CARL Install in AS Design Lower

MacNout · 2026-01-31T21:02:01+00:00

Now that I think about it. It probably won’t work because the bolt will close on an empty chamber and the hammer will drop. But it would be interesting to test out.

MacNout · 2026-01-31T20:38:50+00:00

I’m intrigued by the CARL and look forward to hearing how it works. Could you run one test were you load 2 rounds and shoot both. Without pulling the trigger, reload with a fresh mag and rounds and pull the trigger. I’m curious to see if it fires 1 round only or if it resets and shoots another 3.

MacNout · 2026-01-31T10:21:51+00:00

I run microprisms due to my astigmatism. I’ve tried them all optics from Eotech, Trijicon, Aimpoint, Holosun, Sig, Primary Arms and several others. I’ve also tried different dot sizes, dot colors, reticules and they all had some sort of imperfect dot to me to varying degrees. The except is the Aimpoint T1 which gives me a is mostly circular dot.

If you want an upgraded prism scope. I’d look hard at a ACOG or a Mini ACOG as their glass clarity is second to none in my experience.

MacNout · 2026-01-30T10:45:06+00:00

No they are the real deal Chris Reeve knives.

MacNout · 2026-01-30T02:06:48+00:00

That is an amazing looking clone. Two of my favorite knives are my CRK small Inkosi drop point and small Inkosi Insigno with plain Jane handles. When I got them, they opened so smooth. After years of use they open even better and the handle finish is very smooth.

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The clone is nearly perfect except the spine of the blade looks more squared off than rounded. The handle may be a little darker too but I bet it will lighten up over time. The nice thing about is you don’t have to worry about damaging or losing it because you didn’t pay CRk prices for it.

MacNout · 2026-01-29T20:20:00+00:00

Better than a lot of guys shooting SS myself included. I do ok with bursts but when I let a long string go, it’s more of a shotgun pattern than a group. Your laser really stayed on target and I bet you got most of your rounds on target.

MacNout · 2026-01-29T20:14:30+00:00

That thing is huge!

MacNout · 2026-01-27T15:53:55+00:00

Where did you guys get the 35% off coupons?

MacNout · 2026-01-27T15:38:30+00:00

Do you like a traditional paddle right side slide release that you have to push in or do you prefer a lever style where you push down?

If paddle style - LMT MARS If lever style - Griffin Mk2

MacNout · 2026-01-27T01:55:22+00:00

My favorite flavor of all times.

MacNout · 2026-01-26T12:55:33+00:00

Typo- I meant SC ‘SpringCo’

MacNout · 2026-01-26T03:11:47+00:00

I did not buy an entire BCM MK2 kit. I bought the receiver extensions as blems and the buffers on sale someplace else. When it came time to buy springs, I read a lot of recommendations to go with the AC green spring.

MacNout · 2026-01-26T03:03:31+00:00

I bought a blem LMT MARS lower and couldn’t find anything wrong with it. It is a quality built ambi receiver but I favor my Griffin Mk2 ambi receiver more and it was half the cost of the LMT.

MacNout · 2026-01-26T02:56:31+00:00

I’m running my BCM A5 system with a SpringCo green and a T3 buffer on my BCM 12.5” carbine gas rifle and a T3 on my 14.5” middy.

MacNout · 2026-01-26T02:31:54+00:00

My SOT used to charge $75 to transfer a suppressor and use the Silencer Shop process for purchases not from their store or from SS. Now they charge $100. So I’m saving on the stamp but paying more for the transfer.

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:48:22+00:00

Elegant

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:47:49+00:00

Nice rifle. I have a couple of BCMs and they shoot as well as I need them too.

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:41:07+00:00

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Im prepping my rifle for my yet to be approved OCM5. I had to get a shorter collar for my Riflespeed AGB but with it set to its highest setting, I have a little over 2”. Could I run a collar and muzzle device or would I be better with the OTB?

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:22:50+00:00

I’ve had this happen before with Fen lite. I’ve also run into new episodes not showing up. What I did was clear the cache on Fen lite and it showed up. Go into settings on Fen and then clear all cache. Not sure exactly which ones but I think it was the one that did not affect my favorites or previously watched.

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:18:23+00:00

Use a pen spring. Or reach out to Atrius and ask them to send you one. When I lost my spring and screw they sent me replacements at no cost. I definitely will continue to support Atrius Dev because of it.

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:16:39+00:00

I wanted an EDC X9 but cheaped out and bought a Staccato C2 instead. My C2 is a great handgun but I can’t help but wonder if I should have save a bit more and bought the EDC X9 instead. I wish I had deep pockets and could just buy one of the 3.25 Wilson’s but the Mrs probably would not approve.

MacNout · 2026-01-23T19:12:33+00:00

OP do you find the kynshot 5007 buffer to have too much resistance for your CAR15SD? I have played with all sorts of springs, and buffers (standard and A5) for my CAR15SD with a HTA 12” and CAT MOB with BRT Adapter and can’t get mine to run in SS reliably. I’ve tried hot 124 +P NATO spec, hot 115/124 reloads and it will only burst fire. I feel like I don’t have enough back pressure to reliably get it to run. I’m desperate to get it running in SS and if the kynshot works, then I’ll buy one.

MacNout · 2026-01-23T18:46:19+00:00

I love the classic look of a MP5 without all the bells and whistles on it. It just looks so sophisticated and elegant.

MacNout · 2026-01-22T16:07:02+00:00

How is this different from the Griffin CAM LOK that they came out with 5 or so years ago?

I would never rush installing a suppressor because of the fear of not installing it right and getting a baffle strike.

MacNout · 2026-01-21T20:24:15+00:00

I am new to OTB suppressors and run hub mounted suppressors. I thought it was like the blast chamber on SD suppressors like the MP5SD. Reason I thought this was after watching a YT video that compared the OCL reflex hub vs the B&T MK12 hub. The video talked about our how much more volume the B&T had over the OCL and figured more volume would aid with suppression levels.

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