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There is absolutely nothing wrong with Stag and you can get one for under $1400, or even one of those new Norcs that are under a $1000! I have heard many good things, especially if you add something like an RRA lower parts kit and some Magpul stuff to it,runs like a champ.

Saves money for ammo, especially when 1000 rds of .223 is around $550 or more.
 
Go for it - if that is the one that makes your smile the largest.
Feed it proper ammo, and you wont be disappointed.
You will forever have people offering different opinions, if that is the one you like best, you will never second guess yourself.

Once you own it, use it, alot. Become skilled with it, and you will be very pleased.

It is what it is, and only you can make any firearm better.

Cheers
 
At the risk of getting beaten up by the cool kids (again) I will submit my scholarly opinion.

I have dumped far too much money on certain guns from time to time and regretted it. Once the novelty wears off it is just another gun. The old nickel goes that 'Ya get what you pay for' and that is true up to a point - then you start paying for snob appeal. Or the 'cool factor'. What does this thing have that a Bushmaster, Stag or other midgrade AR doesn't? And do you need it?

Having said all that, there are some times in the life of a gun geek when you gotta break the bank and go for it. There's only two reasons for gun geeks like us to shoot: for meat and for fun! If that fine rifle fits in with either of those two mission parameters, then that is reason enough to go for it.
 
That's a gorgeous rifle. Make sure it'll work with the optics and accessories you want and go for it.

If you're looking for mags, I know a guy. ***COUGH***sig line***COUGH*** ;)
 
Trying not to stir the pot too much, but if its not for the "snob appeal or cool factor" then what do we (as in most of us in the shooting game) need the fancy optics, slings, stocks, foregrips, lights, lasers, etc for? :eek:

I respect anyone who needs the gear to protect our country and way of living, but the guy 2 bays down on the range...he has no use for the laser anymore than I do. :D

But I do spend the cash on the guns that I want, just because I like them and in this country (up to a point) I can. :canadaFlag:

Yeah, $2700 is a lot, but if you enjoy it and want it, just do it and have fun. :rockOn:
 
When the zombies come knocking on your door you'll wish you had spent that extra cash and bought something of good quality.
 
The problem with the MRP is that once you load it up with optics and stuff it weighs a ton. The 10.5 is nice an compact but its loud, also the balistics are better on the 16 inch rifle. This is not a light platform.

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Glenfilthie said:
At the risk of getting beaten up by the cool kids (again) I will submit my scholarly opinion.

I have dumped far too much money on certain guns from time to time and regretted it. Once the novelty wears off it is just another gun. The old nickel goes that 'Ya get what you pay for' and that is true up to a point - then you start paying for snob appeal. Or the 'cool factor'. What does this thing have that a Bushmaster, Stag or other midgrade AR doesn't? And do you need it?

Having said all that, there are some times in the life of a gun geek when you gotta break the bank and go for it. There's only two reasons for gun geeks like us to shoot: for meat and for fun! If that fine rifle fits in with either of those two mission parameters, then that is reason enough to go for it.
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You're right on some point, but the CQB MRP is appart rom the rest ( Vltor VIS too )
The quality of the upper/receiver is awesome and can't even be compared to standard LMT receiver.

You can compare everything with cost.
It's possible to buy a Geo Metro for traveling but if you have/want to spend money to buy a Audi ...:p

BUT be aware that with a quality AR, you will buy some quality accessories/optics and it can put you in the range of more than 4k really fast :redface:
 
USP said:
The problem with the MRP is that once you load it up with optics and stuff it weighs a ton. The 10.5 is nice an compact but its loud, also the balistics are better on the 16 inch rifle. This is not a light platform.

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That is so nice:)
I am building one up myself and it will look prety much the same.Now where can i get a 10.5 or 11.5 upper?
 
I got mine from Questar, got the night vision from Tactical Nightvision in the US, same with the IR torch on the end of the rail.
 
Wow what a warm welcome to the black rifle world. Thank you all for the feedback.

I agree with many of you that I would most likely be perfectly happy with a lower cost AR and I would even be able to kit it out sooner with the also expensive optics.... but it's just such a nice piece. I don't think I can settle this time. I have a bunch of pistols now and some hunting rifles. I've waited for a long time now for a Black Rifle and they hold a certain amount of mystique for me, which may as some have said wear off after I shoot the #### out of it, but somehow I doubt it. I never get tired of shooting my 1911 (Which I spent good money on and never regretted it).

