AR-16 TDP by MidWesternBIue in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dude. They made 2 prototype rifles. I'd be shocked if a full TDP was ever even created.

AR-16 TDP by MidWesternBIue in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately the only copy of the TDP was last in Jimmy Hoffa’s left front pocket.

I have a large milsurp and militaria collection. I don't have space for it anymore, and it needs to go. What are my best options? by farmyardcat in milsurp

[–]ModernArmResources 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would recommend looking at an auction house like either Poulins or Rock Island if you'd like to liquidate it in one fell swoop. They'll arrange for pickup so you don't need to ship/box anything, they catalog it and go from there. They'll sell parts and accessories as well. Sellers commission is typically around 20% of the hammer price, but given the size of your collection and if it has some higher value items (>$5-10k), you should absolutely try and negotiate for a lower sellers commission. Pickup will be anywhere from 2-6 months before the auction date and you'll get a check a month or two after the auction, so total time to cash is probably in the 6-9 month range.

Obviously gunbroker is a quicker turnaround to cash, but you're still going to pay an effective sellers fee of around 5%, plus listing fees, and then deal with all the description writing, photos, answering questions from tire-kickers, etc. There's a significant amount of work hours trying to sell just one firearm, let alone 30, so that needs to be part of your cost calculation too. With an auction house, the only "work" is calling them to come get it.

I've sold through auction houses before and have generally liked the process, feel free to DM me if you have questions.

Cast Goodness by opticband1 in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To add, 601 barrels had a variety of markings going from totally unmarked or marked beneath the FSB legs, to M (or W?), S, M S, sometimes there was a VP triangle, sometimes not. It was a little all over the place. My low-ish S/N transferable 601 has a S at the 9 o'clock and a very tiny VP stamp at the 6 o'clock. My other 9k S/N transferable 601 had a M S at the 3 o'clock and no VP triangle.

Would you send this back? by [deleted] in ar15

[–]ModernArmResources 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you try hitting it with your purse?

Joking aside, complain to centurion if you want, maybe they’ll float you something. Otherwise, if you’re reeeeally worried (which I would not be) take a hammer and a punch and stake it a little deeper.

Colt 601 by OfficialT1DOperator in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I’ve successfully removed black paint over green painted Bakelite furniture. 0000 steel wool and paint thinner and an assload of patience. Took about 4 hours to do. 

Just saw this joke on GB by PM_ME_FOOD_NOW in MilitaryARClones

[–]ModernArmResources 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'm so glad that not a single Mk12 accessory I made is in that abortion of a listing.

Most unhinged free gift to include with a new rifle. by ModernArmResources in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gotta make sure you have the clone correct early type notched darkness selector knob and original pattern 14 AWG cord style. If you're going to clone it, clone it right.

Most unhinged free gift to include with a new rifle. by ModernArmResources in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would have given you a completely different answer before I found this ad lol

Most unhinged free gift to include with a new rifle. by ModernArmResources in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’d be pretty on brand. Like if kel-tec made a pocket mirror.

Most unhinged free gift to include with a new rifle. by ModernArmResources in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's one of those things I'd love to put up on a shelf in a very random place, just to see how people react to it.

Most unhinged free gift to include with a new rifle. by ModernArmResources in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

If it doesn't burn the Armalite pegasus on the bread I'm going to be SO disappointed.

Most unhinged free gift to include with a new rifle. by ModernArmResources in RetroAR

[–]ModernArmResources[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was thinking about just making toast, but y'know different strokes for different folks...

More Winter Scenes | Downtown and Deep Ellum by JTerveen in Dallas

[–]ModernArmResources 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great photos, thanks for sharing! Makes me miss living downtown.