Too bad they gave you mismatched iron sights, that Redfiled Palma will not work on that OK Webber rear base on the rifle.
Doh... at that price, not the kind of mistake you'd expect...
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Too bad they gave you mismatched iron sights, that Redfiled Palma will not work on that OK Webber rear base on the rifle.
Guys- don't get wrapped around the axle about "maintaining authenticity" on these rifles. The accoutrements on these rifles are often whatever the sniper could fabricate or obtain to improve his rifle. These are not the same as USMC smear return stocks with certificates of authenticity. They are painted however the last sniper felt like painting it or was capable of painting it.
Krylon it however you want and put whatever cheekrest you want on it and make it your own. It will be just like every authentic M-24 out there. Notice: you get an official pass on having to pay for Duracoat/CeraKote.
I agree with the general sentiment of your comment, but take exception where you said "These are not like USMC smear stocks with certificates of authenticity". I don't see how they are any different. I don't think there is any doubt as to their authenticity. The M24 return stocks would have every bit as much value and history to those that have carried them, as a USMC return stock would to a former Marine scout/sniper and just like a used MCM HTG stock, with an odd bottom metal, those that haven't may question why anyone would pay a premium price for them, when you can buy a new one for much cheaper.
That being said, If I were to get either a RM24 or USMC return stock, I would "make it my own" and shoot every chance I got. If I could swap out my new stock on my M24 clone for the battered one on my issued rifle, I would do it in a heart beat. I have oddly become a bit attached to my issued rifle. I think the guys that are able to get the rebuilt M24 from Remington are really getting a better deal than those that first bought the return stocks from McMillan and I am sure the rifles will only climb in value just as the USMC return stocks have.
Guys- don't get wrapped around the axle about "maintaining authenticity" on these rifles. The accoutrements on these rifles are often whatever the sniper could fabricate or obtain to improve his rifle. These are not the same as USMC smear return stocks with certificates of authenticity. They are painted however the last sniper felt like painting it or was capable of painting it.
Krylon it however you want and put whatever cheekrest you want on it and make it your own. It will be just like every authentic M-24 out there. Notice: you get an official pass on having to pay for Duracoat/CeraKote.
Nice looking rifle, what is the scope, is it an M3a Ultra, what is the year(first two digits of serial number)?
Too bad they gave you mismatched iron sights, that Redfiled Palma will not work on that OK Webber rear base on the rifle.
Yeah, the case is pretty huge. It's almost a two person carry, especially in narrow hallways and stairs.
I am going to buy one of these, before they are gone or go up for sale to the general public. Anything I should know before I put the $$$ out? Has anyone who bought one one here regreted spending the $$$?
No casters on the original Hardigg case?
I am going to buy one of these, before they are gone or go up for sale to the general public. Anything I should know before I put the $$$ out? Has anyone who bought one one here regreted spending the $$$?
Absolutely not!
longebow, and anybody else who received their M24R, can you post the date codes off of the barrel?
Congrats! At the same time I'm a little miffed about this. I submitted my paperwork online to Remington on 1JUL12 (while on my deployment in Afghanistan) and I still have not received mine yet! Who have you been talking to? This was supposed to be my deployment gift to myself... Never materialized... I received an email in September requesting for all of my paperwork to be placed in one email but haven't heard back since then.
longebow, and anybody else who received their M24R, can you post the date codes off of the barrel?
I just called the Remington Military number and talked to a sales representative. He did say it would take a long time (4-6 months due to availability of parts from the government) and there would be little to no contact after submitting the paperwork. I would try calling and see if they can tell you anything.
Well, I got an email saying my order has been submitted for build. I am waiting with baited breathe. Of course I will update with pics if it ever actually shows up.
Well, I got an email saying my order has been submitted for build. I am waiting with baited breathe. Of course I will update with pics if it ever actually shows up.
Mine had been repainted black over some kind of camo pattern, probably for turn in after deployment. I used some gun scrubber on the scope making sure not to get on glass. Got it all off the scope and it looks like new. I ordered late feb and got it about June 2nd. I love it.
200 yards, federal premium 155 Nosler ballistic tips.
It's the one in the front
Great thread. I really love the m24 and plan on building a clone in the future. To actually own a issue m24 would blow my mind.
All you have to do is join the military and you can own the real deal .