MK12 build started.

[eboggs]

Ordered a PRI MK12 Mod0 gen3 upper, and being that I live about 40 minutes away, I decided to go pick it up in person. While it won't be a 100% "correct" clone, seeing as I am using a Gen2 Viper PST 2-10 and PRI's rear BUIS (sits flush unlike the ARMS 40) allowing me to move the scope further back, it will be close enough for me.

I was hoping to pick up a Nodak A1 lower, but they advise on their website they're at about a 6-8 month backorder....So omething else will suffice for now.

Anxious to see what the Douglas 1/7 barrel can do.

 

[Steel head]

I’ve always had a soft spot for the mod 0.

 

[mheimer_45]

That is gorgeous. I’ve almost talked myself into one of these in past few months. I been pondering the 1-8 model since the heaviest I’ll shoot is a 69smk and I really like the 52eld on coyotes and prairie dogs. Keep us posted on how it shoots.

 

[deltawiskey]

Thats Bad-Ass! Ive had one of these on my list for a while...can't wait to hear how it shoots!
DW

 

[_Windrider_]

Every now and then a colt lower comes up in the PX.

 

[TheMammoth]

Every now and then a colt lower comes up in the PX.

Extra cool points for a Hydromatic lower, though haha

 

[schlaiek]

other than generally being awesome, how is the PRI CF handguard? I've always liked the look of the MK12, yet I've never built one...
is that setup heavier than something from BCM or DD with an equivalent 18" barrel?

 

[eboggs]

Extra cool points for a Hydromatic lower, though haha

Will probably be getting a Nodak or one of Brownells new A1 lowers and have it engraved.....Hydromatic would me cool. ?

 

[eboggs]

other than generally being awesome, how is the PRI CF handguard? I've always liked the look of the MK12, yet I've never built one...
is that setup heavier than something from BCM or DD with an equivalent 18" barrel?

I haven't held a DD or BCM Mk12 upper, but the CF hand guard is pretty cool. The setup isn't light, but I don't consider it unusually heavy either. With a bipod and optic its obviously heavier than my 11.5" CQB guns. Im not one to get hung up on weight though.

I personally wanted the PRI since they are the OG's of the MK12, why go with anyone else?!

Not sure if you ever watch 9-Hole Reviews on Youtube, but they did an accuracy comparison between the PRI upper and the BCM k12 upper and the BCM was more accurate for them with different types of ammo....Even so, the PRI is just cooler IMHO.

 

[longshot2000]

very nice. Mk12 is a classic.

We will have some custom Mk12 Mod0 and Mod1 uppers available shortly. We have an ex-Crane armorer who helps us with these, and they are fun. We also sell PRI uppers. Great folks. Optics as well !

I agree with @Steel head . Mod0 will always have a soft spot. Mod1 sells better, but there is just something Karman Khia like with the funky PRI design.

 

[buffalowinter]

My Mk12. Pretty much dead on clone, to include the NF 2.5-10 sniper's hide limited Edition scope. ARMS buis not shown, and reflex sight moved behind turret. A1 lower. A1 stock and grip, gasbuster charging handle, correct suppresor waiting.

 

[TheMammoth]

My Mk12. Pretty much dead on clone, to include the NF 2-10 sniper's hide limited Edition scope. ARMS buis not shown, and reflex sight moved behind turret. A1 lower. A1 stock and grip, gasbuster charging handle, correct suppresor waiting.View attachment 7037833



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I didn’t realize there was a snipers hide edition of that scope, I have the Mil-R version I got last year. What were the specs on the special edition?

 

[jb41291]

You will be impressed i had one made back in 2014 for me and paired it with black hills mk262 mod 1 ammo and it was a shooter.

 

[buffalowinter]

I didn’t realize there was a snipers hide edition of that scope, I have the Mil-R version I got last year. What were the specs on the special edition?

Don't mean to hi-jack thread, this is for those interested in buiding a mk 12 with the correct optic. I've read this was a "Sniper's Hide edition", but have no idea if that's true or not.

