IMO if it's built on the same assembly line @ LOW as the NX8 , and it's components are at least equally as robust I see no problem with the asking price.
The performance of the design spec will determine if it's worth buying in this case, not the logo etched on the side... At the end of the...
How about DOD sending all the 6.8 barrels back and swapping in 18" 6.5 Creedmoor barrels. 120 gr BTHP with standard loading may hit 2750 fps easily. Good energy out to 800m + . Without a suppressor it's roughly the same length and probably lighter.
Done.
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Just managed (3) 5 shot groups @ .65" - 70" with Berger 140 Hybrids just after a break in session. With a Bushnell 4.5-18 LRHSi. Not exactly a great optic for groups. Wind was all over the place as well. I'm fairly confident I can tighten that up .
I'm waiting for the new magnum caliber Cross hinge to be released as a part. I prefer the conventional locking design over the standard. The magnum version looks like a direct swap