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Whats everyone's opinion on having an engraved dust cover?
I'm thinking of getting one that is engraved on the inside of the cover with "6.5" on the left and "GRENDEL" on the right, are these tacky or do you think it makes your AR look too busy?
I'm undecided, what do you think?
titsonritz
09-18-17, 11:53
Who gives a shit what someone else thinks it is your weapon do what you want with it.
TheMaroonNeck
09-18-17, 12:04
At least if you have multiple ars it would be easy for someone to know which was is the Grendel.
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Paint pen or a label would accomplish the same thing, neither will look like you're in the fashion/lifestyle crowd ;)
Spend that money on more ammo.
LookAtYourself
09-18-17, 13:37
i don't have any because i haven't found any with designs that suited my liking. I'd probably go for one if there was just a design that i liked.
TBH, as long as you don't have one of those ridiculous rifles that have 13 different airsoft accessories hanging off of it (we all know what those rifles look like) no one is going to care. Do what you like. That's my opinion anyway.
LookAtYourself
09-18-17, 13:40
website lagged and double tapped post.
Mine are all covered with spray paint.
Whats everyone's opinion on having an engraved dust cover?
I'm thinking of getting one that is engraved on the inside of the cover with "6.5" on the left and "GRENDEL" on the right, are these tacky or do you think it makes your AR look too busy?
I'm undecided, what do you think?
Stupid as hell...99.99% of the time...
But your description sounds like it has a purpose so, if it helps keep wrong ammo out of the gun, it's good.
"Infidel" "badass" "surprise cock-fag" punisher skulls... no.
Not even ever.
As most of my rifles were/are working guns that's the last thing I wanted. Kind of like the covers on Glocks. I was completing a build for a friend last week and came across one of the Noveske ones from way back in my tool/parts box. It's been there for years and will probably stay there.
I bought a Noveske marked dust cover once thinking it would look good with my mostly Noveske build. As soon as it arrived and I held it up to the ejection port I immediately said nope. Never had a desire for one after that.
Stupid as hell..."surprise cock-fag" ....
Not even ever.
But it makes me laugh......
On a more serious, less immature note, I think the idea has merit on 6.5, 6.8, 300 rifles.
Andy
I'm not much on slogans and such, but I do have an engraved port door cover on my .300 AAC Blackout SBR upper.
Though it's purposely built in gray where all my other AR 15's are FDE, OD green, folage green.
Gray is the color for .300 AAC Blackout, and to make double sure. It has an engraved port door cover that say.
"Caution! .300 AAC Blackout" it's extra insurance.
Its your gun and your dust cover. I want to see make "America great again" then I might indulge.
PB
Cockfag is sad. :(
https://i.imgur.com/U9udT2y.jpg
Stupid as hell...99.99% of the time...
But your description sounds like it has a purpose so, if it helps keep wrong ammo out of the gun, it's good.
"Infidel" "badass" "surprise cock-fag" punisher skulls... no.
Not even ever.
Its your gun and your dust cover. I want to see make "America great again" then I might indulge.
PB
Here you go!
https://www.deltateamtactical.com/Ejection-Port-Door--Laser-Engraved-Make-America-Great-Again-_p_5159.html
https://www.customardustcover.com/Make-Murica-Great-Again-Limited-Edition-Engraved-AR15-Ejection-Port-Dust-Cover_p_31.html
I like them, and have them on 3 of my 5 ARs:
Pennsylvania State seal - work rifle
US and Gadsden flags - home rifle
Join or Die flag - wife's rifle
I wanted to put a USMC one on my M&P10, but I'd have to remove the rail to install it, and it's just not worth it.
titsonritz
09-19-17, 10:06
I like them, and have them on 3 of my 5 ARs:
Pennsylvania State seal - work rifle
US and Gadsden flags - home rifle
Join or Die flag - wife's rifle
I wanted to put a USMC one on my M&P10, but I'd have to remove the rail to install it, and it's just not worth it.
No you don't...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=wY3eolXIlpw
RobertTheTexan
09-19-17, 13:18
A couple of years ago bought an upper that was on a really good sale and it came with a "piratey" e- port over that said, "Arrrgghh" and skull and crossed swords. That came off and it's sat in the bottom of my bin for ejection ports and at no time have I held it up to say, "Ya know this e-port cover would look good on..."
I haven't even considered it for the PIF.
Pirates are cool, but they don't belong on my weapons.
I agree with Duffy. Get some airplane model enamel paint, or some kind pen and mark it.
