.com/bdrV2On.jpg

Nice (build and image) !

Pulled AP's loaded in the 300BO cases? Push button safety? If so, how do you like it?

velocity2006

26 January 2016, 12:54

Thank you. They are Barnes 110GR Tac-TX. It is the Elftmann safety and I do like it, it is different but still very usable.

MoxyDave

26 January 2016, 14:12

I really like that safety! I'm going to try one soon. I've always preferred this type of safety as I grew up shooting 10/22's [:)]

Battle Cock

26 January 2016, 16:17

I really like that safety! I'm going to try one soon. I've always preferred this type of safety as I grew up shooting 10/22's [:)]

Same here. That, and a Winchester Model 12 16ga with a push button safety. Popping that button became instinct as a part of shouldering or lowering the weapon. I'm a bit curious about how it would feel on an AR.

Farva

27 January 2016, 20:45

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160128/0f02f3c715a16df2ff02a7c858e23dca.jpg

Battle Cock

27 January 2016, 22:03

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160128/0f02f3c715a16df2ff02a7c858e23dca.jpg

If that's Krylon then color me impressed. If not, color me impressed anyway.

DutyUse

27 January 2016, 22:06

Damn that looks good farva! How'd you pull the pattern off?

Farva

27 January 2016, 22:20

If that's Krylon then color me impressed. If not, color me impressed anyway.

It is indeed krylon!

Damn that looks good farva! How'd you pull the pattern off?

It is very simple to do. I sprayed a base layer of tan then let it dry. Then just took something similar to a sea sponge and sponged on all the other colors. You can spray some stripes of the other colors then sponge on the rest too. It's easy and fun to do. Maybe I'll try and do a tutorial video sometime.

I've seen Stick do similar patterns with some brighter colors and he uses cotton balls I think.

Battle Cock

27 January 2016, 22:22

It is indeed krylon!

It is very simple to do. I sprayed a base layer of tan then let it dry. Then just took something similar to a sea sponge and sponged on all the other colors. You can spray some stripes of the other colors then sponge on the rest too. It's easy and fun to do. Maybe I'll try and do a tutorial video sometime.

I've seen Stick do similar patterns with some brighter colors and he uses cotton balls I think.

Its sick man! What colors did you use?

Farva

27 January 2016, 22:26

Its sick man! What colors did you use?

Thanks man!! Tan, brown and OD green. All the colors are krylons camo colors. I think I dabbed some black in also. Though about adding a couple spots of white or grey just to help break it up some more.

It sure beats trying to do an actual pattern.

DutyUse

27 January 2016, 22:44

Thanks for sharing, I might give that a try on one of my beater rifles.

That scope is something btw [BD]

Battle Cock

27 January 2016, 22:49

Thanks for sharing, I might give that a try on one of my beater rifles.

That scope is something btw [BD]

Some guys get a free CH and use it as an excuse to build another rifle. I'm thinking I might have to use this paint job to justify building a beater rifle. [BD]

Stickman

27 January 2016, 23:25

389

Farva

28 January 2016, 00:06

Thanks for sharing, I might give that a try on one of my beater rifles.

That scope is something btw [BD]

Not a problem! That's what this forum is for, passing of info. It's a lot of fun for sure! I love doing it.

Vortex makes good glass! It's a 2.5-10 PST. I tried to sell it a while back but since it seemed like I couldn't get rid of it I figured I'd make the 14.5" into a SPR-ish rifle.

Some guys get a free CH and use it as an excuse to build another rifle. I'm thinking I might have to use this paint job to justify building a beater rifle. [BD]

Seems like all the justification one needs!

silviacrazed

28 January 2016, 05:13

389
What upper is that?

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Dstrbdmedic167

28 January 2016, 05:21

What upper is that?

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That's the Ares Defense MCR belt fed upper.

silviacrazed

28 January 2016, 05:23

That's the Ares Defense MCR belt fed upper.
That thing is wild. Never seen it before.

