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08-29-09, 13:42
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BCM Hammer Forged Barrels
Just got my shipment in of the NEW BCM HF uppers in stock and snapped some pics.
I like the laser engraved hammer on the receiver.
I will try and shoot one of these for group this weekend.
SPECS:
Cold Hammer Forged Barrel
M4 Feed Ramp Barrel Extension (USGI)
M4 Feed Ramp Flat Top Receiver
T-Marked Upper Receivers
USGI 1/7 Twist Rates
USGI 5.56 NATO Chambers
Mil-Spec 11595E - Barrel Steel (CMV)
Chrome Lined Bore and Chamber
Manganese Phosphate Barrel Finish
Mil-Spec F-Marked Forged Front Sights
USGI Government Profile Barrels
HPT (High Pressure Test) Barrels
MPI (Magnetic Particle Inspected) Barrels
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08-29-09, 17:02
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Excellent!
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08-29-09, 21:35
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Grant, I need two, see your email.
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08-29-09, 21:43
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Awesome! Can't wait to get my hands on one.
Great pics and cool watermark, Grant!
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08-30-09, 01:56
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Finally placed my order w/ G&R today! The basic BCM Upper was in my "shopping cart" for the past week while I waited for my new Visa Debit Card (had to open new account b/c of unwanted but upcoming divorce).
Just before placing the order, I decided to look around Grants site a little and found the new hammer forged barrel upper option. Swapped it out with the basic BCM upper and placed the order soon after. Here's what I ordered:
1. BCM Middy upper w/ Hammer forged barrel.
2. Daniel Defense 9" Omega.
3. BCM complete lower w/ Magpul components INCLUDING the ACS stock.
4. 3 Magpul Pmags.
5. Specter Gear Sling.
YAY!
I can't wait!
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08-30-09, 16:58
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Looks great!
Are these barrels heavier than a standard M4 profile barrel (in other words are uppers equipped with this barrel heavier than one equipped with an M$ profile barrel)?
thanks
Last edited by Ed L.; 08-30-09 at 17:08
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08-30-09, 18:39
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While most are happy, I am actually a little upset. I just got three regular BCM middies and thought I was all set, and then these come along and now I am trying to figure out how to justify it. Dang.
Someone tell me that I need to just run what I have and be happy and that being bereft of this awesome forging will be OK. Someone please!!
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08-30-09, 20:18
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Originally Posted by Fringe
While most are happy, I am actually a little upset. I just got three regular BCM middies and thought I was all set, and then these come along and now I am trying to figure out how to justify it. Dang.
Someone tell me that I need to just run what I have and be happy and that being bereft of this awesome forging will be OK. Someone please!!
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Sell them at a loss.....and if you do, let me know. 
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08-30-09, 20:33
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fringe
While most are happy, I am actually a little upset. I just got three regular BCM middies and thought I was all set, and then these come along and now I am trying to figure out how to justify it. Dang.
Someone tell me that I need to just run what I have and be happy and that being bereft of this awesome forging will be OK. Someone please!!
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Your BCM Middies will serve you just fine. Shoot them, enjoy them and don't worry about it.
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08-30-09, 22:32
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I'm looking foreward to having one of these, still waiting on the Gunfighter CHs though(and the BAD)
I'm debating whether to leave this one KISS or not....
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08-31-09, 02:23
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Interested in how these uppers will group.
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08-31-09, 10:09
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ed L.
Looks great!
Are these barrels heavier than a standard M4 profile barrel (in other words are uppers equipped with this barrel heavier than one equipped with an M$ profile barrel)?
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I think they are pretty close in weight.
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08-31-09, 11:20
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So, when can I get one in 11.5? 
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08-31-09, 16:51
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So, when can I get one in 11.5? |
I hear ya.
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08-31-09, 17:51
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Grant,
What are the advantages of a cold hammer forged barrel VS a conventional BCM middy barrel? Are they stronger overall? Does a HFB last longer or have a higher round count barrel life?
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08-31-09, 17:55
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Originally Posted by rharris2163
Grant,
What are the advantages of a cold hammer forged barrel VS a conventional BCM middy barrel? Are they stronger overall? Does a HFB last longer or have a higher round count barrel life?
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I'm hoping this link helps
http://technology.calumet.purdue.edu...20No_%207).htm
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09-01-09, 10:42
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rharris2163
Grant,
What are the advantages of a cold hammer forged barrel VS a conventional BCM middy barrel? Are they stronger overall? Does a HFB last longer or have a higher round count barrel life?
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I think you are generally going to see more longevity out of them. How much, I cannot say.
What I tend to notice is better accuracy (inline with a lot of the SS barrels on the market).
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09-01-09, 11:20
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Would love to see a spec comparison to the DD CHF barrels
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09-01-09, 11:35
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any accuracy testing yet Grant?
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09-01-09, 11:39
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Cant wait to see how these shoot!
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