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Suppressors In need of an older model flash hider - AAC 18T 1/2 x 28

I have an AAC 762-SD suppressor (maybe 8-10 yrs old) that I want to use on an AR-15 5.56, but the 18-teeth flash hider adapter required has been discontinued by AAC. I've looked everywhere online for new and used (ebay, gundeals, gunbroker, etc), and have found nothing. I can't get in touch with anyone at AAC - since they were acquired by Remington their website is dead and phone message just says that the offices are closed. Remington is no help either.

Anyway, any leads on where I could possibly find one used (or new) would be greatly appreciated!

Here a link just to show a photo:
https://bullseyegun.com/aac-blackout-fh-5-56mm-18t-1-2x28/

PS - even if you come across this post much later, I'll likely still be interested in picking up a spare.

Sizing 6mm creed to 6.5 creedmoor

Question to everyone.

Is there anything I need to watch for sizing a 6mm creedmoor case up to 6.5 creedmoor? I annealed it, resized it/ trim/deburr and chamfer. The shoulder is at the same place as my hornady 6.5 brass now, no bumps or bulges on the case, and the neck thickness is the same as well as diameter.

I’ve seen on other forums this works I just wanted so see the consensus before I waste a primer and powder loading a round.

Lube residue on bullet seating...

Hello,
on my brass preparing process I use the Redding dry Lube for lubing the neck and Redding Imperial Wax.

I Lube the body of the case with Imperial Wax and the fingers and dip the neck on the dry lube then resize.

After that, I clean the exerior of the case with isopropil alcool.

I not use the same product/method for the interior of the neck.
Some time I use a brush, but I think that some residue of dry lube remain.

Have some advantage on seating with lube residue?

Making some advantage on consistency?

Thanks

Producing Ammo with Low SD's

Perhaps some more experienced reloaders can comment.

What is the biggest indicator of producing low SD's in ammo? Is it bullet selection, powder selection(powder burn rate), primers, case fill, consistency of brass, or some combination of the above?

I have a new 6gt competition barrel which is shooting really tight groups on paper, but the SD's have been around 20 for a 25 shot sample size. This is with virgin Alpha brass and a barrel round count around 100. Running 112 Matchburners with 37GN of H4350 behind them and cci 450's. I'm hoping the SD's will drop once the barrel is fully broken in, I'll start load development at that point and perhaps experiment with some faster burning powders behind 109 Bergers.
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МЦ-55 Zenit rifle by Yevgeny Dragunov

Not a sniper rifle, but definitely vintage ( late 50s ) for Olympic competition 300m – I’m looking for information about this weapon.

I came across an advertisement of sale of such a rifle and started to browse the internet. Unfortunately, there is very little information about it. It was developed in 1955 by a team with the participation of Yevgeny Dragunov ( later the creator of the SVD rifle ).

Only 10 “Zenit” rifles were supposed to be produced for the leading sports shooters of the USSR, in the first period of manufacture ( 1956 – 1961 ).
Based on experience from use in the years 1963-73, 110 rifles were produced, but already in the improved version "Zenit-3".

The rifle that is advertised for sale does not have an original stock butt plate, a diopter sight and original Soviet documents are missing and it also has a modern Picatinny rail mounted on the receiver. It looks like it has only flaws.

So why did I get interested in it? Because it has the name "Zenit" engraved on the receiver - without an additional number and the year of production 1957. It would seem that this is a rifle from the first series of only 10 produced. But it also has serial number No. 66 and the theory that it is one of those first ten can unfortunately be questioned. There is a problem with the Soviet numbering system of sports weapons. I already have a Typhoon-3 rifle, of which only 130 were supposed to be produced and mine has serial number M247 and I have also seen a rifle with the number P1321.

So this Zenit with the number "66" may be one of the first 10 rifles produced in this version and the numbering does not reflect the scale of production but there is no evidence for this.

That's why I'm asking if anyone on the forum knows anything more about Zenit rifles?

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WTF barrel worms?