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No you don't...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=wY3eolXIlpw
The M&P10 is different. It doesn't work that way, the pin has no C-Clip, and doesn't go through. It only comes out from the front.
RobertTheTexan
09-19-17, 13:22
No you don't...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=wY3eolXIlpw
Is it me or does that guy have some serious short n stubby piggies?
Anytime it starts with "Snaz up your rifle.." I'll turn it off.
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titsonritz
09-19-17, 13:48
Is it me or does that guy have some serious short n stubby piggies?
Anytime it starts with "Snaz up your rifle.." I'll turn it off.
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Presentation aside, the technique is there none the less.
RobertTheTexan
09-19-17, 14:32
Presentation aside, the technique is there none the less.
No doubt, I've used this same technique myself more than a few times. Although. St c-clip is a PITA
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Cockfag is sad. :(
https://i.imgur.com/U9udT2y.jpg
Your picture illustrates a perfect point - if the cockfag you are shooting at can read your dust cover, you are in deep doo doo. Likewise, if my buddies see it and get a chuckle, that means they aren't taking care of business.
It is a dilemma.
A better method of relaying your disdain for the guy you are shooting at might be to wear a CCW Sash with 'surprize cockfag' or 'pork, the other white meat' on it.
I do like the idea of one for my 300 Blackout and 6.5 Grendel, although I know which is which.
Diamondback
09-19-17, 16:54
Not my bag unless indicating chambering or special load restrictions (like slower twists that top out at 62gr), personally; while I try to make each of my builds a piece of artwork, the art is in the function other than keeping a generally consistent "look" from stem to stern.
But to each their own; if bling is your thing have at it, just let me be me and do my thing my own way in return.
Diamondback
09-19-17, 16:56
A better method of relaying your disdain for the guy you are shooting at might be to wear a CCW Sash with 'surprize cockfag' or 'pork, the other white meat' on it.
Or a Bacon Edition Pmag, if only MagPul would MAN UP and make some rather than punk us with an April Fool's joke. :)
No doubt, I've used this same technique myself more than a few times. Although. St c-clip is a PITA
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The c-clip is a 1/8in low-clearance external crescent clip (lotta words there)
Brownell's has a handy tool: http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/rifle-tools/receiver-tools/ejection-cover-hinge-pin-clip-tool-prod59847.aspx
I have one, but somehow I don't think I paid that much.
This is the same tool, for less, but I still don't think I paid that much: https://www.amazon.com/Rotor-Clip-300-Applicator-Ring/dp/B00PB9XKM0
Here is a more inexpensive version, 3mm = 1/8 inch:
https://www.amazon.com/Duratrax-Ultimate-E-Clip-Tool-1-5mm-5mm/dp/B001TAJP9W
Or you could just do what I did until I got the nifty Rotorclip Tool - small screwdriver and dental picks to remove, tiny needle nose to install.
Cockfag is sad. :(
https://i.imgur.com/U9udT2y.jpg
...and surprised? Generally a bad combo.
TomMontana
09-20-17, 07:18
Big fan. Engraved dust covers are nice and inexpensive parts for personalization. But it's not something others would notice unless they were purposely looking for it. All my rifles have it replaced except for the two with Vltor recievers. Bent a small punch trying to get the pin out and gave up. Guess Vltor is not a fan of engraved dust covers.
Big fan. Engraved dust covers are nice and inexpensive parts for personalization. But it's not something others would notice unless they were purposely looking for it. All my rifles have it replaced except for the two with Vltor recievers. Bent a small punch trying to get the pin out and gave up. Guess Vltor is not a fan of engraved dust covers.
Great, the one I am thinking of replacing is on a Noveske marked Vltor MUR.
thegreyman
09-20-17, 07:38
First, I want to thank you for your service to our nation.
Second, as someone once said,"You have too much time on your hands."
Say your prayers. Spend time with your loved ones. Read a good book.
First, I want to thank you for your service to our nation.
Second, as someone once said,"You have too much time on your hands."
Say your prayers. Spend time with your loved ones. Read a good book.
I'm retired, my wife still works because she loves her job and the kids are out of the house. Instead of books I read the AR forums.
Mr. Goodtimes
09-20-17, 08:37
I think they're gayer than a bag of dicks.
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ColtSeavers
09-20-17, 13:32
Whats everyone's opinion on having an engraved dust cover?
I'm thinking of getting one that is engraved on the inside of the cover with "6.5" on the left and "GRENDEL" on the right, are these tacky or do you think it makes your AR look too busy?
I'm undecided, what do you think?
