Re: SIG Blaser Tactical 2 Overview
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">First, the name of the gun is pronounced like Blouser. Not like Blazer. When you said that my brain almost blocked the remainder of the review. If John didn't know the name of the German gun company that has been making guns for as long as they have, he perhaps was not sufficiently familiar with the weapon system to provide a professional, objective evaluation.</div></div>
If you wish to tune out the rest of the information because of one error, that is your loss. I really won't cry a tear about it.
Regarding the company's name. On two separate occasions the company Reps I have spoken with (who supplied the weapons) pronounces it with the English pronunciation. Since I mostly exist in the real world, I took it for granted that THAT was the correct pronunciation. I have heard it pronounced "blouser" before, but I figure it's a "tomate-o, tomaht-o" type thing. Regardless, what you call it has no impact on how it works. Showing how it works is the intent of the video.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Second, a professional shooter "inserts" a magazine. He does not "slap" a mag into a weapon. </div></div>
Guess that's news to me since I have been professionally shooting for a very long time now in the military and civilian sector.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Finally, a mag change in a precision environment such that this system would be deployed is rare, wouldn't you think?</div></div>
A magazine change because the shooter has expended his magazine would indeed be a very rare thing in a LE Sniper role. However it is very common for a LE Sniper to need to change the type of ammo that is loaded into the system due to the tactical problem changing. In this instance a rapid exchange is critical so that you are not left with an empty rifle when a shot is required.
In the real world you don't get to make the rules. You have to adapt and overcome.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">And because the shooter knows the top round will foul if he mis-handles inserting the mag he will be more careful unless, despite what he knows, he gets nervous, slaps the mag, fouls feeding, fumbles the shot while his spotter trys to find his ass with both hands too, in which case they might consider a different MOS, IF they make it out.</div></div>
Knowing it can happen doesn't prevent it from happening. You see some extremely skilled people screw up when you add speed and adrenaline to the mix. Again, the difference between the real world and the range.
The reality is the fault in the magazine system is unacceptable in this level of rifle. If you are willing to deal with it, then me pointing it out shouldn't ruffle your feathers.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Third, this weapon is a professional sniper system. Although an LEO sharpshooter or precision rifleman may be forced to shoot from a bench he is more likely than not going to choose a prone position of sorts.</div></div>
Where are you gathering your information from? Less that half of the callouts I have been deployed in result in a prone position. There is a ton of crap on the ground. Cars, trash, benches, boxes, etc. Not to mention it's extremely difficult to setup a prone position inside a house unless the homeowner is willing to let you redecorate his dining room.
The evaluation is of the weapon system. Not of my shooting prowess. I can assure you that prone or benched the weapon would have performed the same (because I have shot it in both modes). However shooting from the bench allows me to not have to juggle the camera as much. This is turn makes for faster video production on sometimes busy range.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Fourth, a simple push of the button would have revealed the ease of which the bolt is removed for bore cleaning or switching.
Fifth, a simple few turns of the provided allen wrench on the barrel set screw would have revealed the ease with which the weapon's barrel is removed, replaced, fired and without changing zero. Wow! That would have impressed viewers if the evaluator had objectively and professionally evaluated the weapon.</div></div>
This was not my weapon system and since it was only on loan to me before it needed to go make a sales call, I was not given the OK to tear it down. Sometimes you have to respect the wishes of the guy loaning you several thousand dollars of rifle.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey Simpson</div><div class="ubbcode-body">But at lease say BLOUSER. BLAZER is a dead-ass give away. </div></div>
Never said I was the brightest bulb on the tree. However I would be extremely happy to review your video......you did take the time to do one right?
