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  1. #121
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    I've been running a Rainier-flavored 12.3" Evo for a bit over a year now on my general purpose carbine turned quasi-recce. It's as solid as anything else I've ever handled. Easy install, sturdy lockup, and a nice price point are all working in its favor.

    The Evo-EX model certainly has my attention for a 20" project.
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    Just ordered the 9ex for my 14.5 mid.
    Anyone know if the MI Gen2 SS panels will work for the Samson?

    https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com...ategory_id=450

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    I was looking for a 12.37" Evo (or any Evo 12" or greater) but found a used 15" for a great deal. After I pulled the trigger I realized it was going a 14.5" upper with a perm'd comp. This 14.5" actually measures at 14.8" and I am hoping I don't blow it up like that one guy did with a Fortis.

    It should be here in a few days. Pics to follow, and if it looks close I am not going to shoot it. Maybe look to trade with one of you guys looking for more real estate.

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    Samson Evo 15 rail, Rainier Match 14.5" mid-length, Rainier XTC Comp perm'd <- the reason I am sticking with a stock barrel nut.

    Almost made it...

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    I don't plan to shoot it as is. This Evo locks up much nicer than the Troy Alpha 11 that I sold off.

    I could probably hog out 2 cuts and run it, the overlap is not too bad. Plan for this rifle is a mini-spr I suppose. I have never owned a bipod or scope greater than 3x and at some point this will get both.

    Look out for a WTT ad, I will most likely trade this straight up for a Evo 12 or 12.37.

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    That's a lotta rail. I'd just modify it a tad.

    Mine came today. Headed to ATEi on Tuesday to install it. Barrel has to be removed and I don't have the tools.

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    Trying to decide to strip the rifle back to black or let it ride...

    It's tapatalk's fault.
    Last edited by pyzik; 04-24-14 at 22:55.
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    UPDATE:
    I ended up getting my rail installed and noticed a couple weeks later that there was a crack in the rail. (See pics below)
    I called Samson and they gave me an RMA number. Sent the tube in and had a replacement back in one week exactly.
    Samson even tossed in an extra accessory rail section.

    New rail is re-installed and looks great.


    On the Fence by pyzik200, on Flickr

    Cracked section:







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    Thanks for the kind words!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Samson-Pro View Post
    Thanks for the kind words!
    Thank you for all your help and awesome customer service.

    I've got a pistol build in the works and a Samson rail will adorn it!

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    Outstanding!
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    pyzik / samson,

    What do we think caused this cracking? Heat from the front post/gas block, stress of the rail at the cutout, or just simply a defect? Good on you samson for standing behind your product!

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