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    Barrett REC7 5.56

    My dealer called to tell me he had a box from Barrett with my name on it waiting for me. I eagerly ran down there today to pick it up. Inside was a shiny new REC7 chambered in 5.56.

    I've only had time to shoot 60 rounds through it so far but will update with range info as soon as I can. I'm pleased to see that the REC7 ships with a full-auto bolt carrier and will let you guys know how the gun runs on full-auto as soon as I'm able.

    Enjoy!

    Barrett REC7 with Hi-Lux 1-4x scope


    Rifle field-stripped


    Barrett REC7 bolt. Note the groove milled behind the locking lugs.


    Gas Piston parts. Simple!


    Here are some pictures of the gas block assembly.

    Note the small gas vent hole in the front of the gas plug.




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    Quote Originally Posted by Tokarev View Post
    Barrett REC7 bolt. Note the groove milled behind the locking lugs.

    They take metal from locking lug area but leave more metal around cam pin area, interesting

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    Please keep us updated on this. If possible let us know exactly what ammunition you are shooting, magazines, weather, etc...



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    I was interested in this for a while, but when I called they said they couldn't send spare parts out and it would have to come back to the factory if any repairs had to be done. Maybe they changed their stance since, but that was a big turn off for me.
    Last edited by Fr3EK; 06-07-11 at 17:08.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jbsmwd View Post
    They take metal from locking lug area but leave more metal around cam pin area, interesting
    Straight from the source:

    The Barrett Enhanced Bolt is made from high-strength 9310 steel. The bolt is designed specifically for use in the piston operated REC7, not just adapted from a direct gas bolt. The bolt’s gas-ring-free design is easy to clean. Reinforced at critical areas, every bolt is proofed and magnetic-particle inspected to guarantee reliable performance.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Iraqgunz View Post
    Please keep us updated on this. If possible let us know exactly what ammunition you are shooting, magazines, weather, etc...
    I'll do my best to keep everybody in the loop.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fr3EK View Post
    I was interested in this for a while, but when I called they said they couldn't send spare parts out and it would have to come back to the factory if any repairs had to be done. Maybe they changed their stance since, but that was a big turn off for me.
    If I get the chance over the next couple of days, I'll call or email Barrett and see what I can find out about this. Really, I don't see a big need to have a box of spares since there's really nothing that should wear or break outside the standard wear items on any AR. Still, it would be nice to be able to have an extra gas plug or whatever in case of damage or loss.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tokarev View Post
    If I get the chance over the next couple of days, I'll call or email Barrett and see what I can find out about this. Really, I don't see a big need to have a box of spares since there's really nothing that should wear or break outside the standard wear items on any AR. Still, it would be nice to be able to have an extra gas plug or whatever in case of damage or loss.
    Let us all know what they say. Im very interested in your range report as well.

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    Thanks for posting, I'll be watching this thread.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tokarev View Post
    If I get the chance over the next couple of days, I'll call or email Barrett and see what I can find out about this. Really, I don't see a big need to have a box of spares since there's really nothing that should wear or break outside the standard wear items on any AR. Still, it would be nice to be able to have an extra gas plug or whatever in case of damage or loss.
    You're being very optimistic considering how little data is available on this rifle. Do you not plan to run it hard or do you just have that much faith in Barrett's design?

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