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    Double post
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    Have you thought about running a noveske kx3 on your build?

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    Quote Originally Posted by ruedger455@yahoo.com View Post
    Have you thought about running a noveske kx3 on your build?
    No, I haven't really considered that option. I've read good things about the design. The only issue would be that it completely eliminates the possibility of running it suppressed because there's no way to attach a suppressor to the kx3 right? I do want to run it suppressed and I'd rather have it permanently suppressed than not at all. I'd probably just run a 14.5 pinned before I ran a kx3 honestly.

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    How old are you? We're are you going to store your weapon?
    "Real men have always needed to know what time it is so they are at the airfield on time, pumping rounds into savages at the right time, etc. Being able to see such in the dark while light weights were comfy in bed without using a light required luminous material." -Originally Posted by ramairthree

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    Just build an upper with a pinned flash hider/can mount and get a mini can to keep the OAL down, then SBR the gun she. You get to an NFA friendly state.
    As for taking a weapon overseas, you can pretty much forget it if its NFA, and the paperwork to take a firearm OCONUS is a pain. And forget it if you go to Japan or Okinawa... Not sure if Korea allows weapons now or not.

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    Quote Originally Posted by usmcvet View Post
    How old are you? We're are you going to store your weapon?
    Doesn't sound like he is much over 20, and he's married, so he will keep the weapon at his residence..

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    Yeah I wouldn't be taking this particular rifle overseas just adding in, that for legal weapons (certain ones) I think they actually can be brought overseas and kept on base.. I'll try and find out.

    The other gentleman is correct rifle will be kept in my residence not sure why that matter but anyway.

    I did have other points in my post.. Is it recommended to go with a factory built rifle (even if I only cut down the barrel to 14.5 and pinned) or should I do what I can to order the parts and build a custom AR?
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    Do you need to be 21 to be approved for NFA weapons?

    If you get an SBR it is tough to beat a factory gun. The 6933 is an excellent choice.
    "Real men have always needed to know what time it is so they are at the airfield on time, pumping rounds into savages at the right time, etc. Being able to see such in the dark while light weights were comfy in bed without using a light required luminous material." -Originally Posted by ramairthree

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    Thanks for joining the service... you'll love Fairchild. That was my first base, too.

    Quote Originally Posted by john_w View Post
    I am willing to listen so sound advice and wisdom, I just have heard more opinion than I have heard fact.
    You asked for opinions so you're getting them. Mine is that you're going about this in the most complicated way imaginable. You're getting really good advice in this thread... shoot something normal first (16 or 14.5 w/ perm'd FH, no suppressor) and worry about the master plan after you leave WA.

    Quote Originally Posted by john_w View Post
    ... and since they have laws against owning SBRs I'm going to have to work a loop whole out so I can own the rifle I want...
    A statement like this is almost always a bad idea. Simplify. You're reaching too far.

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    Quote Originally Posted by john_w View Post
    Is it recommended to go with a factory built rifle (even if I only cut down the barrel to 14.5 and pinned)... ?
    Based on what appears to be your knowledge level... yes. And that wasn't meant to be a jab, it was an honest statement. You've got a lot of great info down cold, but certain gaps in your posts make me think you're still a little "new".

    For example, you've mentioned several times about cutting down barrels. Not sure why you think this necessary because you can acquire factory barrels in just about any length to meet your reasonable desires. Specific to your question above... buy a 14.5 from BCM and have them pin their A2X flash hider before shipping. Piece of cake. I'm sure you have the knack to "build" (I don't like that term) your own custom AR, but again, you'd be complicating things for no apparent gain.

    Am I right to assume this will be your first actual AR? (Shooting your dad's doesn't count) What is the intended purpose? Chances are the SBR w/ perm'd suppressor combo is not your best starting point. I think you're right to steer back to a factory 16" option.

    Good luck.

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