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    I was a little concerned over the proprietary bolt initially, and although not optimal, a standard bolt would work in a pinch. Overall, I think the pros far outweigh the cons here. If I had a reason to doubt the durability of the proprietary mechanisms I'd be swayed to consider another option as well. However, the E3 bolt is meant to be an evolution of a proven concept. The way I look at it, if concerned over a potential bolt breakage, why not invest in a system that has so far proven to be very reliable, proprietary or otherwise? Though the jury may still be out, there aren't any known reliability issues with the E3 as far as I'm tracking. Just do it!
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    Quote Originally Posted by AnCapMan View Post
    I have been back and forth a dozen times on this rifle.

    I don't mind the price. I carry a Les Baer while in CONUS.... (Obviously disarmed the other half of my life while in the PRC)

    I just have an issue with the proprietary bolt and chamber lugs...

    I am sure the E3 is a better design - but I already have 3 BCM bolts and 2 spare BCM Bolt Carriers. Having to then adapt and have a different bolt for 1 particular rifle... Well it just gives me the what ifs too much.

    What am I gaining over my current 6920 setup - Obviously the best rifle in an AR pattern available - but again with the above caveat.

    But here I am looking at the one on AIM and hovering my trackpad over "checkout".... been here before and cant make the click.
    Just do it. You know you want it.

    I have a 6920 as well but snagged one of these a couple weeks ago. I was fortunate to be looking at the right time to get it for a couple hundred less than AIM has them for right now. It was pure luck and just sitting on Gunbroker of all places.

    I love my 6920 but this rifle is the real deal.

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    It seems one of the things that plagues some of us is the overthinking when deciding whether to buy a particular rifle.

    When I bought my first SR15 (which happened to be my first DI AR15), I was poring over ever post about it on here on M4C (I always take advice and use the Search function). What finally sold me was the overwhelming positive recommendations from a large swatch of the membership, from current soldiers, to former soldiers, contractors, and of course, recreational shooters.

    I hope you pick one up.

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    I think a lot of people worry about worst case scenarios too much. There are many benefits to the kac system that, in my opinion, far outweigh the very remote chance of bolt breakage. As mentioned before, you can use a standard bolt if you have to, but really, just buy a second E3 bolt and you're set for life and most likely the lives of whoever gets the gun when you're gone.

    I think the SR15 has too many great features to pass over because a few of the parts aren't standard.


    Quote Originally Posted by AnCapMan View Post
    I have been back and forth a dozen times on this rifle.

    I don't mind the price. I carry a Les Baer while in CONUS.... (Obviously disarmed the other half of my life while in the PRC)

    I just have an issue with the proprietary bolt and chamber lugs...

    I am sure the E3 is a better design - but I already have 3 BCM bolts and 2 spare BCM Bolt Carriers. Having to then adapt and have a different bolt for 1 particular rifle... Well it just gives me the what ifs too much.

    What am I gaining over my current 6920 setup - Obviously the best rifle in an AR pattern available - but again with the above caveat.

    But here I am looking at the one on AIM and hovering my trackpad over "checkout".... been here before and cant make the click.

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    I have owned numerous rifles, uppers and lowers in the AR platform. Too many to even try to count. Having said that, of all the ones I wish I hadn't sold, the SR15 is the one. I plan to own another one at some point.

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    Quote Originally Posted by brianc142 View Post
    I have owned numerous rifles, uppers and lowers in the AR platform. Too many to even try to count. Having said that, of all the ones I wish I hadn't sold, the SR15 is the one. I plan to own another one at some point.
    Same, Its the pinancle of the AR15 system.

    And I have yet to even hear of a E3 bolt breaking. I'm sure one had to somewhere, but I would worry about a bent buffer tube or broken gas system before A bolt related failure.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Boba Fett v2 View Post
    I was a little concerned over the proprietary bolt initially, and although not optimal, a standard bolt would work in a pinch. Overall, I think the pros far outweigh the cons here. If I had a reason to doubt the durability of the proprietary mechanisms I'd be swayed to consider another option as well. However, the E3 bolt is meant to be an evolution of a proven concept. The way I look at it, if concerned over a potential bolt breakage, why not invest in a system that has so far proven to be very reliable, proprietary or otherwise? Though the jury may still be out, there aren't any known reliability issues with the E3 as far as I'm tracking. Just do it!
    The E3 bolt is what attracts me to the SR-15. That said, I wonder if the LMT enhanced bolt may be just as good of an option at less than 1/2 the cost. Bolt life is supposed to be significantly enhanced (20,000+ rounds) and it will run in a standard AR-15. I'm thinking about throwing one in my DDM4. Kinda makes me give the SR-15 second thoughts, just thinking out loud...

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    I stopped in a local shop today that had an SR-15 in stock for $1999. It was almost sickening that I can't afford that right now. I'm gonna have to look around here and see what I can put up for sale.....
    Steve

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    I had enough time to get out and shoot my SR-15 today.

    Set up to do a 25m zero and the rifle was dead on. Didn't have to change anything. Dunno if that is common or not but surprised me.

    The rifle is an absolute pleasure to shoot. My friends were drooling all over it.

    If anyone is on the fence jump over and buy it.

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    Gun Gallery in Jacksonville, FL has the Mod 1 for $2000. Give Neil a call and he will hook you up. This is where I bought mine from several years ago.

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