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Honestly, It's probably more "doable" now than a few years ago... there just doesn't seem to be nearly as much up close "hoser" rifle stuff as there used to be... if targets are close, they're occluded or small. I still wouldn't recommend it though. I run a 2-8 Nikon on my open gun, but I take most shots with the offset-mounted Eotech. If I ever go back to "the herd" (Tac Optics), I'll break down and buy a good 1-6 or something similar.
One thing I've noticed is that if you don't need true 1 power, it sure makes good scopes cheaper!
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This is why I am curious... let me reiterate, I have a dedicated 3-gun rig with a 1-4. But I have a new build going right now and my thought was to try some more mag. I really use my 45 degree DD sights for most shots that are in the 1 to 15 yard range... after that 2x isn't bad... worst case I can always put the 2x on my blackout build if I don't like it for my second 3-gun rig
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I get that. I might stick with the 1-4. I have a brand new 3-gun upper that is in pieces right now that I need to put together. I might try the 2-7x and see if I like it... if not, it can go on my longer range SPR type rifle.
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So I have been running a 1-4 Burris mtac30 on my dedicated 3-gun rig. Ill be honest, I haven't been impressed, I know it is a cheap 1-4 so I wasn't expecting much, but it really isn't a true 1x so I have been rolling to my Dueck Defense sights for everything in the 1-15+ yard range. I have really been getting faster using this and it got me thinking that I might be well served with a 2-7x scope, I shoot 3-gun in places where we can regularly have stages with 300+ yard shots and the extra mag is nice to have. I have thought about the new Leupold 1-8x but at almost $3k its a little hard to swallow considering that's about what my rifle costs, and I'm no professional.
I have been looking at the Leupold VX-R 2-7x33 with the balistic fire dot. I like that it is 30mm, illuminated, and light weight (12.7oz) plus it seems to get favorable reviews. Also at just below the $500 mark, it seems like one of the best deals
So anyone else out there running 2-7? Id love to hear what you have to say.
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As a second opinion.......
I would definitely consider either the Nordic/Carbonarms and Criterion barrels as good to go, I personally would rethink the fluting option, not needed and just more $$$. If the look of fluting is worth it for you, then by all means, spend all the $$$ you want on it. You aren't going to save enough weight on an 18" barrel with a decent profile to justify the cost. Also, the additional machining stresses could affect the barrel's performance. YMMV
Yeah after talking to my Machinist friend last night, he said it would be a pain in the ass for only a few ounces. I am going to use a Samson Evo Rail which is very light weight, and a VLTOR Mur which is also pretty svelte. So I should be good.
We have 2 of the Loki 18" barrels, one on my DPMS 3G and one on my son's rifle that I built for him. Great barrel and very accurate. We shoot out to 500 yards in one of our monthly matches and it hits hard. I also have a friend who is one of the top shooters on the 3-gun Nation tour who is using a fluted Loki 20" barrel with great success. Hard to beat at the pice. Mine is nitride coated and my son's is SS. Shaved about 6-8 ounces off the weight. I think they weigh about 33 ounces.
gerritm
Yeah I have looked at the LWS... Maybe it deserves another look
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Thanks guys, I think I will give the Nordic a second look. I like those guys, very responsive, and they support the sport which I really like. Plus I have a couple other things from them and have been impressed. Might even look at getting it fluted to save a little weight.
here you go
Good info in there... some how missed that thread, thanks.
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Hi guys,
First off, I love this site, such a wealth of knowledge and so far seems to be a very civilized place compared to many of the other gun forums. It has unfortunately made me much less productive at work lately... Sorry if this is long winded.
So I searched around a bit but I wasn't getting the info that I was looking for, Im not one of those guy who asks a question before searching. I started with some USPSA 3 gun matches locally earlier this year and I am totally hooked. Been using a pretty simple iron sighted carbine for the Limited divsion, and a 16" mid length recce(ish) with a 1-4 for the tactical division. I have a ton of AR parts laying around and a few lowers so I figured now is as good of a time as any to build a dedicated 3-gun rig.
My question is to the guys running 18" rifle gas systems. I see the trend towards heavier profiles with fluting to save some weight. The stag 3g upper would be what I would go with if it weren't for the fact that I have everything I need to build an upper minus the barrel sitting on my workbench and they don't seem to be in stock anywhere. Plus I cant seem to find anyone who carries the Stag 3g specific barrel. I saw the Loki 18" double fluted which looked nice, hear it is easily sub MOA with the right ammo. Also looked at some white oak barrels but it looks like I can only get 18" rifle with 1/7 and I was hoping for 1/8.
Any advice as to where I should be shopping is great. I would like to keep the barrel in the $250-$400 range, stainless, fluted. If the manufacture can head space a bolt to fit as well, that would be amazing.
Thanks guys, sorry for the mini essay.
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I was one of those kids that at 4 my dad bought me a 10/22, put a youth stock on it and started teaching me fundamentals and safety By 7 my dad trusted me to safely shoot my rifle without constant supervision. I think I went on my first whitetail hunt at 8. By 10 I had about 4 guns that were "mine." There was always a healthy respect in my family. I am so thankful for all the hard work that my dad put in at a young age. It is something I will pass to my kids one day.
IWB selection conundrum : G19 kydex with leather back.....
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Crossbreed Supertuck in horsehide... super comfortable... I actually carry a Glock22 in one at 4 o'clock and barley notice it. I'm not a huge guy either, 6'0" 175, athletic and it just disappears with most clothes except real tight (ie workout, compression) stuff.