I wanted to get the 16" because I also like to see how far I can still hit things once and a while and I thought with the MRP I could just drop in a short barrel for IPSC. And I am definitely getting a fore grip for it. Very nice kit above by the way.

Well I think you, and I, have talked myself into it. The first thing I am going to buy is some good ammo and shoot it.

Thanks again, and look out zombies.lol
 
Cerendrad said:
Wow what a warm welcome to the black rifle world. Thank you all for the feedback.

I agree with many of you that I would most likely be perfectly happy with a lower cost AR and I would even be able to kit it out sooner with the also expensive optics.... but it's just such a nice piece. I don't think I can settle this time. I have a bunch of pistols now and some hunting rifles. I've waited for a long time now for a Black Rifle and they hold a certain amount of mystique for me, which may as some have said wear off after I shoot the s**t out of it, but somehow I doubt it. I never get tired of shooting my 1911 (Which I spent good money on and never regretted it).

I wanted to get the 16" because I also like to see how far I can still hit things once and a while and I thought with the MRP I could just drop in a short barrel for IPSC. And I am definitely getting a fore grip for it. Very nice kit above by the way.

Well I think you, and I, have talked myself into it. The first thing I am going to buy is some good ammo and shoot it.

Thanks again, and look out zombies.lol
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the thing about the MRP though is its all about changing barrels fast in the field. If you dont plan on changing barrels its not worth it. I am not sure you can get a 10.5 MRP barrel anymore either what with the US export regulations.
 
I gotta say I do love the LMT setup... but what people say is true that it may be too expensive due to the number one expense of shooting being ammo (for me atleast). It would be pretty bad to buy a super fast sports car... and then not be able to pay for gas!

You can get some great quality stuff out there you just have to do some digging and sometimes you can get a great deal or two. (But LMT is ###y i will admit!)
 
I have a 16" MRP CQB "compliant" from Questar which is the same as your pic but...
fixed SOPMOD stock and no flash hider. (Target Barrel)

a. I'll never shoot this with the stock at full compressed, it feels too unbalanced. Tried it didn't like it.
b. The flash hider would be a very small gain if any.

In my humble first hand experience with the LMT MRP, it is a great choice of AR. But not a perfect choice. <So you may end up with more than one... it is an addiction after all.>

My LMT is more accurate than I'll be for a long time. Very happy with it and I only have a cheapo Bushnell Holosight on it. I do find it front heavy. But the MRP is what it is. An elegant rail system, and the reason I went for that particular platform.

Pointability may be a consideration if you are competing. I don't know 3 gun that well.

I didn't buy it because the cost benefit analysis said it was the best choice.
I bought it because it kept me up at night, and still does.

If I bought a Norinco AR now, after having one of these, I know I wouldn't be so enamored. I believe the term is "spoiled rotten".

It's a 1:7 twist so some ammo like some of the Winchester brand is not recommended. Winchester claims one particular type they sell is not to be used in twists faster than 1:9. (said so right on the box). The LMT will shoot anything I put through it including cheapo Remington UMC.

I have a CMMG .22lr conversion kit and it is plenty accurate also.

The LMT smacks build quality. This is apparent especially in the MRP upper. I have compared it to the HK 416 and can't justify the 1500+ more. (Piston systems don't thrill me - a solution to a non problem as some may say) - But it would also keep me up at night if I had one.

I cried when I paid the invoice. But that pain has long passed and, oddly I still find money for ammo. ;) You'll burn through that $800 in ammo in a year or less and still not have the MRP to show for it. The firearm is a one time expense, ammo is an operating cost. The "save the money for ammo" argument doesn't work for me. Either you can afford to shoot it or you can't... My gun buddies don't come to my place to caress the tubs of spent .223 casings. They come for the chance to see the LMT. (Haha)

Buy the LMT MRP. Then save up and buy another different AR. I did. Heck who here would say they would only like to have just one AR. That's like asking a hungry kid to eat just one chip or one cookie.

It's just mean!!!!

Good luck!
 
Have a look at the new STI Ar If you want to shoot 3 gun Ipsc. 16' stainless 1 in 8 twist SWEEET!! I should be getting mine from Freedom Ventures anytime now +-2200$
 
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