by Donald Sullivan | Aug 23, 2016 | F&D Defense |
F&D Defense FD308 Quick Specs:
- 308 Winchester, match chambered; 5/8″-24 muzzle threads
- 416 stainless Bartlein 5R cut-rifled barrel
- Sub 1 MOA guarantee, Sub 3/8 MOA capable
- 18″ & 22″ barrel length configurations; 1:10 twist; lapped & polished bore
- Exclusive precision action components
- Patent pending high-efficiency gas-piston system
- Non-reciprocating side charging handle
- Matched Lower, Upper, Rail, Bolt and Extension
- Geissele SSAe and High-Speed National Match Trigger options
- Magpul 20 round Pmag magazine
- See the Design & Technical pages for additional info
- Lifetime Warranty
- FD308-18″ Price: $3395
- FD308-22″ Price: $3495
Factory-Load Range Report:
Independent Range Reporting done at Poco Loco Ranch, Boerne, Texas, 14Jan2012:
- Model: FD308-17
- Distance: 100yds
- Setup: front bipod, rear bead-bag
- Wind: calm-5 mph
- Best Grouping Ammo: Black Hills 175gr BTHP Win Match, Factory New
- Best Group: .175 MOA
- Avg. Group: .443 MOA (testing various ammo makes & types)
Special thanks to Don Hardy and group!
Note: While F&D personnel regularly shoot sub-half MOA groups during testing and evaluation of production rifles, F&D only posts on this website pictures of groupings and test targets from independent sources.
Detailed Specs:
Upper & Lower Receivers
- F&D Receivers are manufactured to the most specific set of tolerances in the defense industry; F&D utilizes tolerance stack-up engineering software and advanced inspection systems. F&D maintains pride in stating that it unequivocally manufactures the finest auto-loading rifle components in the world.
Material
- F&D’s custom-supplied, hand-forged 7075-T652 is the highest strength aluminum alloy available; up to 20% increased tensile strength from non-forged 7075-T6. Receivers are match pinned for a perfect fit, not too tight or too loose.
Coating
- Hardcoat Anodized IAW: MIL-A-8625, Type III Class 2
Operation
- Flawlessly feeds from Magpul P20 magazines
- 20 MOA tilt on top rail adds scope range
- Side charging handle, non-reciprocating
Barrel
- 308 Winchester Match chambered, 5R cut rifled by Bartlien Barrels
- 1:10 twist; 5/8″-24 threads
- 18″ length: effective range up to 800 yards
- 22″ length: effective range up to 1000 yards
- Sub-MOA accuracy
- 416 Stainless, more uniform grain and density than mass-produced hammer-forged 4140 & 4150 alloy steels
- Heat treated, lapped, and polished bore
Assembly
- F&D’s rail system eliminates the barrel nut, allowing simplified and consistent barrel removal and reinstallation, while providing an extremely rigid connection to the upper receiver. F&D’s exclusive bolt-on interface maintains much higher rigidity than barrel-nut designs, and consolidates the absolute lowest and most compact rail-height available compared to any piston or direct impingement rifle system. This proprietary interface exerts 8200 lbs of axial force against the upper receiver, compared to 6700 lbs with standard barrel nuts utilized on most other AR-10 style rifles. Radial-clamping “quick-change” barrel systems exert little to no axial force against the upper receiver and reduces accuracy consistency. Axial barrel retaining force is one of the most significant structural contributors to accuracy and consistency on AR platform rifles.
Components
- Geissele Trigger models: SSAe, Match, DMR, & Service
- Ambidextrous safety selector
- Magpul UBR stock on 18″
- Magpul PRS stock on 22″
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by Donald Sullivan | Aug 19, 2016 | DPMS GII, Small Frame 308 |
DPMS Catalog 2016
View and download the DPMS 2016 Catalog Below
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When we founded DPMS Panther Arms three decades ago, our primary mission was to provide precision M-16, M-14 and M203 parts to the U.S. Army. And deliver we did, helping convert their standard-issue rifles into high-performance machines. Since then, our legacy of fearless innovation and limitless customization has continued to grow. Today, we’re the second-largest manufacturer of AR rifles, and proud recipients of five prestigious NRA Golden Bullseye Awards—more than any other MSR brand.