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Dstrbdmedic167

28 January 2016, 05:25

That thing is wild. Never seen it before.

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Yea it's different.

Former11B

28 January 2016, 06:18

If that's Krylon then color me impressed. If not, color me impressed anyway.

Yes!!!! I love a spray painted rifle! I realize that's also sponge camo but it still counts (not duracoat or cerakote)

Jerry R

28 January 2016, 09:04

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160128/0f02f3c715a16df2ff02a7c858e23dca.jpg

Farva, that finish looks like a factory "dipped" finish. Very nicely done Sir !

officerX

28 January 2016, 17:44

DutyUse

28 January 2016, 17:49

Semi-local - are you in KY? I'm in Frankfort.

Yea I'm a Kentuckian through and through. Go Cats!

I'm in Campbellsville, central Kentucky about 80 miles from either Lexington or Louisville.

Deadwing

28 January 2016, 18:49

Some guys get a free CH and use it as an excuse to build another rifle. I'm thinking I might have to use this paint job to justify building a beater rifle. [BD]

I once got an extra selector detent in a lower parts kit and it morphed into another rifle.

Pyzik

28 January 2016, 19:36

CMC will find a home in the SMOS set when it gets here.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1476/24053610543_a0804ff492_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CDx3pa)
CMC Flat (https://flic.kr/p/CDx3pa) by Damage Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/damagephotos/), on Flickr

Deadwing

28 January 2016, 20:00

If only i didn't love Geissele triggers so much, i might be persuaded to try a CMC one day.

silviacrazed

28 January 2016, 20:05

If only i didn't love Geissele triggers so much, i might be persuaded to try a CMC one day.
I just put a cmc in one if my guns. Breaks pretty nice, but the reset feels like it's a mile long compared to my TTU.

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tact

29 January 2016, 11:00

I prefer CMC over the others actually, especially the single stage.

Pyzik

29 January 2016, 11:10

I prefer CMC over the others actually, especially the single stage.
I'm the same. Single stage is where it's at.

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Former11B

29 January 2016, 12:20

I once got an extra selector detent in a lower parts kit and it morphed into another rifle.

I would buy spare BCGs on sale and had to quit because I'd build rifles around them instead of keeping them as backups in case of a carrier failure or something

voodoo_man

29 January 2016, 15:37

http://i.imgur.com/fkCbAgj.jpg (http://www.vdmsr.com/2016/01/rainier-arms-sbr-lower.html)

Deadwing

29 January 2016, 18:00

I would buy spare BCGs on sale and had to quit because I'd build rifles around them instead of keeping them as backups in case of a carrier failure or something

That's happened to me once or twice. Now I try to only buy spare bolts in an effort to control my sickness.

Battle Cock

29 January 2016, 18:03

Voodo, you are making me want an ambi selector to go on my BattleKitty.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1629/24071914173_454b29ebf9_o.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CF9RqZ)CMC 3.5lb (https://flic.kr/p/CF9RqZ) by Battle Cock (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139563678@N06/), on Flickr

Dstrbdmedic167

29 January 2016, 19:07

Battle Cock

29 January 2016, 19:10

Looks great but that rifle is screaming for the RA branded ambi safety! [emoji12]

You have a point. I've got this many RA parts into the build so far, I may as well take it all the way to the details.

Dstrbdmedic167

29 January 2016, 19:15

You have a point. I've got this many RA parts into the build so far, I may as well take it all the way to the details.

Yep that was my thinking! Again looks sweet! I need to get a set of those sights. So many wants so little money.

Pyzik

29 January 2016, 19:24

officerX

29 January 2016, 19:51

Yea I'm a Kentuckian through and through. Go Cats!

I'm in Campbellsville, central Kentucky about 80 miles from either Lexington or Louisville.

I've been there a couple of times. I'm in Frankfort.