NIGHTFORCE NXSTM 2.5-10X24 LIMITED RELEASE - 2015
The original member of the Nightforce NXS riflescope family is making a limited debut for 2015.
In order to meet customer requests for the discontinued NXS 2.5-10 x 24 compact riflescope, Nightforce is manufacturing a limited run this fall. The NXS 2.5-10 x 24 is unique in that it has a straight body tube to the objective lens, which provides for a very compact package (9.9 inches in length).
For many years, the Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x family —proven in the hands of the U.S. military—has been renowned for performance far beyond its size. The NXS 2.5-10 x 24 was an original contract riflescope on the U.S. military Mark 12 5.56mm Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) program.
This limited run will see the NXS 2.5-10 x 24 receive modern enhancements over the original production models. Included will be an integrated Nightforce PTL™ (Power Throw Lever), allowing instant magnification changes even while wearing gloves. The elevation and windage adjustments are of the most current design, providing extremely positive click feel and easy to read numbers. Adjustment configurations are in .250 MOA (20 MOA per revolution) or .1 Mil-Radian (5 Mil-Radian per revolution) increments, with an exposed ZeroStop™ elevation and a capped windage adjustment as standard. Reticle choices include the MOAR™ and Mil-R™.
As with all of the NXS 2.5-10x models, they prove that size is no substitute for quality, providing performance that exceeds most riflescopes of any size. In addition to being extremely popular on the various AR platforms, the low mounting profile, versatile magnification range and streamlined proportions also make it ideal for a mountain or safari rifle.
These limited run Nightforce NXS™ 2.5-10 x 24 models have an MSRP of $1,950. To acquire one of these limited availability riflescopes, please contact one of the four exclusive retailers below:

Generally no longer available.

 

[TheMammoth]

Don't mean to hi-jack thread, this is for those interested in buiding a mk 12 with the correct optic. I've read this was a "Sniper's Hide edition", but have no idea if that's true or not.

NIGHTFORCE NXSTM 2.5-10X24 LIMITED RELEASE - 2015
The original member of the Nightforce NXS riflescope family is making a limited debut for 2015.
In order to meet customer requests for the discontinued NXS 2.5-10 x 24 compact riflescope, Nightforce is manufacturing a limited run this fall. The NXS 2.5-10 x 24 is unique in that it has a straight body tube to the objective lens, which provides for a very compact package (9.9 inches in length).
For many years, the Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x family —proven in the hands of the U.S. military—has been renowned for performance far beyond its size. The NXS 2.5-10 x 24 was an original contract riflescope on the U.S. military Mark 12 5.56mm Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) program.
This limited run will see the NXS 2.5-10 x 24 receive modern enhancements over the original production models. Included will be an integrated Nightforce PTL™ (Power Throw Lever), allowing instant magnification changes even while wearing gloves. The elevation and windage adjustments are of the most current design, providing extremely positive click feel and easy to read numbers. Adjustment configurations are in .250 MOA (20 MOA per revolution) or .1 Mil-Radian (5 Mil-Radian per revolution) increments, with an exposed ZeroStop™ elevation and a capped windage adjustment as standard. Reticle choices include the MOAR™ and Mil-R™.
As with all of the NXS 2.5-10x models, they prove that size is no substitute for quality, providing performance that exceeds most riflescopes of any size. In addition to being extremely popular on the various AR platforms, the low mounting profile, versatile magnification range and streamlined proportions also make it ideal for a mountain or safari rifle.
These limited run Nightforce NXS™ 2.5-10 x 24 models have an MSRP of $1,950. To acquire one of these limited availability riflescopes, please contact one of the four exclusive retailers below:

Generally no longer available.

Ok. This is the exact scope I have I just never heard it called snipers hide edition before and thought I missed out on something cool. Haha

I’ll say for anyone trying to find one don’t give up, it’s a super cool little scope.

 

[deersniper]

Are you going to get the can to go with it?

very nice. Mk12 is a classic.

We will have some custom Mk12 Mod0 and Mod1 uppers available shortly. We have an ex-Crane armorer who helps us with these, and they are fun. We also sell PRI uppers. Great folks. Optics as well !

I agree with @Steel head . Mod0 will always have a soft spot. Mod1 sells better, but there is just something Karman Khia like with the funky PRI design.

Link? Douglas barrels used?