dillon Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I am in the process of scoping my M1A- it sux when your eyes don't cooperate- and figure since I don't need the front sight, I can change the flash hider out. I am aware of the Troy Industries and Sure-Fire comps, but am looking for something meant more for 3 gun work. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan 45 Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I use a SJC Titan on my M1A. It works well, but it a little more obnoxious than most. Smith makes an adapter, available from www.no-kick.com that allows you to use any 5/8" .30cal comp. If you want to go w/ it, your options are limitless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic_jon Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I have a Benny Hill Rolling thunder on my AR and I like it. Powerfactor shooting has them on sale at the moment http://www.powerfactorshooting.com/product_p/thundercomp-used.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langenator Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 Battle Comp sells a kit with an adapter that allows you to retain your front sight. http://battlecomp.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6&products_id=33 Pricey, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMC Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I have a JP on mine, the big tank brake. It's no longer available from JP with the M1A front sight base but man does it work! Maybe you can find one second hand or a regular threaded one with the adaptor listed above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Sierpina Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I have a JP on mine, the big tank brake. It's no longer available from JP with the M1A front sight base but man does it work! Maybe you can find one second hand or a regular threaded one with the adaptor listed above. The tank brake isn't He Man legal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMC Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I have a JP on mine, the big tank brake. It's no longer available from JP with the M1A front sight base but man does it work! Maybe you can find one second hand or a regular threaded one with the adaptor listed above. The tank brake isn't He Man legal. Oops, did see the 3-gun reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunsen27 Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 One note about the SJC Titan comp and SE adapter route: you will need a crush or peel washer (comp does not come with one) to properly time the comp unless you intend to have a gunsmith properly time the comp for you by removing material from the back of the comp. I initially went the route of washer, but had a gunsmith properly time it for me to resolve a bullet deflection issue. Very good comp and quite happy with it both in effectiveness and aesthetics on a M1A. Just make sure all the pieces line up well with your bore axis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan 45 Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 One note about the SJC Titan comp and SE adapter route: you will need a crush or peel washer (comp does not come with one) to properly time the comp unless you intend to have a gunsmith properly time the comp for you by removing material from the back of the comp. I initially went the route of washer, but had a gunsmith properly time it for me to resolve a bullet deflection issue. Very good comp and quite happy with it both in effectiveness and aesthetics on a M1A. Just make sure all the pieces line up well with your bore axis. I used a piece of 220g sand paper to time mine. Best I can remember it only took about 240 passes. It doesn't look as good as a smith-timed piece, but after shooting it, I'm so scared of the comp I don't want to get close enough to see the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken hebert Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 http://www.deltapdesign.com/accessories-store/m14-muzzle-adapter Pat Kelley, you know, Mr Heavy Metal, Mr M1A, recommended this to me and it works like a charm. with a timed Rolling Thunder comp (no crush or peel washers) its pure sweetness. BTW, thanks Pat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Sierpina Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 (edited) I have the adapter on it's way from No Kick, that Bryan mentioned. They had them in stock, so, I'd rather spend the difference in bullets,(Sorry, Pat). As for the comp, I've made my own for a heck of a long time, so that's what will be on my M1A at the He Man Nationals. The M1A is best suited for iron sights, and that's what I'll be using. Edited December 24, 2011 by Dan Sierpina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunsen27 Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 One note about the SJC Titan comp and SE adapter route: you will need a crush or peel washer (comp does not come with one) to properly time the comp unless you intend to have a gunsmith properly time the comp for you by removing material from the back of the comp. I initially went the route of washer, but had a gunsmith properly time it for me to resolve a bullet deflection issue. Very good comp and quite happy with it both in effectiveness and aesthetics on a M1A. Just make sure all the pieces line up well with your bore axis. I used a piece of 220g sand paper to time mine. Best I can remember it only took about 240 passes. It doesn't look as good as a smith-timed piece, but after shooting it, I'm so scared of the comp I don't want to get close enough to see the difference. Mine was about 185 degrees off of being properly timed. Sandpaper was not an option. Also I inadvertently mis-spoke the material was removed from the SE adapter not the SJC brake. The threading on the adapter was much longer than the threaded section of the brake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike4045 Posted December 25, 2011 Share Posted December 25, 2011 I will be taking mine to Benny to get it installed correctly. Will also be taking my DPMS 308 by to get fitted with a better comp than the factory one. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurritoBandito Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Haven't used a 308 version of the Arredondo but if it's as good as the 223 version I'd try that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.E. Kelley Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Haven't used a 308 version of the Arredondo but if it's as good as the 223 version I'd try that. Like this? Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurritoBandito Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 Haven't used a 308 version of the Arredondo but if it's as good as the 223 version I'd try that. Like this? Nice! How's it working for you? I love my 223 version, the muzzle doesn't move Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.E. Kelley Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 Haven't used a 308 version of the Arredondo but if it's as good as the 223 version I'd try that. Like this? Nice! How's it working for you? I love my 223 version, the muzzle doesn't move Pretty darn well if I do say so myself. Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.E. Kelley Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 http://www.deltapdesign.com/accessories-store/m14-muzzle-adapter Pat Kelley, you know, Mr Heavy Metal, Mr M1A, recommended this to me and it works like a charm. with a timed Rolling Thunder comp (no crush or peel washers) its pure sweetness. BTW, thanks Pat. You sir are ever so welcome! Best of the New Year to you! Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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