Battle Cock

29 January 2016, 19:52

My wallet is going to hate you guys. Your encouragement has already gotten me a ~$200 wish list on RA for small parts.

UWone77

29 January 2016, 19:56

My wallet is going to hate you guys. Your encouragement has already gotten me a ~$200 wish list on RA for small parts.

It's like going to Costco. You spend several hundred, and when you get home, it feels like you literally got nothing.

Battle Cock

29 January 2016, 20:05

It's like going to Costco. You spend several hundred, and when you get home, it feels like you literally got nothing.

Heh yep. And this forum is like a super-marketing-microsphere where we all participate in selling each other products on behalf of the forum sponsors.

Josh S.

29 January 2016, 22:34

I'm having a tough time myself deciding between a Geissele SD-C, SD3G, or CMC single stage. I've only owned a Geissele SSA and I like it, but I think a CMC might be finding its way into this build.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1694/24606380681_f398096485_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM)SMOS (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM) by NFI Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139771595@N03/), on Flickr

Battle Cock

29 January 2016, 22:43

I'm having a tough time myself deciding between a Geissele SD-C, SD3G, or CMC single stage. I've only owned a Geissele SSA and I like it, but I think a CMC might be finding its way into this build.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1694/24606380681_f398096485_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM)SMOS (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM) by NFI Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139771595@N03/), on Flickr

I can't speak for any of those except the CMC, but I can definitely recommend their single stage 3.5lb trigger. Their customer support is excellent as well.

Deadwing

30 January 2016, 00:40

I'm having a tough time myself deciding between a Geissele SD-C, SD3G, or CMC single stage. I've only owned a Geissele SSA and I like it, but I think a CMC might be finding its way into this build.

The SD-C and SD3G are very different triggers. The SD-C is essentially an SSA with a flat bow. Same take-up, same wall, same break, same reset. If you like the SSA and you like flat bow triggers, you'll love the SD-C. It's become my favorite. The SD3G is very different, but damn, what a trigger. It's super fast, take-up is smooth and short, and the break comes without warning. No wall, no stacking, just a silky smooth take-up then... BANG. You get used to where the shot will break, but the trigger doesn't give you any feedback as to when the break is about to come. It's like nothing else i've ever shot before, from Geissele or anyone else. Damn fun to shoot.

mustangfreek

30 January 2016, 03:14

It's like going to Costco. You spend several hundred, and when you get home, it feels like you literally got nothing.

Haha...especially on a sober gingers beer budget...ahaha . Sorry

Heh yep. And this forum is like a super-marketing-microsphere where we all participate in selling each other products on behalf of the forum sponsors.

Indeed it is, although I can't play like many of you, this place is a great site and help out like no other forum, and I've been on quite a few, but nothing like this place..Nice to interact with company owners and what not and get into discussions among the generosity of helping hands..

I'm having a tough time myself deciding between a Geissele SD-C, SD3G, or CMC single stage. I've only owned a Geissele SSA and I like it, but I think a CMC might be finding its way into this build.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1694/24606380681_f398096485_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM)SMOS (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM) by NFI Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139771595@N03/), on Flickr

Can't comment on the trigger, never played with the Cmc or any "G" trigger till someone gifted me one to play with and only dry fired but damn the G trigger kicks the Qms I run in most of my rifles......beer budget thing again.. lol

Also on the pic..such a nice clean looking receiver-rail set.....

Farva

30 January 2016, 07:17

Yes!!!! I love a spray painted rifle! I realize that's also sponge camo but it still counts (not duracoat or cerakote)

Farva, that finish looks like a factory "dipped" finish. Very nicely done Sir !