In your specific example, they are a great idea. I would acthally go out of thr way to get one engraved 6.5 Grendel on the outside as well for even more/quicker differentiation.
Any other reason is ego driven IMO.
Like many others here, I own many AR calibers including 5.56, 223 match (only), 6.8, 6.5 G, 300 BO, 458 and have used paint pens mark these and corresponding mags. Engraving would be fine for that application, particularly if you're having others shoot them rifles or plan on handing them down later.
Having seen a kaboom on a 5.56 that was loaded with 300 BO, I can tell you that I'm keeping my shit marked.
Like many others here, I own many AR calibers including 5.56, 223 match (only), 6.8, 6.5 G, 300 BO, 458 and have used paint pens mark these and corresponding mags. Engraving would be fine for that application, particularly if you're having others shoot them rifles or plan on handing them down later.
Having seen a kaboom on a 5.56 that was loaded with 300 BO, I can tell you that I'm keeping my shit marked.
Mags I have covered, I use black Pmags for my 5.56 rifles, smoked Lancer mags for my 300 blk and my 6.5 Grendel has the steel case AA ELander mags.
My BCM 300 blk is marked from the factory so it's easily identified. My Grendel will only have the barrel marked and that will be covered by the handguard, that's the only reason I'm debating ordering a cover with the 6.5 Grendel marking.
I have a cover with 6.5 Grendel 300 blk. It keeps me from loading the wrong magazine. I just got a 20 practical upper and will get a dust cover to identify that one too
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So, I decided to look for an engraved 6.5 Grendel Dust Cover in FDE.
So I google '6.5 Grendel FDE Dust Cover' and started scrolling down. I came across this monstrosity:
47574
Who thinks this stuff up? Better yet who buys this stuff?
My wife didn't seem to want one for her rifle, which is good because I wouldn't touch it to install it.
ColtSeavers
09-21-17, 13:23
So, I decided to look for an engraved 6.5 Grendel Dust Cover in FDE.
So I google '6.5 Grendel FDE Dust Cover' and started scrolling down. I came across this monstrosity:
47574
Who thinks this stuff up? Better yet who buys this stuff?
My wife didn't seem to want one for her rifle, which is good because I wouldn't touch it to install it.
Don't remember where I read it, but someone actually wrote the BATFE about whether the TacSac is considered a VFG for the purposes of attaching to a pistol and the response was no, so there's that I guess.
Diamondback
09-21-17, 14:17
Who thinks this stuff up? Better yet who buys this stuff?
My wife didn't seem to want one for her rifle, which is good because I wouldn't touch it to install it.
Probably the same people who make, and who buy, dick-shaped muzzle brakes and truck-nuts. Too much time and too little taste... and this from somebody who's usually "live and let live, to each their own."
47574
Who thinks this stuff up? Better yet who buys this stuff?
.
I can answer both of your questions with one word, a Grunt!
I guarantee some Infantry Specialists were sitting around trying to avoid being put on detail and said "you know what would look cool on our rifles!", and from there it took off. Now every Private in the Infantry looking at all the tacticool parts they need before deployment are buying these up to stick on each others weapons while everyone is sleeping.
I can even speak of some of the jack ass ery things I've seen and heard while being a grunt. But I could name about 50 different turds that served under me that could have very well could have came up with this idea.
LGOPP
nightchief
09-21-17, 18:46
So, I decided to look for an engraved 6.5 Grendel Dust Cover in FDE.
So I google '6.5 Grendel FDE Dust Cover' and started scrolling down. I came across this monstrosity:
47574
Who thinks this stuff up? Better yet who buys this stuff?
My wife didn't seem to want one for her rifle, which is good because I wouldn't touch it to install it.
Man, I wish I could unsee that...I think my retina is permanently scarred :stop:
LGOPP
After the demise of the best Airborne plan, a most terrifying effect occurs on the battlefield. This effect is known as the rule of the LGOPs (Little Groups of Paratroopers). This is, in its purest form, small groups of pissed-off 19 year old American paratroopers. They are well trained. They are armed to the teeth and lack serious adult supervision. They collectively remember the Commander's intent as "March to the sound of the guns and kill anyone who is not dressed like you" - or something like that. Happily they go about the day's work...
I need that on the back of my tee-shirt that says 'I'm not 63, I'm 18 with 45 years of experience'
Diamondback
09-21-17, 20:23
After the demise of the best Airborne plan, a most terrifying effect occurs on the battlefield. This effect is known as the rule of the LGOPs (Little Groups of Paratroopers). This is, in its purest form, small groups of pissed-off 19 year old American paratroopers. They are well trained. They are armed to the teeth and lack serious adult supervision. They collectively remember the Commander's intent as "March to the sound of the guns and kill anyone who is not dressed like you" - or something like that. Happily they go about the day's work...
