POF questions.

[Roneski]

So after much internal debate I think that I have my mind set on a 20" P308. Just got a couple of noob questions.

I notice that some dealers seem to have models that come with an A2 stock. However I didn't notice on POF's website any models except the ones that come with carbine stocks. Is there anything to be wary about? Or were the A2s just a limited run maybe?

If I did decide to pick up model with the carbine stock are there any functionality issues with switching to a rifle length buffer tube and PRS stock? I do already realize that it requires a ar-10 style rifle buffer and spring. I guess I'm asking if there would be any additional cycling issues.

 

[KillShot]

Re: POF questions.

If you get one with a carbine stock you have to change out the buffer, buffer tube, and buffer spring because the PRS requires a rifle length buffer, spring, and tube. If you try to use the carbine spring and buffer, you will experience cycling issues.

 

[ORD]

Re: POF questions.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KillShot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you get one with a carbine stock you have to change out the buffer, buffer tube, and buffer spring because the PRS requires a rifle length buffer, spring, and tube. If you try to use the carbine spring and buffer, you will experience cycling issues. </div></div>

This is correct. You'll need the proper tools to remove the carbine stock assembly (spanner wrench, etc.) and then you'll need a basic rifle buffer tube (they are the same for AR-15 and AR-10), and an AR-10 specific rifle buffer and spring.

I got a 20" P-308 (quite a while ago now) that came with a VLTOR EMod carbine stock. I immediately swapped out that stock for a PRS and haven't looked back. Also, I switched to one of Slash's Extra Heavy AR-10 type rifle buffers and spring setup when I made the move. At almost double the weight of the stock buffer, my rifle operates much smoother both suppressed and unsuppressed with this setup, especially with heavier loads.

 

[Roneski]

Re: POF questions.

Thanks, was going to ask about the Slash buffers next.

 

[Roneski]

Re: POF questions.

Normal heavy buffer or the anti-tilt?

 

[KillShot]

Re: POF questions.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: TyD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Normal heavy buffer or the anti-tilt?</div></div>

I use the anti-tilt and it works great!

 

[ORD]

Re: POF questions.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KillShot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use the anti-tilt and it works great! </div></div>

Well to further complicate your decision...I just use the regular AR-10 XH rifle buffer because I had an extra sitting around when I converted to the PRS. In over 2k rounds through my P-308 now, I have not seen any signs of the dreaded carrier tilt yet and don't anticipate that I will. YMMV, so if you are worried about it, then the anti-tilt isn't a bad option.

 

[KillShot]

Re: POF questions.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORD</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KillShot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use the anti-tilt and it works great! </div></div>

Well to further complicate your decision...I just use the regular AR-10 XH rifle buffer because I had an extra sitting around when I converted to the PRS. In over 2k rounds through my P-308 now, I have not seen any signs of the dreaded carrier tilt yet and don't anticipate that I will. YMMV, so if you are worried about it, then the anti-tilt isn't a bad option.</div></div>

I didn't experience carrier tilt in my first POF and haven't had any with this one but I opted for the anti-tilt buffer as a preventative measure.