But we’re not stopping there.Above all others, DPMS stands for performance, accuracy and reliability—the result of three decades of never, ever being satisfied with “good enough.” That same spirit of aggressive advancement lead us to create the GII, the bold new standard of MSR, and the forerunner of next-generation AR design.
We’ve come a long way since 1986, and have transformed the industry with every stride forward.
The good news is: We’re just getting started.
The DPMS GII is the collective culmination of decades of experience in the shop, on the range, or in the field, chasing everything from wild game and titles to our nation’s enemies. The GII is all about taking a great product with a great history, and applying the best R&D methods to improve it. Making it simply the most advanced, most versatile and reliable AR platform you can buy. Some other manufacturers are content with imitating, and might have stopped with a new forged receiver. But for us, that was just the beginning. We didn’t just
reconfigure another AR. We didn’t just slap together a few aftermarket components or grow an existing rifle to a larger cartridge. We have fundamentally redefined the way the AR works.
by Donald Sullivan | Aug 19, 2016 | DRD Tactical |
DRD Paratus P762 Gen-2
DRD Paratus P762 Gen-2
DRD Paratus P762 Gen-2
DRD Paratus Description
DRD Paratus P762 Gen-2 is a patented quick take down Semi-Automatic Rifle chambered in 7.62 Nato. The rifle can be assembled in less than 60 seconds without the use of any tools. It was originally developed for the Clandestine Break Down Sniper Rifle (CSR) project listed by Joint and Special Operations Program. It is the most compact auto loading rifle in the world, with features like folding Magpul adjustable stock. The patented recoil system eliminates standard buffer tube/recoil system which allows the rifle to be fired with the stock folded. Rifle comes with Hard case with high density custom cut foam.
DRD Paratus P762 Broken Down
CALIBER: 7.62 x 51mm NATO
WEIGHT: 9.2 lbs
BARREL: Hammer Forged, Chrome lined, 16” or 18″ with 1 in 12 twist
MAGAZINE CAPACITY: 20 Rounds (Comes with 2 Magpul P-mags)
BUTTSTOCK/GRIPS: Magpul, Adjustable Folding Stock and Grips
SAFETY SELECTOR: AR15 type
TRIGGER: Match 2-Stage
OPTIC MOUNTING RAIL: MIL-STD 1913
OPERATION: Direct Gas operated Semi-Automatic
FINISH: Hard Coat Anodize Black (Also available in Battle Worn $6200)
DRD Tactical’s specializes in Patented Quick Take Down Rifles that are designed for compact portability and discreet carry. Providing you the power you need, without the need for traditional long gun cases.
by Donald Sullivan | May 26, 2016 | Lower Parts Kits, LMT |
LMT 308AR LOWER PARTS KIT
LMT 308AR LOWER PARTS KIT 308lpk
LMT 308AR LOWER PARTS KIT with TWO STAGE TRIGGER 308LPK – LMT (LEWIS MACHINE TOOL) 308AR LOWER PARTS KIT 308lpk with Two Stage Trigger. Maybe the most expensive .308 lower parts kit to date. At the time of writing this we have zero hands on experience with this 308AR LOWER PARTS KIT. Any feedback from users would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Details
.308 Lower Parts Kit includes:
- Takedown Detent.
- Takedown Detent Spring.
- Takedown Pin.
- Fire Control Detent.
- Buffer Retainer.
- Semi-Auto Ambidextrous Selector Assembly.
- Bolt Catch Spring.
- Magazine Catch.
- Magazine Catch Button.
- Magazine Catch Spring.
- Bolt Catch Plunger.
- Bolt Catch Retaining Pin.
- Bolt Catch.
- Bolt Catch Roll Pin.
- Receiver Pivot Pin.
- Ambidextrous Mag Release.
- Trigger Guard Roll Pin.
