They do feed properly.
Panther LR-308
- Thread starter Epoxy7
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They do feed properly.
well, I dunno,
first hand knowledge trumps hearsay and internet "fact" everytime.
It is kinda like finding out pe-90 mags function in an AR(maybe they do? now i am not so sure), but it is hard to argue if they are right there in front of you.
damn
Here is my point of view;
SR25 over rated, expensive, no customer service.
Armalite and DPMS, good quality, reliabilty, and customer service.
Both of them are used by GAP(top gunsmith in the US)
I choose the DPMS since it is cheaper and will upgrade with accessories anyway.
Already have a geissel match trigger(1st stage 2#, 2nd stage 10 onces
)
260rem upper in the futur
SR25 over rated, expensive, no customer service.
Armalite and DPMS, good quality, reliabilty, and customer service.
Both of them are used by GAP(top gunsmith in the US)
I choose the DPMS since it is cheaper and will upgrade with accessories anyway.
Already have a geissel match trigger(1st stage 2#, 2nd stage 10 onces
)
260rem upper in the futur
- Location
- Vernon, BC
Epoxy7:
My friend, have you shot your rifle yet and how do you like it??
regards
Richard
My friend, have you shot your rifle yet and how do you like it??
regards
Richard
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Congrats on the DPMS Purchase, I bought one DPMS, and now plan on getting the exact same as you now, the LR-308. keep me posted on how it shoots!
Haven't shot her yet .
I was planning on getting the scope a long time ago, however a Swiss Arms, and an r5 millspec followed me home instead.
Those two rifles replaced the four scopes I was going to buy.
So I'm a bit behind my projected schedule.
. I was planning on getting the scope a long time ago, however a Swiss Arms, and an r5 millspec followed me home instead.
Those two rifles replaced the four scopes I was going to buy
. So I'm a bit behind my projected schedule.
Haven't shot her yet
I was planning on getting the scope a long time ago, however a Swiss Arms, and an r5 millspec followed me home instead.
Those two rifles replaced the four scopes I was going to buy
So I'm a bit behind my projected schedule.
I picked up an LR-308 AP4 myself... did a final decision on acceptable non-factory mags surface?
I am really really holding my breath for either a repeal of mag limits or somebody to put out a suitbale handgun for these mags. (Ok not actually holding my breath or I would have died while typing this)
Pottsy
Congratulations. That's a pretty cool rifle. Mine was geared more for straight target shooting. The model you chose definately has won it's fair share of awards. It looks cool too.
As for the mags. As far as I know the DPMS are still the best for these rifles. They aren't cheap though that's for sure.
Congratulations. That's a pretty cool rifle. Mine was geared more for straight target shooting. The model you chose definately has won it's fair share of awards. It looks cool too.
As for the mags. As far as I know the DPMS are still the best for these rifles. They aren't cheap though that's for sure.
- Location
- Vernon, BC
Epoxy:
What Optics were you planing to mount and why??
regards
AbH
What Optics were you planing to mount and why??
regards
AbH
I'm looking at getting a Zeiss Conquest 6.5-20x 50mm scope.
My reasoning includes:
The fact that this is a range gun, so I'm limited to 200, or possibly 400 (a range an hour away). So I don't need the extra adjustments of the Leupold for long distance shooting.
I find the glass is as good, and possibly a very tiny bit better than the Leupold. Plus I like the controls a bit better. The reticle is etched, not wire.
It's a tough call between the Zeiss and the Leupold, but I personally like the Zeiss a little bit better. Although the Leupold is a fantastic scope.
I've been trying a number of scopes lately at the gun store. The Swarovski are out of my price range for this type of rifle plus they seem to be more geared for hunting. Scopes such as the NF aren't necessary for this type of rifle (Although I will be looking at one for a long distance rig). This pretty much puts Zeiss Conquest and Leupold as the primary contenders. Although I like Burris, it's just not quite at the same level. As for the Elite 4200. It wasn't competitive in my opinion (It was decent, but not as nice as the Leupold or Zeiss, and my Burris Fullfield optics I believe were better).