I need that on the back of my tee-shirt that says 'I'm not 63, I'm 18 with 45 years of experience'
That is SOOOO "Quote of the Day" bait for my column next week, assuming I don't get fed up with what-once-was-RedState and quit first... Mind if I borrow it? :)
I recently purchased a Stag A-3 complete left handed upper(minus BCG & CH)with an American flag pattern on both sides of the DC. It is appears as some type of etching and for lack of the proper term appears like a B&W photo etching. I like the flag DC well enough & all but that it is not why I bought the upper.
rule of the LGOPs (Little Groups of Paratroopers).
We adopted LGOPPs (Little Groups of Pissed-off Paratroopers)
That is SOOOO "Quote of the Day" bait for my column next week, assuming I don't get fed up with what-once-was-RedState and quit first... Mind if I borrow it? :)
Not mine. Don't know who originated it.
Don't remember where I read it, but someone actually wrote the BATFE about whether the TacSac is considered a VFG for the purposes of attaching to a pistol and the response was no, so there's that I guess.
I rock one on my AR pistol, right behind my fleshlight.
CharlieDeltaJuliet
09-22-17, 10:11
As someone who engraves them, I like them..lol. Seriously, it is just up the the person. If someone wants to paint their rifle pink and put happy little unicorn stickers on it, hey, more power to them. Customization is just that. Whatever the owner wants is all that matters.
Well I got it done and installed it, here are the before and after.
Thoughts?
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4372/37459182435_d14b40937a_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Z596T2)IMG_8996 (https://flic.kr/p/Z596T2) by hd_rolling (https://www.flickr.com/photos/22585324@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4432/36646781113_1b43e8d8ec_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/XQmkgF)IMG_8997 (https://flic.kr/p/XQmkgF) by hd_rolling (https://www.flickr.com/photos/22585324@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4382/37459182265_2037b17508_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Z596Q6)IMG_8998 (https://flic.kr/p/Z596Q6) by hd_rolling (https://www.flickr.com/photos/22585324@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4442/36646781023_a89b459666_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/XQmkf8)IMG_8999 (https://flic.kr/p/XQmkf8) by hd_rolling (https://www.flickr.com/photos/22585324@N07/), on Flickr
CharlieDeltaJuliet
09-25-17, 15:26
I have to say, that looks good.
I always look at Noveske rifles and think...'If only it had one more Noveske logo on it...'
polydeuces
09-27-17, 09:42
A better method of relaying syour disdain for the guy you are shooting at might be to wear a CCW Sash with 'surprize cockfag' or 'pork, the other white meat' on it.
The ultimate must have tacticool operator approved accessory.
If it comes in hot pink i'd be in balls deep.
Just sayin.
EzGoingKev
09-27-17, 12:11
I think they are GAF with the only exception being IF you had multiple uppers configured the same having the caliber engraved on the dust cover would be acceptable.
I have seen one with an American flag that looks good. Otherwise, no, not my cup or tea.
Red paint stripe around the buttstock or handguard should get it.
Maybe I'm missing something but I never get my AR's confused with one another. :confused:
Maybe I'm missing something but I never get my AR's confused with one another. :confused:
That's what the last guy that shot a 300 blk through a 5.56 said.........
My front hand guards cover the barrel made so it is hard to see the caliber markings. Simple solution and no mistakes
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Since it was a pain in the tail installing on my Noveske Vltor Mur upper it's staying....
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4490/23661131598_b18011ead9_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/C3Ru5N)IMG_9035 (https://flic.kr/p/C3Ru5N) by hd_rolling (https://www.flickr.com/photos/22585324@N07/), on Flickr
That doesn't invalidate my statement. If you need to get an engraved dust cover because you don't know which is which, have at it--more power to ya, but don't pretend that your poll didn't focus primarily on aesthetics and group acceptance. What you said in reply has nothing to do with either.
That's what the last guy that shot a 300 blk through a 5.56 said.........
That doesn't invalidate my statement. If you need to get an engraved dust cover because you don't know which is which, have at it--more power to ya, but don't pretend that your poll didn't focus primarily on aesthetics and group acceptance. What you said in reply has nothing to do with either.
You are correct, I'll own that.
I appreciate that. :meeting:
You are correct, I'll own that.
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