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Thread: A5....maybe?

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    If you compare operation of a properly ported, weighted and sprung A5 to that of the same carbine type, some things can be noticed. The width of the band of preferred operation can be wider with an A5.
    So what does that mean? For many reasons it is a more forgiving system. The result is that when properly done, an A5 can operate well in the areas that may not be so well with a carbine type action system when both are properly done. The extra flexibility it can provide may make the difference if the system functions or not.

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    OP,

    As you can see. There are NUMEROUS threads on the A5. As Tom12.7 mentions above. It allows for a wider range of function when applied correctly which is a point that seems to be lost on the poo-pooers.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Iraqgunz View Post
    OP,

    As you can see. There are NUMEROUS threads on the A5. As Tom12.7 mentions above. It allows for a wider range of function when applied correctly which is a point that seems to be lost on the poo-pooers.
    Understood. I am not trying to not join the ranks of so called "poo-pooers" by creating those types of threads. I actually did read through those threads(did a search) before posting and while it is possible I could of missed it, I did not find the the exact info I was looking for hence why I asked my question in a new thread.

    Mods, lock this thread then.

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    To the OP, I wasn't turned off by the post. The A5 or rifle like action system is easier on parts, it may not "feel" softer depending on things. The system with the A5 or rifle like action would be preferable in a wider operational span of use.
    If looked at graphically, the carbine type action system could be considered a "U" shaped curve in operation. The same can be seen with a rifle like action system. If the two graphs are superimposed, you can notice pretty quick that the rifle like system is wider in function. There are other benefits of the system that may not be immediately clear to the operator, but they are there.

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    Quote Originally Posted by tom12.7 View Post
    Give me a good argument as to why a properly weighted and sprung A5 type system would not be prefered in terms of function over a carbine type action system for an application?
    If you have a properly installed carbine system, you can achieve most of the benefits with a properly weighted buffer and not incur the added expense. If the OP is SAVING money to AFFORD the lower then perhaps the hundred bucks for the A5 system would be better put towards other ventures.

    Unlimited funds and the story changes, but that's a different thread.

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    What is that $100 dollars?
    In the scope of things, a base gun may cost $1000. Adding accessories adds another $1000. Ammunition and training adds another $5000+.
    Where would you use that $100?

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    No one called you a poo-pooer.

    Quote Originally Posted by praythenspray View Post
    Understood. I am not trying to not join the ranks of so called "poo-pooers" by creating those types of threads. I actually did read through those threads(did a search) before posting and while it is possible I could of missed it, I did not find the the exact info I was looking for hence why I asked my question in a new thread.

    Mods, lock this thread then.



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    Not sure how you got to that conclusion but it's not really correct. If one wants a lower that will work with a broad range of uppers (some people actually have a few different uppers for one lower) then the A5 is the best option.

    Quote Originally Posted by _Stormin_ View Post
    If you have a properly installed carbine system, you can achieve most of the benefits with a properly weighted buffer and not incur the added expense. If the OP is SAVING money to AFFORD the lower then perhaps the hundred bucks for the A5 system would be better put towards other ventures.

    Unlimited funds and the story changes, but that's a different thread.



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    Quote Originally Posted by samuse View Post
    I can tell from experience that an A5 is not going to do much, if anything to a 16" DD mid. They're gassed pretty generously, but nothing crazy that's going to cause malfunctions or anything.

    I like the A5 system, and think it really is a better mousetrap, but after using the A5 for the past five years, along with proper carbine setups, on properly gassed barrels, I don't think it really offers any tangible benefit to my uppers.
    They use a 0.073" gas port. I find the a5 improves the weapon, imo. Just runs smoother.

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