I'm not blaming anyone for anything. I'm 60. This is a forum for people that are more serious about shooting than I am. That said I enjoy reading various threads but don't expect to see me posting again other to let you know if the rifle works. Not because I got dumped on. I expected it. I...
Tickled Pink has the scope link a few posts above. I go to the Lake City Range in Buckner, one mile from the Lake City Ammunition Plant and it's only 100 yards.
I don't know anything about manufacturing rifles, but you would think the parts would either be all bad or all good. I'll find out about my copy later in the week.
I'm spending money on 168 grain match ammo right now. I can plan an optics upgrade in six to eight months. It's exciting for me to get a modern AR rifle design to compare to my M1A.
The VTR barrel matches the AWT even better. I thought I would use a two piece scope mount as well. After seeing your setup, I'd use a one piece. Your rifle looks great!
BTW, the standard Rem 700 bolt knob looks right at home on the AWT chassis.