- Trigger Guard Assembly.
- 2 Stage Trigger/Hammer Assembly.
by Donald Sullivan | May 11, 2016 | DoubleStar |
DoubleStar DSC STAR10-B
DoubleStar DSC STAR10-B 308AR merges supreme accuracy, unfailing reliablity and blazing-fast operation. Destined to rule the range, match and hunting field, the STAR10-B™ elevates the power and precision of the AR-10 platform to a new level. Featuring a billet upper and lower receiver, ACE™ Hammer™ stock and Bullseye™ muzzle brake, this beast is a real heavy hitter.
Caliber: .308
Operating System: Direct Gas Impingement
Modes of Fire: Semi-Automatic
OAL: 41”
Weight: 9.8 lbs. (Unloaded)
Barrel Length: 18”
Barrel Type: WAG (Wilson Air Gauged)
Twist Rate: 1:11.25
Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
Other Barrel Features: Fluted, Free Floating
Sight/Gas Block: Low Profile Gas Block
Muzzle Device: Bullseye™ Muzzle Brake
Handguard: Samson Evolution (15”)
Upper Receiver Type: Flattop
Upper Receiver Material: 7075 T6 Billet
Upper Receiver Coating: Anodized to Mil-Spec
Other Upper Receiver Features: Brass Deflector & Dust Cover
Lower Receiver Material: 7075 T6 Billet
Lower Receiver Coating: Anodized to Mil-Spec
Other Lower Receiver Features: Integrated Trigger Guard,
Enhanced Magwell
Buttstock: ACE™ Hammer™ Stock
Pistol Grip: Hogue®
Other Features: BCMGUNFIGHTER™ Charging Handle w/MOD4 latch, CMC 3.5 lbs. Flat Trigger
DoubleStar DSC STAR10-B
Brownells Magpul 25 Round 308 PMAGS
by Donald Sullivan | Apr 26, 2016 | Armalite |
Armalite AR-10 A-Series SuperSASS Carbine A10SCBF
Armalite AR-10 A-Series SuperSASS Carbine A10SCBF – The AR-10A family of Armalite rifles is functionally identical to our AR-10B family. Operation, controls, and maintenance are the same however, the AR-10A family is designed to accept early Armalite AR-10 “Waffle” magazines and other magazines copied from them. The AR-10B family still accepts our proprietary steel magazines. Neither family of rifles will function correctly with the other alternate magazine. Translation. This Armalite AR-10 can use 308 PMAGS.
Like its rifle-length brother, the AR-10A SuperSASS Carbine accepts third party polymer magazines. It is a lighter weight, versatile and supremely accurate firearm perfect in law enforcement and military support roles. Used in its suppressed mode, the SASS Carbine can help facilitate communication between team members.
The SuperSASS Carbine’s lighter weight and suppressed mode capability also make it an excellent choice in the brush as a hog hunter.
Caliber – 7.62x51mm / .308
Barrel -16″ triple-lapped, ceramic coated, stainless steel match, threaded 5/8×24 Mid-length gas system
Rifling Twist – 1:10 RH
Muzzle Device – Flash suppressor
Front Sight Base – Quad rail MIL-STD 1913 rail handguard
AR-10 Handguard – Armalite free-float rail system
AR-10 Upper Receiver – Forged flat-top with MIL-STD 1913 rail and laser engraved rail numbering, 7075-T6 aluminum
AR-10 Lower Receiver – 7075-T6 aluminum (forged)
AR-10 Trigger – Precision two-stage (stage 1: 2.5 lbs.; stage 2: 4.5-5 lbs.)
AR-10 Charging Handle – Gas buster
Finish – Anodized aluminum upper / lower receiver, manganese phosphated steel barrel
Overall Length – 35.7″ (collapsed); 39.0″ (extended)
Included – One 20-round Magpul Pmag, owner’s manual
Warranty – Limited lifetime warranty
Armalite AR-10 A-Series SuperSASS Carbine A10SCBF
Brownells Magpul 25 Round 308 PMAGS
