BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

[simo-waldron]

BARRETT M107A1 is it worth $10,000 ?
Or
Would you spend the money on something else ?

No bolt action or DI please.

 

[500grains]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

If you are serious about long range, there are many better, lighter options.

If you need to shoot a lot of heavy equipment at 1500 yards, the Barrett is a good option.

 

[Victory]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

If your purpose is to brag to everyone you have a Barrett, then yeah it is.

If you want to shoot ELR accurately, then it isn't.

 

[Cacciatore]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Supposedly Barrett was having problems with the aluminum not holding up as well as the steel M82. I don't know how true this is but it makes be think twice before putting a 50 BMG in an aluminum gun.

 

[Jon Lester]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

It's a big pee-pee thing. I would much rather have an AI 338 with a S&B on top for the money.

 

[diverdon]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Most I have seen for sale are a lot closer to 12k than to 10k. Do you know where to get one for 10k?

 

[Falsecrack]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

If you can afford it and it makes you happy, buy it.

 

[Ledzep]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I think they're cool, but not $10,000 cool. Especially for the accuracy performance. I agree it's mostly a penis envy thing.

I don't know what else you want us to recommend if it's not a bolt-action or direct impingement. A semi-auto M2? Lahti L39, PTRS 41?

Personally I'm tempted to look into Serbu's semi auto, but honestly for a .50bmg ELR is where it's at, and I'd prefer to squeeze as much accuracy out of the system as I could. I lean heavily towards a heavy, super-accurate single-shot bolt action with a USO SN-9.

 

[Shoottothrill]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

It's totally cool and badass, and if the $10,000 doesnt hurt your wallet then go for it if it makes you happy. They are not a very accurate rifle usually 2-4 MOA from what I've hear/read.

For $10,000 I would get an AX .50 or for 7,000 a HTI .50. Both bolt guns though.

I also hear good things about FND. They have a the coolest semi auto .50 I've ever seen and it is supposed to be accurate. Check out their website.

 

[EricCartmann]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Get it! Totally worth it.

 

[gits]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I have those at work and they aren't really the favorite tool of use. It seems on the civilian side to be more of a novelty or status symbol IMO and it has the cool factor to wow your friends. I agree with the posts above on the AI and HTI guns for accuracy and a cheaper price point.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I would buy an M82A1A if I had the cash. However the desire is purely because I carried one and they are a ton of fun to send that much lead downrange that quickly.

However if there were any practical needs left unfilled in my inventory, I would get those first. They are most definitely not the best tool for ELR precision.

 

[ORD]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Only YOU can determine if it is worth it TO YOU.

They are incredibly fun to shoot and will impress all who you encounter at the range, but depending on your specific purposes for buying the rifle, there are a TON of better and arguably less expensive options.

Again, knowing WHY you want it and WHAT you plan to do with it would be helpful in pointing you in the right direction for the Barrett or other possible options.

 

[Blackrifle1]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Best of luck whatever you decide. If it were me - I'd buy a rifle chambered in .338 LM and not look back. This is based on all the positive info I have read on this incredible round.

 

[EricCartmann]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I would buy an M82A1A if I had the cash. However the desire is purely because I carried one and they are a ton of fun to send that much lead downrange that quickly.

However if there were any practical needs left unfilled in my inventory, I would get those first. They are most definitely not the best tool for ELR precision. </div></div>

That's why I got the Barrett M99A1, probably one of the most accurate .50 Cal there is. But man, a semi-auto .50 is probably heaven. If money were no object I would pick up a M82A1.

 

[freefalle7]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I love my 82A1

Never seen anything better than 2 MOA, but with a bullet as big as the 50 BMG I'm ok with it.

We pull it out twice a year and shoot 5 dollar bills downrange.

I used to go to a buddies house near the beach and get free room and board at his uncles place as long as he can shoot it.

And every time we shoot it the souls of a million liberals cry out in terror

Free

 

[Cologgi]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I miss the old Snipers Hide sometimes

 

[-Nick-]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Freefalle7</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

</div></div>

Why? Just Why?

 

[WildBill3/75]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I've used them...they are 3moa. Way better options out there unless you plan on using it for it's intended purpose, taking out vehicles.

