Semi-auto Precision

[Mystic Precision]

Testing a new primer and adjusting the load... 190yds, 4rds test group, gusty winds... 3C

Yes, 3rds went into that single hole.

Now to do a large scale test and see if it can repeat.

Jerry



Other groups that were part of the load work up.... definitely likes B and C (just under 1")

 

[Hornychief]

Fantastic!

 

[VancouverS4]

Athena System could be a game changer if it brings a well developed "sub MOA" semi down to half or better. In theory it seems to address some of the fundamental flaws of the AR design.

 

[Mystic Precision]

Athena System could be a game changer if it brings a well developed "sub MOA" semi down to half or better. In theory it seems to address some of the fundamental flaws of the AR design.

Sure looks like a good idea... and it looks like they have removed the typical sloppiness between their upper and 'lower'. Ease of taking apart is NOT a good way to increase precision.

There are ways to fix the sloppiness in the basic AR and if more rigid parts are used, it is surprisingly stable.... at least the BCL I am playing with is so far.

The BCL goofy honking big nut is a pain to set up but it does offer a ton of support to the forend. The standard forend is really thick and bolts up to be a super rigid structure. Really no different then your generic rifle chassis in the end.

The BCL may not get alot of love but the Gen 2 upper is really very rigid even with the heavy barrel I am running. There is simply no play or 'bending'.... and it seems to lead to some pretty good accuracy.

If this rifle can keep the groups in the 3's at distance, I think that is as good as a self loader is going to get. It would be great for a bolt rifle.

Jerry

 

[Epoxy7]

Athena System could be a game changer if it brings a well developed "sub MOA" semi down to half or better. In theory it seems to address some of the fundamental flaws of the AR design.

Save your money. Looks like a gimick.

I watched that video and what a pile of crap. The magwell on an AR works better than that design for grip etc. Plus many have a tension screw in the lower to tighten the upper/lower connection. Or just get an acuwedge. If in a pinch wedge in one of those foam ear protection pieces.

The only advantage is ensuring that there isn't any torsion put on the barrel nut, or pressure on the gas system/barrel. This is generally only an issue when utilizing the newest lightest and flimsly handguards. Not an issue with a solid handguard. If you want the flat bottom which is really good for shooting off bags, then there are options out there already.

The FAB stock they chose, I also utilize in a few on my rifles. But it's an accurate carbine stock. Not a precision rifle stock. Go A2 (old school) or a PRS if you want an accuracy rifle stock.

When it comes to AR10 rifles there is a lot of AR voodoo going on out there. Part of it is the new crowd joining in along with the old crowd of F class, or PRS shooters with bolt guns and or M14 experience. There is a ton of trying to reinvent the wheel here. Getting a sub .5 moa AR10 or AR isn't that hard.

 

[pac_man]

I’ve found that unless I reload for AR precision rifles the accuracy is only MOA or so.
That sucks from my perspective so i reload. I say that after buying a proof barrel, JP BCG, JP gas block, fortis rail, trigger tech trigger etc.

With reloads .5 MOA but you really have to practice a lot. I agree and think semi autos are harder to
shoot than a bolt gun. But its worth the money and effort once you get it working properly.