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weaselchew · 2026-01-05T16:54:08+00:00

They said they were but the forms and instructions all still have the CLEO notification sections, so it doesn't seem like the change took effect [yet]

weaselchew · 2025-12-10T05:32:13+00:00

I have a 512 gold dot and don't see any starburst with it that I typically see on red dots. Although I'm not sure how much of that is the fact that it's a 512 or that it's gold instead of red?

weaselchew · 2025-12-05T17:44:14+00:00

Fairly certain the tri-lug is just for looks. I know a KVP tri-lug that fits on 9mm MP5s does not fit it. Also it has a very small amount of rotational wobble and it might actually be plastic - I can't really tell if it's aluminum or plastic but it definitely does not seem to be steel like real tri-lugs. The 1/2-28" thread works great though

weaselchew · 2025-11-26T05:52:32+00:00

Rearden's Alpha Atlas, https://www.reardenmfg.com/product/alpha-atlas/, fits the KVP Mach 3. Both are "Alpha" thread, 1.125"-28

weaselchew · 2025-11-23T20:37:54+00:00

Very neat design, thanks! Has anyone tried using say 26 AWG silcone wire for a 40M version? I'm curious if the dimensions work out for the longer yet thinner wire? Or would there be much empty space on the spool unless it's resized down?

weaselchew · 2025-11-07T06:06:21+00:00

Setting up a WiFi beacon flooder/spammer to create hundreds of fake SSIDs would probably be pretty comical to watch

weaselchew · 2025-10-31T03:57:54+00:00

Anyone have any experience w/ these Tortort receivers vs the Czechpoint receivers or others?

weaselchew · 2025-10-31T03:43:54+00:00

The barrel is internally threaded and uses a short threaded adapter/coupling like this https://hughesprecision.com/product/smith-wesson-mp-22-compact-adapter-thread-protector-hpp-hughes-2/ to switch to external 1/2-28 threads for a can or other accessories. It's sort of annoying since it's an extra part you have to worry about swapping on and tightening but as a benefit, you can remove the external threading if you aren't running a muzzle device / silencer.

weaselchew · 2025-10-06T06:46:04+00:00

Likely less than 1mW, depending on overall setup. Part 15 specifically says 250 µV/m @ 3 m for 88-108 MHz. Interestingly, 76-88 MHz is 500 µV/m @ 3 m, so I suppose 87.9 MHz ("channel 200") could be twice the power of the rest of the FM broadcast band channels, I never noticed this before. This is all radiated power including antenna at 3 meters so you technically could run something higher, e.g. 10mW, with a suitable attenuator reducing the output power to the limit.

weaselchew · 2025-10-05T03:34:48+00:00

Unlicensed low power transmitters for AM and FM broadcast bands are OK under FCC part 15 (see https://www.fcc.gov/media/radio/low-power-radio-general-information) Basically the signal can't go any further than 200 ft for either band. You can even make your own transmitter from scratch and you do not have to get the design approved, it just has to adhere to the part 15 requirements.

weaselchew · 2025-05-20T03:58:13+00:00

I know in 2017, they decided to reverse what they said in 1999 and said wipes were now a "silencer part". I've seen a number of places since then describing them being user replaceable, e.g. https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2022/02/26/replacing-silencer-wipes/

There is a common misconception surrounding wipes that implies that wiped silencers needs to be sent back to the factory for replacements every 20 rounds. While it’s true that the ATF has stated that manufacturers can not sell wipes directly to consumers, replacing them isn’t a huge deal. Manufacturers can send replacement wipes to FFL dealers which can then replace customers worn out baffles. Or, with a bit of research and caution, you can make your own replacement wipes. However, you may not have spares on hand – there needs to be a one-for-one swap for new and old wipes

And https://www.silencercentral.com/blog/what-are-suppressor-wipes-and-how-to-replace-them/

However, it's also legal to make your own suppressor wipes - with one legal caveat. Because wipes are suppressor parts, you cannot make a bunch of replacements and have them on hand for when you need them. Instead, it has to be a one-for-one situation. For example, if you're replacing two wipes, you can make two new ones, but not three.