Ok, the title is a joke, but check this out. From my AIAX barrel, it used to shoot one shot on top of the next, now the groups have opened up, it still shoots good but just not 1/4 moa anymore. WTF did I do, was this from rust? Overpressure? I have never oiled my barrels and was this from erosion? Whats the copper color stuff, is that copper or rust? Gunsmiths chime in please.

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Optics NIB Swarovski Z6i 2.5-15X44P HD

This is a brand new in the box Swarovski Z6i 2.5-15X44 P HD, Model SW69458 (now called BT 4A-I) I had two Swarovski scopes, and I used the other, a Z8. The Z6i somehow got slid into the Z8 box, but it is brand new unmounted with the price tag still on it. I paid $3340 for it, you can get the model that replaced this (same model number), on Euro Optic for $3099, I will take $2600 delivered to you. PM me if you want more pics.

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Firearms Kelbly Action w/ Xlr Envy JV - $1k

Against my better judgement I’m going to get rid of a project rifle that I don’t need to start with.

Details are the following:
Kelbly BlackBear Tactical - SA, RH, 308 BF
6bra barrel 26” threaded 5/8”-24, unknown round count, unknown make, and unknown smith - basically just a fireform/place holder barrel
Xlr envy Chassis JV version with Ergo grip. (Needs buttpad) everything else is there.

Trigger hangar is on its way, but included in the price

Askin $1000 + Insurance cost. For anyone one that knows about these actions they are discontinued but are extremely nice and absolute tanks. Can’t buy an action for even this price, let alone the chassis. I have talked with Kelbly and they said they would support the action for its lifetime

It’s a flat bottom steel tactical action that takes AICS mags. Integral lug and integral rail, and one of the smoothest on the market.

Only trades are:
Bighorn origin/TL3 Steel light contour 6.5creed or 6.5prc barrel
Hunting oriented stock - KRG bravo, Manners w/ mini chassis, McMillan

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SOLD WTS Vortex Razor Gen II

Interested in trading my vortex razor gen II 4.5-27×56mm for a custom action.

It's in great shape except I scratched the center of the caps taking them off and on at a match with a screwdriver in a hurry. Vortex will replace the caps for free if they are an issue. Otherwise, it has a few minor handling marks from normal use in 3 or 4 prs matches. It is the EBR7C reticle in mils. I have the original box and everything that came with it.

I pulled this thing off the market months ago because I didn't get a trade offer that I wanted, but now it just sets in my closet, so let's find someone who can use it. $1450 delivered to your door.

I could probably also be swayed by really interesting trades. Small caliber bolt rifles, high quality lightweight rifle scopes, etc., but I'll be picky.

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Aero Precision Solus Bravo

So I’ve been lurking here for a bit and reading. I went to a local gun store and had a chance to look at both the Bravo Model and the competition model. The Bravo in 308 is on sale for $1,300.00 I really liked that specific. It felt balanced to me the bolt was pretty smooth and the trigger wasn’t bad. I know it can be replaced with a trigger tech or timmney.

I also understand that the barrel is a Ballistics Advantage so it’s okay it not a high end barrel. One of the gun guys at the counter who is into PRS said they have sold about 11 of them in both 308 and 6.5 CM and the guys that have bought them have had positive experiences with the Solus.

Now a salesman is exactly that regardless of commission or not. Those of you who have a Solus what is your opinion on them.

The last bolt gun I owned was probably 10 years ago or so. I had a Rem 700 LTR in 308. I hane a 15 1/2 inch LOP so I put it in an AICS Chassis system from Mile High Shooting as they used to be a sponsor here. It’s been so long since I was a member here that the Mega 10 AR was the latest and greatest. I had a NF NXS that I also bought from another site sponsor so it’s been a while and a lot has changed. I sold that Rem 700 set up years ago.

So those of you that own them what do you think? I will probably end up with a FFP of some sort like a Razor for and optic and an Atlas bipod or the likes. and with a 1:10 twist 20 inch barrel there are plenty of 308 ammo options besides FGGM like the Hornady ELD Match.