 

[regatoni5]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jon Lester</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It's a big pee-pee thing. I would much rather have an AI 338 with a S&B on top for the money. </div></div>

i like where your head is at

 

[DP425]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

If you don't have a specific need for it (heavy equipment engagement, barrier penetration), get a bolt- single shot or otherwise. I was never impressed with the accuracy of the M107's I've shot... and the one my team had was brand new.

 

[Toast]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

nope

 

[EricCartmann]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DP425</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you don't have a specific need for it (heavy equipment engagement, barrier penetration), get a bolt- single shot or otherwise. I was never impressed with the accuracy of the M107's I've shot... and the one my team had was brand new. </div></div>


Agreed, M82/M107 is more for engaging hard targets, and not meant for accuracy.

I think most of us don't have a "Need" for 99% of the stuff we own. We get it not because we "Need" it, but because we WANT it. For me, that is all the reason I "need".

I don't know why we criticize the M82/M107's accuracy. 3-4 MOA is good enough for any gun, for a .50 cal semi-auto, it is more than good enough.

Every Military Rifle excluding bolt action, is 3-6 MOA with standard FMJ Military grade ammo. The M82/M107 can shoot standard FMJ, Tracer, API, AP, APIT all just fine, the only one the M82 can't shoot is the 750gr AMAX. The 750gr AMAX was not meant for the M82 (even says so on the ammo box).

 

[freefalle7]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

It was the 4th of July and we wanted to see if we could hit a watermelon standing at 100m

Sometimes you just gotta have fun.

I have a SR-25 for more practical shooting anyway.

Free

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Broker</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Freefalle7</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

</div></div>

Why? Just Why? </div></div>

 

[eodcam]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

They are all right, we have them at work. They are cool to shoot if given the chance. Not enjoyable to shoot unless you have a lot of real estate, some junk vehicles and API or Roufus!

 

[Sulenski]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Man I remember when those could be had for less than 5k new............ how times have changed.

I would love to have one just to have one.

 

[LineofDeparture]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I just picked one up. Been wanting one for years.. and it finally came. Think i bought it for a decent price, you guys tell me.. Had about 100 rounds through it max.. NF 12-42x56mm NP-1RR ( i dont like the reticle or that much magnification) Drag bag, all the normal others that are included on a new purchase.. ( pelican case, carrying handle) all for 8k.. Was this a deal, a steal or just what it was worth... Not trying to steal this thread but im curious to know how did i do?. This is my first 50..

 

[greentimber]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

The OP is about the M107A1, not the M107/82A1. Significant difference between the two guns.

 

[USAF SP]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I have them at work, like shooting them, but would never spend that much for one. I like hitting engine block size targets at 1500 meters but sub .5 MOA is what interests me and the 107 was not built for that.

Hog

 

[DP425]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: greentimber</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The OP is about the M107A1, not the M107/82A1. Significant difference between the two guns. </div></div>

Good point- I haven't shot the A1, but I do find it hard to believe it could be that big of an accuracy improvement. But I've been wrong before!

 

[a1-equipment]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

The one I got is alot of fun to shoot, but my Cobb ba-50 will shoot circles around it. They only good thing about the Barrett semi's is they hold their value and aways go up all most every year
So
Fun to shoot yes
Match grade hell no

If you want match grade, get a mcmillian or edm, or the bushmaster ba50 shot great for around 4k

 

[-Nick-]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Freefalle7</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It was the 4th of July and we wanted to see if we could hit a watermelon standing at 100m

Sometimes you just gotta have fun.

I have a SR-25 for more practical shooting anyway.

Free

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Broker</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Freefalle7</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

</div></div>

Why? Just Why? </div></div> </div></div>

Whatever makes you happy, lol... My back hurts just looking at the photo...

 

[RyeDaddy]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BobcatT870</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I miss the old Snipers Hide <span style="text-decoration: line-through">sometimes</span><span style="color: #FF0000"> every day</span></div></div>

 

[fred650]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

If I lived in a free state I'd definitely buy one, these are something that I see being federally registered in the future or banned so I'd like my children(don't have any yet) to have one in the household. How I wish my dad would of purchased a full auto before the 1986 , don't want this to happen to me.

Does the M107A1 thing come in anything other than desert tan?


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sulenski</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Man I remember when those could be had for <span style="font-weight: bold">less than 5k new</span>............ how times have changed.

