AR-15 with an 8 twist

[coldboremiracle]

Have a buddy looking to get into an AR with a n 8 twist and probably an 18 or 20 inch barrel, flattop. I suggested a RRA, but I dont know if his wallet can afford such a rifle. Wondering if anyone has a good "wallet friendly" suggestion for something like that. Also open to a modest bolt gun with similar features (.223, 8 twist, 20-24in.) thanks

 

[ChrisGarrett]

Re: AR-15 with an 8 twist

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: coldboremiracle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Have a buddy looking to get into an AR with a n 8 twist and probably an 18 or 20 inch barrel, flattop. I suggested a RRA, but I dont know if his wallet can afford such a rifle. Wondering if anyone has a good "wallet friendly" suggestion for something like that. Also open to a modest bolt gun with similar features (.223, 8 twist, 20-24in.) thanks </div></div>

Factory bolt guns with 1:8s aren't all that common. 1:9s are. I have a Bushmaster 1:7 Gov. profile upper that I got from them during their Tax Day sale a couple of years back, which works for the heavies.

For ARs, 1:9s are pretty common as well. You can get specilty barrels for them in any twist, but that's going to cost him some coin.

Any reason he wants a 1:8 over a 1:9?

Chris

 

[lapuaBR]

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I like olympic arms. I think they are 1-9 though. Oly makes some great barrels.

 

[KUSA]

Re: AR-15 with an 8 twist

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: coldboremiracle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Have a buddy looking to get into an AR with a n 8 twist and probably an 18 or 20 inch barrel, flattop. I suggested a RRA, but I dont know if his wallet can afford such a rifle. Wondering if anyone has a good "wallet friendly" suggestion for something like that. Also open to a modest bolt gun with similar features (.223, 8 twist, 20-24in.) thanks </div></div>

There is nothing wallet friendly about rifles but if he wants an AR that will drive tacks then get a barrel from compass lake. The prices are good and the quality is outstanding.

http://www.compasslake.com/Price%20List.htm

 

[brt1963]

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I think Tikka T-3 bolt actions come with a 1:8 twist - and seemed to be highly regarded for out of the box accuracy...

 

[mattsnuked]

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Take a serious look at one of these Scott at Specialized Dynamics builds. LINK

I have an 8 twist from him and it rocks, not to mention you'd be supporting a Hide Sponsor.

 

[coldboremiracle]

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69's are great, but we're fans of the 75's and 80's around here.

 

[Scottmilk9]

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I'm a fan of 75's and 77's. Haven't tried to single feed 80's yet. but my best group ever(i suck at shooting groups) is a .214 with 75bthp hornadys with one of my guns.

 

[mj2evans]

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CMMG has there bargin bin deals going on - 18 in, 1/7 twist flat top for $599. I just got a carbine and its brand new, maybe a smudge here or there but looks unfired. Ordered Wed and picked up Monday.

 

[RANGER_MAC]

Re: AR-15 with an 8 twist

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mj2evans</div><div class="ubbcode-body">CMMG has there bargin bin deals going on - 18 in, 1/7 twist flat top for $599. I just got a carbine and its brand new, maybe a smudge here or there but looks unfired. Ordered Wed and picked up Monday.</div></div>

where did you pick it up for $599?

 

[mattmcg]

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I've got two 1:8 twist ARs with 223 Wylde chambers and love them. Optimized for 69gr pills but able to shoot up to 75 and down to 55 without issues. The 223 Wylde provides a happy medium between 223 Rem and 5.56mm. It really is a good universal twist and chambering for an AR.

 

[DT1]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Scottmilk9</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm a fan of 75's and 77's. Haven't tried to single feed 80's yet. but my best group ever(i suck at shooting groups) is a .214 with 75bthp hornadys with one of my guns. </div></div>

Please excuse the mild hi-jack, but what load did you use for your Hornady 75's? I've tried that bullet in several different AR's with not much luck.

Thanks Scottmilk9!

 

[coldboremiracle]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RANGER MAC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mj2evans</div><div class="ubbcode-body">CMMG has there bargin bin deals going on - 18 in, 1/7 twist flat top for $599. I just got a carbine and its brand new, maybe a smudge here or there but looks unfired. Ordered Wed and picked up Monday.</div></div>

where did you pick it up for $599? </div></div>

+1, more info please! phone numbers ect.

 

[coldboremiracle]

Re: AR-15 with an 8 twist

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DT1</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Scottmilk9</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm a fan of 75's and 77's. Haven't tried to single feed 80's yet. but my best group ever(i suck at shooting groups) is a .214 with 75bthp hornadys with one of my guns. </div></div>

Please excuse the mild hi-jack, but what load did you use for your Hornady 75's? I've tried that bullet in several different AR's with not much luck.

Thanks Scottmilk9! </div></div>

I shoot single loaded 75 gr A-max's over 26.5 gr blc(2) out of neck sized brass seated right off the lands, its been a great load. ( its hot though so be careful)