Thanks guys! I'm pretty pleased with it and it doesn't take long to do. I keep trying to talk my buddies into having me do theirs too haha

Farva

30 January 2016, 07:19

I'm having a tough time myself deciding between a Geissele SD-C, SD3G, or CMC single stage. I've only owned a Geissele SSA and I like it, but I think a CMC might be finding its way into this build.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1694/24606380681_f398096485_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM)SMOS (https://flic.kr/p/Duo8GM) by NFI Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139771595@N03/), on Flickr

I have an SSA-E and two SD-C triggers and have had some good amount of time behind the S3G triggers and they are all great triggers! Well worth the money.

UWone77

30 January 2016, 08:54

That's going to be a good looking build! Glad to see a lot of you guys got in on the SMOS GFY receiver sets.

voodoo_man

30 January 2016, 16:49

http://i.imgur.com/esg8iHJ.jpg (http://www.vdmsr.com/2016/01/rainier-arms-mk107-sbr.html)

Battle Cock

30 January 2016, 16:51

http://i.imgur.com/esg8iHJ.jpg (http://www.vdmsr.com/2016/01/rainier-arms-mk107-sbr.html)

Sick shot, sick rifle.

Josh S.

30 January 2016, 17:25

The SD-C and SD3G are very different triggers. The SD-C is essentially an SSA with a flat bow. Same take-up, same wall, same break, same reset. If you like the SSA and you like flat bow triggers, you'll love the SD-C. It's become my favorite. The SD3G is very different, but damn, what a trigger. It's super fast, take-up is smooth and short, and the break comes without warning. No wall, no stacking, just a silky smooth take-up then... BANG. You get used to where the shot will break, but the trigger doesn't give you any feedback as to when the break is about to come. It's like nothing else i've ever shot before, from Geissele or anyone else. Damn fun to shoot.

Never used a flat trigger before but I think I'll like them. I plan on replacing the SSA in my SPR with an SD-E, and will probably end up putting an SD-C in the SMOS to have a consistent feel. I think I'll put a CMC in my other build which will be a "throw around" gun that I can abuse the hell out of without feeling sorry for it. I'll admit my Noveske and SMOS are safe queens but I know I'm not alone on that lol

silviacrazed

30 January 2016, 17:30

Never used a flat trigger before but I think I'll like them. I plan on replacing the SSA in my SPR with an SD-E, and will probably end up putting an SD-C in the SMOS to have a consistent feel. I think I'll put a CMC in my other build which will be a "throw around" gun that I can abuse the hell out of without feeling sorry for it. I'll admit my Noveske and SMOS are safe queens but I know I'm not alone on that lol
Gotta run that Noveske hard! I use one got my work gun...has plenty of "character" marks now lol.

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Josh S.

30 January 2016, 17:37

Gotta run that Noveske hard! I use one got my work gun...has plenty of "character" marks now lol.

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Haha she definitely has some marks from time spent hunting but I try not to abuse her if I can help it.

Here's a little SMOS/Noveske collab :)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1538/24624759871_a420d14423_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Dw1kcn)
SMOS/Noveske (https://flic.kr/p/Dw1kcn) by NFI Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139771595@N03/), on Flickr

silviacrazed

30 January 2016, 17:38

Haha she definitely has some marks from time spent hunting but I try not to abuse her if I can help it.

Here's a little SMOS/Noveske collab :)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1538/24624759871_a420d14423_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Dw1kcn)SMOS/Noveske (https://flic.kr/p/Dw1kcn) by NFI Photos (https://www.flickr.com/photos/139771595@N03/), on Flickr
Very nice! I've been considering some SMOS stuff. Noveske is going to kill my pocket again if they release stripped versions of the N6 upper and lower. And on a side note, y'all are making me want to buy a soft box.

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Josh S.

30 January 2016, 18:00

Very nice! I've been considering some SMOS stuff. Noveske is going to kill my pocket again if they release stripped versions of the N6 upper and lower. And on a side note, y'all are making me want to buy a soft box.