I would love to have one just to have one. </div></div>

How long ago was this? These things are closer to $12K

 

[Tengo1]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fRed650</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If I lived in a free state I'd definitely buy one, these are something that I see being federally registered in the future or banned so I'd like my children(don't have any yet) to have one in the household. How I wish my dad would of purchased a full auto before the 1986 , don't want this to happen to me.

Does the M107A1 thing come in anything other than desert tan?


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sulenski</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Man I remember when those could be had for <span style="font-weight: bold">less than 5k new</span>............ how times have changed.

I would love to have one just to have one. </div></div>

How long ago was this? These things are closer to $12K </div></div>

Not that long ago, my buddy bought one brand new in 2005 for $6500

 

[SilencercoJames]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I don't think there was such a thing as a m107a1 in 2005.

 

[texastonk]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

Too much $$$. If it was belt fed then I could justify.

 

[Johnson184]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I think it's too much for what you get. I can't speak for everyone else, but it would make more sense to me to just save thousands of dollars by getting the M107/M82A1.

 

[BravoSector1]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

As others have stated...if it turns you on...go for it. Don't think it would be a bad investment either considering what the barrets move for new, used, old.

$10,000 to put stuff in my safes or complete related projects?

- Armalite AR-50A1, NF or S&B glass, and a pallet of Hornady 750 AMAX...check
- 2-3 register powder springs MAC-11 machine guns...check
- Registered M16 lower receiver...check
- Build a shop or man cave for the toys...check
- Buy property (land) to hunt, fish or shoot on...check

 

[Ironhandjohn]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I've shot a few out to around 800 yards, and I can attest to its "minute-of-deuce-and-half" accuracy. In all fairness it was windy as hell, we were on the top level of a rappelling tower, and shooting ball ammo. For tearing the shit out of vehicles I don't think anything does it better than a Barrett, unless it's belt-fed and mounted in an aircraft.

The .408 CheyTac I fired the same day was MUCH more accurate, but they ran out of ammo before I could nail the 1000 meter B-27 target.

 

[Longstaff]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: simo-waldron</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

No bolt action or DI please. </div></div>

DI gas operation is probably better overall than recoil operation.


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: EricCartmann</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I don't know why we criticize the M82/M107's accuracy. 3-4 MOA is good enough for any gun, for a .50 cal semi-auto, it is more than good enough.

Every Military Rifle excluding bolt action, is 3-6 MOA with standard FMJ Military grade ammo. The M82/M107 can shoot standard FMJ, Tracer, API, AP, APIT all just fine, the only one the M82 can't shoot is the 750gr AMAX. The 750gr AMAX was not meant for the M82 (even says so on the ammo box).</div></div>

3-4 moa is not acceptable for a 10k rifle. It's hard to keep the m107 on the e-type at 1000, pretty rare past that.

Every military rifle is 3-6 minutes? <span style="font-weight: bold">I find that statement to be quite offensive.</span> If that's all the better you can shoot, then you need to get off your computer and go to the range.

 

[EricCartmann]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Longstaff</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: simo-waldron</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

No bolt action or DI please. </div></div>

DI gas operation is probably better overall than recoil operation.


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: EricCartmann</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I don't know why we criticize the M82/M107's accuracy. 3-4 MOA is good enough for any gun, for a .50 cal semi-auto, it is more than good enough.

Every Military Rifle excluding bolt action, is 3-6 MOA with standard FMJ Military grade ammo. The M82/M107 can shoot standard FMJ, Tracer, API, AP, APIT all just fine, the only one the M82 can't shoot is the 750gr AMAX. The 750gr AMAX was not meant for the M82 (even says so on the ammo box).</div></div>

3-4 moa is not acceptable for a 10k rifle. It's hard to keep the m107 on the e-type at 1000, pretty rare past that.

Every military rifle is 3-6 minutes? <span style="font-weight: bold">I find that statement to be quite offensive.</span> If that's all the better you can shoot, then you need to get off your computer and go to the range. </div></div>

All rifles are 3-6 MOA with Surplus ammo if you are unloading a 20 round mag or more. I think you need to quit playing make believe.

