Aggunner
03-13-09, 22:02
I had the pleasure of getting plenty of trigger time this past weekend at an EAG 3 Day Carbine Operators Course.
I swapped the upper with a friend who bought it new and wanted a 14.5 instead of the 16. The upper had 40rds through it when I got it and after some initial problems with the VTAC tube install and a lot of help from Paul at BCM I got the thing squared away. I assembled the upper and went straight to the range to get it zerod in and have never cleaned it since I aquired it. At the class, we ran about 1200rds through the gun and the only thing I did to the upper was apply a couple drops of Larue's Machine gunners lube on the bolt and carrier at the end of the day. In between the relays, the port door was left open and plenty of fine sand and dust got in but it still ran like a champ. I never had a single FTE or FTF other than the ones we intentionally set up. Ammo used was PMC 55gr and the stuff ran.
Before I go any further I have to thank the following:
Paul at BCM for all of his help, he went way beyond what he had to do and I greatly appreciate it.
Pat and Mike with EAG, these guys are top notch and I can honestly say I had an absolute blast taking the class. It's not often you can have fun, get a good laugh, shoot shit, and learn at the same time.
Guys at Larue, Magpul, and BCM for setting us up with a bunch of goodies.
Small review on some of the stuff on the gun
VTAC rifle length tube: Despite intial problems the tube is rock solid and I was able to set up my accessories exactly where I wanted them. The tube did get a little bit warm after running quite a few NSR drills in quick succession but I was able to keep shooting without the need of gloves.
Aimpoint Mirco T1 in Larue mount: I've been an Eotech user for a couple years and just recently switched to the Aimpoints and I can honestly say that i was a step in the right direction. The simple dot was easy for me to find and had nice crisp edges. I also didn't have to worry whether or not I turned off the optic because of the long battery life.
Geissele SSA trigger: After running this trigger I'm going to have a hard time shooting a standard trigger. The break is nice and crisp and the reset is nice and positive so I can come to the reset nice and quick.
Blackhawk 2 point bungee sling: Buying a Larue VTAC sling w/ HK hooks ASAP.
Magpul Mags: I rotated through 5 mags the entire class and I didn't have a single issue with feeding even with the mags full of dirt.
Noveske dust cover: I wish the surprise didn't get worn off leaving "cock fag"
Gun Details:
BCM 16" Carbine Length upper
BCM standard bolt group
Rifle Length VTAC tube w/ top rail
Aimpoint T1 w/ Larue mount
Mega Lower, WOA LPK, Geissele SSA trigger
Magpul CTR
The gun before nice and clean:
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/vtacbcm.jpg
And after 1300rds of not cleaning
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/bcm.jpg
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/bcm2.jpg
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/bcm3.jpg
I swapped the upper with a friend who bought it new and wanted a 14.5 instead of the 16. The upper had 40rds through it when I got it and after some initial problems with the VTAC tube install and a lot of help from Paul at BCM I got the thing squared away. I assembled the upper and went straight to the range to get it zerod in and have never cleaned it since I aquired it. At the class, we ran about 1200rds through the gun and the only thing I did to the upper was apply a couple drops of Larue's Machine gunners lube on the bolt and carrier at the end of the day. In between the relays, the port door was left open and plenty of fine sand and dust got in but it still ran like a champ. I never had a single FTE or FTF other than the ones we intentionally set up. Ammo used was PMC 55gr and the stuff ran.
Before I go any further I have to thank the following:
Paul at BCM for all of his help, he went way beyond what he had to do and I greatly appreciate it.
Pat and Mike with EAG, these guys are top notch and I can honestly say I had an absolute blast taking the class. It's not often you can have fun, get a good laugh, shoot shit, and learn at the same time.
Guys at Larue, Magpul, and BCM for setting us up with a bunch of goodies.
Small review on some of the stuff on the gun
VTAC rifle length tube: Despite intial problems the tube is rock solid and I was able to set up my accessories exactly where I wanted them. The tube did get a little bit warm after running quite a few NSR drills in quick succession but I was able to keep shooting without the need of gloves.
Aimpoint Mirco T1 in Larue mount: I've been an Eotech user for a couple years and just recently switched to the Aimpoints and I can honestly say that i was a step in the right direction. The simple dot was easy for me to find and had nice crisp edges. I also didn't have to worry whether or not I turned off the optic because of the long battery life.
Geissele SSA trigger: After running this trigger I'm going to have a hard time shooting a standard trigger. The break is nice and crisp and the reset is nice and positive so I can come to the reset nice and quick.
Blackhawk 2 point bungee sling: Buying a Larue VTAC sling w/ HK hooks ASAP.
Magpul Mags: I rotated through 5 mags the entire class and I didn't have a single issue with feeding even with the mags full of dirt.
Noveske dust cover: I wish the surprise didn't get worn off leaving "cock fag"
Gun Details:
BCM 16" Carbine Length upper
BCM standard bolt group
Rifle Length VTAC tube w/ top rail
Aimpoint T1 w/ Larue mount
Mega Lower, WOA LPK, Geissele SSA trigger
Magpul CTR
The gun before nice and clean:
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/vtacbcm.jpg
And after 1300rds of not cleaning
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/bcm.jpg
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/bcm2.jpg
http://aggunner.com/pictures/firearms/ar/bcm3.jpg