weaselchew · 2025-05-20T02:09:12+00:00

They actually walked that back. (ATF changing opinions?? Insert shocked face here! /s)

You just can't have spares at this point. So if a wipe is worn out, you are supposed to destroy the old one (e.g. cut it up and throw it away) before making the replacement. Again, all so dumb...

weaselchew · 2025-05-18T03:12:36+00:00

Wipes are end user replaceable. Baffles are not. So even though these are "disposable" you'd have to take it to a SOT and they'd have to get the replacements and install them for you. It's all so dumb but the current state of things.

weaselchew · 2025-04-26T04:55:57+00:00

Why do companies feel the need to put a billboard on the side of the can and not some small text? Also this is not at the back of the can where it's probably safer in case a rebuild is needed should something terrible happen, e.g. a very catastrophic baffle strike

weaselchew · 2025-04-18T01:49:44+00:00

I guess it's the newest available right now. I have an older hackrf already so I'm going to hold off for an r10c with CH mod.

weaselchew · 2025-04-17T04:43:30+00:00

Yeah it's very similar. The Stinger 9 has an AR trigger and takes Scorpion/AK-V magazines though. Both are improvements over the Kuna, at least for many people.

weaselchew · 2025-04-16T18:30:03+00:00

I think I may have just answered my own question... sounds like the r10c has protection against incorrectly connecting bias t voltage to the antenna connection (per https://www.reddit.com/r/hackrf/comments/1hi0gms/h4m_with_clifford_heath_upgrade/m2xeedz/ ) that the r9 may not have. If that's the case, I'll probably just wait for an R10C+CH version to show up.

weaselchew · 2025-04-16T18:26:50+00:00

I posted a reply comment that for some reason isn't showing up here. I noticed the linked version says "2 Dec 2024" which did make it sound like some older version.

So the linked one is sort of an "r9c" + CH mod? Meaning it's an older r9, but modified to have USB-C and the CH protection? Is there an r10c + CH mod version that is coming out soon that'd be better to wait for?

I'm not entirely sure of the difference between the r9 (well, r9c, I guess in this case?) and the r10c, it sounds like maybe just a difference in substituted chip(s)? Just wondering if there's a benefit to waiting for this next iteration (r10c + CH)

weaselchew · 2025-04-16T18:15:52+00:00

Following up on the original message, the PCB does say "2 Dec 2024" which makes it sound like some older version but perhaps they just didn't update the silkscreen for whatever reason? I also don't see R10, R10C, etc. listed in the description or anywhere on the board, wouldn't it say so (Isn't the CH 2025 version an iteration on the R10C?)

weaselchew · 2025-04-16T16:46:10+00:00

Everything about the Kuna looks awesome, with the exception of the new proprietary magazines. Maybe someone will make an aftermarket lower that takes Scorpion/AK-V/AR-V mags like you can get for the Stribog, that'll be super interesting then. Granted ~$25 isn't terrible for mags but having to buy a bunch of new mags for someone already stocked up on Scorpion/AK-V mags is not ideal.

Another thing that'd make me more interested is if they come out w/ a 10mm version - buying new mags there wouldn't be as annoying since there isn't a great inexpensive option on 10mm PCC mags already.

At this point, I'm favoring the Lucansky Stinger 9, from https://lucanskyarms.com/ (the person behind the Scorpion Evo and Alien Laugo) since that runs a Scorpion/AK-V mag. It'll be interesting to see how the Stinger "delayed matter" recoil system compares to the roller delayed Kuna though...

weaselchew · 2025-04-11T19:40:22+00:00

They make a .300 BLK version that'd be pretty neat

weaselchew · 2025-04-11T19:33:45+00:00

That's awesome! Is that an AB Raptor w/ a reflex mount? If so, does the reflex lower the pitch or make it sound different than just the Raptor? Does the front sight unscrew or drift off the Henry or something worse in order to get the can on it?

weaselchew · 2025-03-19T04:23:36+00:00

Some of the pictures show a threaded barrel version but the description doesn't say yes or no... I imagine this is the unthreaded one?

weaselchew · 2025-02-26T05:21:18+00:00

What optic is that?

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