 

[Sulenski]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fRed650</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If I lived in a free state I'd definitely buy one, these are something that I see being federally registered in the future or banned so I'd like my children(don't have any yet) to have one in the household. How I wish my dad would of purchased a full auto before the 1986 , don't want this to happen to me.

Does the M107A1 thing come in anything other than desert tan?


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sulenski</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Man I remember when those could be had for <span style="font-weight: bold">less than 5k new</span>............ how times have changed.

I would love to have one just to have one. </div></div>

How long ago was this? These things are closer to $12K </div></div>

The M107A1 has only been around for a couple of years but I was referring to the original set up M82 and 107 style rifles. The 82 came out the same year it was designated and the 107 has a few feature changes over the 82 models a few years down the road.

When the 82 variants where made public they could be had for under 5k new the 107s that I remember where around 5-6k. Since 2007 there haven't been much .50s availible in CA especially the 107A1. So my pricing is baised on data from 07 and older.

 

[Wulfe99]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

To the OP.... If it's worth it to YOU, then by all means, buy it. Simple as that.

Regarding its quality and accruacy... Many have said it already, and I think anyone here worth their salt will agree... The rifle you use depends on the mission's needs.

If you're putting a round or two into an engine block at long range, the M107A1 is great. Whether or not its the best rifle for the job is a matter of opinion that will change between professionals, but it certainly get the job done.

Now, I (personally) haven't had any issue with the aluminium, but I'm not entirely sold that it was a good evolution on Barrett's part. Really, being four pounds lighter isn't a huge deal for me.

As far as being an accurate rifle, (2moa, 3moa, 6moa, sub .5moa, depending on who's shooting) remember, this weapon was designed to fire 50.BMG into heavy equipment. It was not designed to make headshots at half a mile, so don't expect it to.

Ultimately, its a good weapon IMO. Whether or not it's $10k good is up to you and your cash flow.

 

[Grizzdude]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I went ahead with the Serbu BFG-50A semi auto. This thing rocks!! Just yesterday taking it long range for the first time I hit a 16" x 20" target at 1110 yards on second shot. 1st shot was just left, dialed 2 clicks and BOOM!!! nailed that sucker.

 

[mike in pa]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sulenski</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Man I remember when those could be had for less than 5k new............ how times have changed.

I would love to have one just to have one. </div></div>

I bought my 82A1 in 1992 and since a buddy of mine had a FFL I got it for the dealer cost of $5700. If you remember them cheaper then it had to be earlier than when I bought mine.

 

[culater]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

look into this cal. Price: $6,199.00




.338 Xtreme Cartridge

Based on .505 Gibbs case, strengthened and with 35° shoulder

Case capacity: 161 grains of water

Case length: 4.030

Overall cartridge length: 4.265

266-gr. lathe-turned solid copper boattail bullet, bore-riding design, 0.825 B.C.

Muzzle velocity: 3,350 f.p.s. (30” barrel)

Muzzle energy: 6,630 ft.-lbs. (30” barrel)
.338 Xtreme Tactical Ballistic Comparison
1,000
MV 1,000
ME 1,000
VEL 1,000
ENGY 1,000
DEFL 2,000
DROP 2,000
VEL 2,000
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DROP
.308 Win.
175-gr. MK 2700 2800 1226 584 99 424 806 252 457 3194
.300 Win. Mag.
208-gr. A-MAX 2800 3621 1560 1124 65 334 959 424 328 2273
.338 Lapua
250-gr. MK 2965 4880 1577 1381 68 309 889 439 363 2295
.338 XTreme
266-gr. BT 3350 6628 2211 2888 37 206 1359 1091 186 1194
.408 CT
419-gr. BT 2880 7716 1965 3592 39 271 1279 1522 191 1516
.50 BMG
750-gr. A-MAX 2700 12139 1912 6090 36 299 1307 2843 178 1610

 

[GUNENTHUSIAST]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

I have an M107A1, no question the price stung a bit, but I sleep pretty well at night knowing I have one in the safe and 1500 rounds of ammo.

If you want one and can afford it, do it!

 

[AEROMechanic]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: teal28</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Too much $$$. If it was belt fed then I could justify. </div></div>

This makes no sense as a belt-fed will cost you more to acquire and feed a steady diet.

 

[average_freak]

Re: BARRETT M107A1 is it worth it ?

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!