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I've always been a diehard Noveske fan, but SMOS will probably get most of my business from now on. Nothing against Noveske, SMOS is just more affordable for me. My Noveske upper is paired with a Rock River lower which I've been meaning to replace with a Gen 3 lower, but will probably end up getting another SMOS lower instead. I just can't justify spending $100 more for a logo.

Regarding the light box, I just followed the advice of the guys in the "How To - Photography" thread in the Members Feedback section and got some 1" PVC and some work lights from Home Depot. It was definitely worth the investment.

alamo5000

30 January 2016, 18:06

Former11B

30 January 2016, 18:13

Never used a flat trigger before but I think I'll like them. I plan on replacing the SSA in my SPR with an SD-E, and will probably end up putting an SD-C in the SMOS to have a consistent feel. I think I'll put a CMC in my other build which will be a "throw around" gun that I can abuse the hell out of without feeling sorry for it. I'll admit my Noveske and SMOS are safe queens but I know I'm not alone on that lol

Flat triggers are great! Pictured is a CMC 3.5lb single stage

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsvslfvdno.jpg

Deadwing

30 January 2016, 21:11

Never used a flat trigger before but I think I'll like them. I plan on replacing the SSA in my SPR with an SD-E, and will probably end up putting an SD-C in the SMOS to have a consistent feel. I think I'll put a CMC in my other build which will be a "throw around" gun that I can abuse the hell out of without feeling sorry for it. I'll admit my Noveske and SMOS are safe queens but I know I'm not alone on that lol

If you like the SSA, i think you'll really like both the SD-E and SD-C. I run a SSA-E in my SPR. Phenomenal trigger. My "throw around" gun is a rifle i built from Noveske parts (Chainsaw Gen 2 lower/MUR upper, 15" NSR, 16" stainless barrel). That's the rifle with the SD-3G in it. I don't abuse any of my weapons, but i show this one no mercy lol.

mustangfreek

31 January 2016, 02:30

Was digging thru my photobucket...another iPhone pic..my wanna be noveske , still not much of a pic, but potato limited...Should probably leave the pics to the pros..lol

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z176/mustang91_2007/photo3_zpsa0af6213.jpg (http://s194.photobucket.com/user/mustang91_2007/media/photo3_zpsa0af6213.jpg.html)

Deadwing

31 January 2016, 02:47

Looks like a nice rifle to me! And the photo is better than most of the shit i try to pass off as photos.

mustangfreek

31 January 2016, 03:06

Haha.. thanks rifle doesn't hold a candle to the couple noveske goodies you and a few others have posted..:P....but ya that rifle has actually been a slight bastard child..won't get into it..But I'd love to one day swap out the upperfor a noveske one and swap out the bolt..but then again it's just a scraped up chainsaw lower and have thought about painting it up also..I never can decide

voodoo_man

31 January 2016, 06:37

http://i.imgur.com/Dz9uzpX.jpg (http://www.vdmsr.com/2016/01/almost-time-for-work.html)

Dstrbdmedic167

31 January 2016, 07:38

A hand written note really speaks volumes about a company.

424

Former11B

31 January 2016, 07:43

I got one from a suppressor company once along with a couple freebie items. Really nice gesture and makes you feel good about supporting them like they actually care about who's buying their stuff, not just watching the bank account grow

Dstrbdmedic167

31 January 2016, 07:58

silviacrazed

31 January 2016, 08:30

I got a hand written note from vortex. That alone will bring me back to them time and time again.

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Former11B

31 January 2016, 19:17

425

My 18" SPR-ish rifle.

UWone77

31 January 2016, 19:20

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpseefa0uyo.jpg

My 18" SPR-ish rifle.

That Parallax looks good on that rifle, I was skeptical about the long length, but you nailed it. Nice rattle can job too. You seem to have a skill for that!

Pyzik

31 January 2016, 19:24

That looks great.

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Former11B

1 February 2016, 03:17

That Parallax looks good on that rifle, I was skeptical about the long length, but you nailed it. Nice rattle can job too. You seem to have a skill for that!