SOLD ***SOLD***Protech Rockeye Operator

I have a Protech Rockeye Operator in great condition. This is the CPM D2 version. The knife has been carried a few times and there are a few small nicks on a couple corners and a couple handling marks along the aluminum. Nothing major and the blade was never used. See pics. The blade has the sharp factory edge and is free of any marks. Fires like a rocket as you can expect from Protech. Comes in the factory box with the pouch.

Asking $225 shipped OBO

PayPal FF, Venmo or Zelle for payment.

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G43 DUV44

WW2 German G43 DUV 44 with original ZF4 3 post , original sling , this rifle is all matched including lumber , never seen any bubba'ery , no import marks , matching right to the bolt lugs ,original patina , mirror bore ive had it for what must be 30+ years now , recently found out it was never previously documented by the folks at the k98k forum , which makes sense , ive had it since before the internet and cell phones were a thing , they had a documented rifle that was 4 digits off from mine , i believe it was 4 rifles newer so probably ended up in the same crate from the factory, the scope is original , the mount is a very early repro very well made and correct , one of these days will find a original that is priced right













Rifle Scopes [Late] PA PLX 1-8 Compact review

I took the Primary Arms PLX 1-8 Compact Mil reticle and ran it in two back-to-back DMR competitions in the same month. Here are my findings from a practical precision perspective.

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Size and Weight: The overall size makes it work well on small frame AR's where size and bulk are of concern. It is in fact comparable to the NX8 1-8 in weight and stature, thus it fulfills the same roles.

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Glass: The glass isn't bad. It's not quite Razor clear to me, but it's a definite step-up from Philippines glass quality. Edge clarity at max power is appropriate for its price range. Think NXS 2.5-10 edge clarity. I can observe and identify targets well enough to use the optic comfortably out to 850yds, all in the FL summer heat where merage gets bad at ~700yds.

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Adjustments and Reticle: This unit has capped turrets, so using the reticle to hold over targets is the way. Which brings us to reticle choice. I've been using the Mil reticle in my PLX1-8C. When I saw that there was a Mil based reticle, I decided that it would be the most practical for my use case, because I enjoy handling my own DOPE and want to be as precise as possible. The temptation from this Mil reticle is that I can just run a DOPE card on my person and derive immediate precise firing solutions using this optic. After using the reticle in the field and during the competitions, I refined my opinions of this optic [Specifically concerning the reticle choices available for the PLX1-8C]. To put it bluntly, I did not like the Mil reticle very much at all. I easily got lost in it and had to frequently go back to figure out where I needed to be. The design appears intuitive until you want to get behind it and take shots in a hurry. I also can't stand the chevron at the center of the reticle. Again, I feel like I tricked myself into thinking I use this scope as a LPVO precision optic like the March 1-10, but in reality it's just supposed to be a [good enough] fast onto target scope like the OG NX8 1-8. This is more of a gripe with the reticle and not the scope, but with the PLX1-8C only coming in three reticle options... The Mil reticle isn't ideal for the only non-BDC option. That said, I've also gotten behind the PLX1-8C with the Meters and Yards reticles. They seem to be well thought out and usable BDC reticles. I wish I liked BDC reticles more.

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Durability: I only shot less than 1,000rds using this optic, so I don't have a ton of data. That said, it seemed to hold up fine over the course of two DMR comps and playing around on a flat range.

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Conclusion: I believe this scope should be a viable option for a general purpose build or for fast DMR type work [*with conditions*]. This scope really shines with an easier to intuit BDC reticle. I think that's how PA intended it in the first place as well, but people like me demand Mil reticles that aren't caliber dependent and this is what we get. This overall review was very bittersweet. This scope did some things right, and other things that tricked me into thinking it was something that it was not. My advice is to stick with the BDC in the PLX1-8C. If you want a LPVO with a Mil base reticle, save for something with a FC-DMX reticle or similar.

Cheers