Now keep in mind I want to shoot this thing mostly bench rest for groups. So this dictates my scope magnification. If you have the AP4 you may want to go for a more tactical scope. So a Leupold MK4 may be more in line with what you're after.
So that's where I'm at right now. This is subject to change, until I've actually made the purchase
My reasoning includes:
The fact that this is a range gun, so I'm limited to 200, or possibly 400 (a range an hour away). So I don't need the extra adjustments of the Leupold for long distance shooting.
I find the glass is as good, and possibly a very tiny bit better than the Leupold. Plus I like the controls a bit better. The reticle is etched, not wire.
It's a tough call between the Zeiss and the Leupold, but I personally like the Zeiss a little bit better. Although the Leupold is a fantastic scope.
I've been trying a number of scopes lately at the gun store. The Swarovski are out of my price range for this type of rifle plus they seem to be more geared for hunting. Scopes such as the NF aren't necessary for this type of rifle (Although I will be looking at one for a long distance rig). This pretty much puts Zeiss Conquest and Leupold as the primary contenders. Although I like Burris, it's just not quite at the same level. As for the Elite 4200. It wasn't competitive in my opinion (It was decent, but not as nice as the Leupold or Zeiss, and my Burris Fullfield optics I believe were better).
Now keep in mind I want to shoot this thing mostly bench rest for groups. So this dictates my scope magnification. If you have the AP4 you may want to go for a more tactical scope. So a Leupold MK4 may be more in line with what you're after.
So that's where I'm at right now. This is subject to change, until I've actually made the purchase
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- Location
- Vernon, BC
Excellent!!
A logical thought process, however, If I were you I would chat with Rick Over at Alberta Tactical Rifle. It is my understanding that he is carrying Night force and that the price point is about $200 more, than for the compareable Leupy scope. Now things may have changed, but we had this conversation not that long ago.
Your milage may varry.
Regards and all the best
AbH
A logical thought process, however, If I were you I would chat with Rick Over at Alberta Tactical Rifle. It is my understanding that he is carrying Night force and that the price point is about $200 more, than for the compareable Leupy scope. Now things may have changed, but we had this conversation not that long ago.
Your milage may varry.
Regards and all the best
AbH
I'll check into it. I wish firearms dealers would list their scope prices on their web pages. I've noticed most of the sponsors on this site don't bother. I'm not really into calling them up about it. I'd like to see and make a decision fast. Oh well.
The other thing about the Zeiss, is I'm going to need 5 of them. It's a $1100 scope. Which would make it closer to $500 more for a night force NXS with the same features. For the long distance rifle I'm getting soon, I'll be going with the Night force. That's a given. But for the majority of my rifles they will be topping out around 500 yards max. I believe the Zeiss Conquest is the way to go at this time, for those particular rifles.
That being said I may go for a Night force for my Remington R5 milspec instead of a Zeiss, since it is capable of long distance shooting.
It'll be about a month before I make my final decision.
The other thing about the Zeiss, is I'm going to need 5 of them. It's a $1100 scope. Which would make it closer to $500 more for a night force NXS with the same features. For the long distance rifle I'm getting soon, I'll be going with the Night force. That's a given. But for the majority of my rifles they will be topping out around 500 yards max. I believe the Zeiss Conquest is the way to go at this time, for those particular rifles.
That being said I may go for a Night force for my Remington R5 milspec instead of a Zeiss, since it is capable of long distance shooting.
It'll be about a month before I make my final decision.
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- Location
- Vernon, BC
Well my friend, I would chat with Rick, if you are ordering that kind of volume, one never know what you might be able to negotiate
regards
AbH
regards
AbH
I'll give him a call in a few days (after the weekend). I just PMd a guy on this site from Alberta Tactical. So we'll see. If it's close then it's an easy decision on which one to get, although I do like the Zeiss Conquest.
The NXS model that I wanted was a lot more expensive. I'll probably put one on a precision rifle I have. But not on the DPMS. I'll be going with the Zeiss Conquest.
The NXS model that I wanted was a lot more expensive. I'll probably put one on a precision rifle I have. But not on the DPMS. I'll be going with the Zeiss Conquest.
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