Originally Posted by
bigbore
Is the best the enemy of good enough? What will you use to determine what is "the best"? How many of each can be tested to find who is more consistant?
I would hope this will break down as best, good enough, and decoration.
Best - I would determine by strength, and consistancy of "spec".
I would expect the "billet" pieces to come out as the best.
Good Enough - I would think Colt, and CMT - because of consistancy to specs.
After seeing newer and "better" gear in five years of classes and staying current with the boards, I came to much the same conclusion; " Is the best the enemy of good enough?"
The kind of testing that would be required to determine the "best" would add significantly to the cost of these parts. (Imagine two identical valves, one certified for use in a nuclear power primary system and another for a drain line on a surface ship; the former costs 2 to 5 times the latter, perhaps more.)
I cannot afford perfection in this arms race. Colt lowers, even the lowly Sporter I's, with uppers made from Colt barrels, Colt upper receivers, and Colt bolt carrier groups "work pretty good". At this point, money spent on ammunition for training and practice is arguably better used.
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