Thanks to WEVO and the Veterans Day giveaway, the Parallax rail I received helped me decide what direction to take with this project. I knew I wanted to build a precision AR, and I always liked the look of 15" rails on 16" rifles, so I went for it. For the record, a 17.5" rail and an 18" barrel will work, but just the threads were peeking out of the end! As far as the rattle cans go, I like the worn look that only a well used rifle has. I've had a little practice at blending the colors so it doesn't have sharp contrasts between colors...it just sort of blends together.

That looks great.

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Thanks! If only my photography skills matched yalls! And photo bucket crushed my picture's resolution :(

UWone77

1 February 2016, 08:57

Thanks to WEVO and the Veterans Day giveaway, the Parallax rail I received helped me decide what direction to take with this project. I knew I wanted to build a precision AR, and I always liked the look of 15" rails on 16" rifles, so I went for it. For the record, a 17.5" rail and an 18" barrel will work, but just the threads were peeking out of the end! As far as the rattle cans go, I like the worn look that only a well used rifle has. I've had a little practice at blending the colors so it doesn't have sharp contrasts between colors...it just sort of blends together.

Thanks! If only my photography skills matched yalls! And photo bucket crushed my picture's resolution :(

Just upload directly to the site, using the "insert image" icon

Former11B

1 February 2016, 11:55

Just upload directly to the site, using the "insert image" icon

Done. Much better photo in my original post now.

DutyUse

1 February 2016, 20:34

425

My 18" SPR-ish rifle.

Nicely done. I think I need to add an SPR to my collection

mustangfreek

2 February 2016, 03:16

425

My 18" SPR-ish rifle.

I like the rifle, miss my 18" gun it was a tack driver with the RA barrel

Anyways , nice job on the camo as already said....

voodoo_man

2 February 2016, 09:47

http://i.imgur.com/ryodeB6.jpg

SINNER

2 February 2016, 11:35

How's that MRO with a magnifier work for you? Nice looking rifle BTW.

voodoo_man

2 February 2016, 11:36

How's that MRO with a magnifier work for you? Nice looking rifle BTW.

Thanks!

It works well, though the dot is right above the TLR1s which isn't a big issues its just annoying that it blocks the view. I'll probably end up moving the light or offsetting it with an arisaka defense angle mount, but otherwise the MRO is great.

Former11B

2 February 2016, 16:57

I like the rifle, miss my 18" gun it was a tack driver with the RA barrel

Anyways , nice job on the camo as already said....

Thanks! And dooooo ittttt! I love mine. Ideally, if I could only have three ARs, they'd be two I currently have (16" Recce-ish and this 18" SPR-ish), and I'd ditch the 10.5" I have for a 12.5" with a Griffin M4SDII/K, set up like a lightweight CQB rig. I'd sell the other ones I have to make this "trifecta" if I had to

Mustang, Here's the 18" Rainier Match/SPR barrel during the build up
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsyeswxr5i.jpg

UWone, here's the length comparison of the afore mentioned barrel and 17.5" FFSSR
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpskd1stbuw.jpg

UWone77

2 February 2016, 17:09

Perfect length on the Parallax Rail with that 18" RA barrel!

Pyzik

2 February 2016, 18:26

Thanks! And dooooo ittttt! I love mine. Ideally, if I could only have three ARs, they'd be two I currently have (16" Recce-ish and this 18" SPR-ish), and I'd ditch the 10.5" I have for a 12.5" with a Griffin M4SDII/K, set up like a lightweight CQB rig. I'd sell the other ones I have to make this "trifecta" if I had to

Mustang, Here's the 18" Rainier Match/SPR barrel during the build up
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsyeswxr5i.jpg

UWone, here's the length comparison of the afore mentioned barrel and 17.5" FFSSR
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v74/DownSouthTAS/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpskd1stbuw.jpg
Niiiice

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