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    Quote Originally Posted by decodeddiesel View Post
    Um, unless somehow my comments are being taken WAY out of context I said nothing negative about using a "reduced capability rifle" in a recreational manor.
    you didn't, but some others have. i havent been following this thread all that closely, so i ain been puttin ma****as in they place.


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    Just to be clear, I am not admonishing anyone or attempting to put any "mutha****as" in their place with my comments for owning or posting pictures of rifles that lack what most consider to be basic features of a serious rifle. My comments are geared toward those that imply that their technologically challenged weapons are superior for "real" use than those that are more appropriately attired.

    I can see the utility of a stock rilfe. I have had to teach people with A2s and A1s how to effectively use the guns in their natural state against violent opponents. No matter how much better any optic works, it was irrelevant.

    If the owner is a high-power yellow-glasses wearer, it makes sense to own (and take pride in) a traditional A2 type gun, as that is the horse that wins races in that game. While I do not particularly care for HP type events (and yes I am competative in them), some do, and that is just fine. The thing I like most about those type of competitions is when I pick up one of my "fighting" guns afterward, especially if I put on body-armor. It highlights how far we have come, and how much more efficient I am now.
    -As a side note- I have seen guys that are nothing short of phenominal with iron sights when shooting a HP type course perform even better with an ACOG on the same course of fire.

    If the owner is a collector or enthusiast of the platform, I understand the allure of a stock A1, XM177E2, or A2, to round out the "retro" collection. I would hardly admonish someone just because they choose to spend their money in that way.

    When it comes to Kalashnikov weapons I understand and embrace the idea of having a bone stock rifle for training in the event of a combat pickup, or if the individual will be working under conditions that prevent the addition of enhancements. I embrace the concept of having an AK laid out to maximize it's performance, since the platform is incredibly viable as a "fighting" gun.

    What you do with your guns is your own business, and what you like is your own personal preference, it all comes down to application. The problem is that some people simply do not have the same application or mindset as those of us that choose or are issued the AR as a fighting platform.
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    Excellent post F2S....and on point as usual.

    I have other carbines that I keep around that have white lights and optics, and those are the ones I'd go with if needed, but there is still a lot of enjoyment to be had with the more classic stuff.

    It's also a great way to introduce off duty Boy Scouts to EBR's and basic marksmanship....



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    this is the real deal

    this is my beloved pony.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Saginaw79 View Post
    This one isnt mine, its my best friends but I LOVE it

    NonConformist's 'A1 Improved'-



    posted w/ permission(and from his PC LOL)





    wow.... i love it too !!!!


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    My "KISS" rifle is also going to be my Limited Division 3gun rifle.

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    My latest...








    Ameetec lower I had laying around
    CMT/Stag LPK
    BCM M4 Stock/buffer tube
    Ikickhippies endplate
    GearSector sling
    MOE trigger guard
    A1 pistol grip
    CMMG LW 14.5"/Phantom mid-length barrel
    NIW Colt A1 upper
    Denny's Super Duty BCG

    Still waiting on my Falcon Ind. rail section and VTAC G2/mount

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    Quote Originally Posted by CaptainDooley View Post
    I've definitely got a KISS carbine (though some of the parts aren't "original gov't issue". They are the parts I bought to go on the rifle though...







    Since these pics I have added a Surefire G2 in a VTAC light mount and an IDF sling. Once I have the money I'll add an Aimpoint Comp ML2 (probably) in the proper mount... and I'd still call the rifle a KISS carbine at that point.

    I'm in the same camp as Rob_s and The_Katar... a RDS, sling, and light are just about mandatory on a fighting rifle - anything above that starts over-complicating the rifle and negating KISS status (in my book).
    Very Nice!

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    Thumbs up

    Man, that's a good lookin' carbine!
    Did you get the barrel assembly direct from cmmg?
    I didn't see it on thier website.



    Quote Originally Posted by Trumpet View Post
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    Ameetec lower I had laying around
    CMT/Stag LPK
    BCM M4 Stock/buffer tube
    Ikickhippies endplate
    GearSector sling
    MOE trigger guard
    A1 pistol grip
    CMMG LW 14.5"/Phantom mid-length barrel
    NIW Colt A1 upper
    Denny's Super Duty BCG

    Still waiting on my Falcon Ind. rail section and VTAC G2/mount

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    Thumbs up

    My next build will look exactly like this but with a sully stock.
    Well done!

    Quote Originally Posted by Saginaw79 View Post
    This one isnt mine, its my best friends but I LOVE it

    NonConformist's 'A1 Improved'-



    posted w/ permission(and from his PC LOL)

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