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    Just think some idoit that came up with this one cent to make piece of plastic is now probably making millions off of something that isn't needed in your rifle. And in the end will cause problems in your $2000. rifle.....
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    It's a Transfer Device.... a device designed to transfer $$$ from your pocket into someone else's.
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    Quote Originally Posted by a0cake View Post
    Think about what you just said. You just implied that normal weapons maintenance would add to the longevity of an Accu-Wedge.

    Explain to me the correlation between "normal" weapons maintenance and increased Accu-Wedge longevity.

    Not the longevity, but prevention of failure by observation of the system you are running.

    Hint: There is none.

    I can take a hint... it isn't open for discussion

    I would actually argue that proper weapons maintenance and lubrication would in fact hasten the time in which an Accu-Wedge would fail because of the introduction of CLP and solvent.

    My personal experience of over 15 years would counter that.

    I would further argue that this entire argument is worthless because the Accu-Wedge is worthless and that we're spinning our wheels here.
    Bingo, something you are correct about.

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    Truth. I leaned my lesson. I don't trust it.

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    it almost sounds like youre saying that using an accuwedge encourages proper weapons maintenance because youre breaking it down more often to make sure the accuwedge isnt failing.

    i dont really think (hope) thats what you meant but thats how it kinda sounded to me.
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    Quote Originally Posted by nolt View Post
    it almost sounds like youre saying that using an accuwedge encourages proper weapons maintenance because youre breaking it down more often to make sure the accuwedge isnt failing.

    i dont really think (hope) thats what you meant but thats how it kinda sounded to me.
    So essentially it's like a $12 piece of plastic that takes place of a string on your finger?
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    Quote Originally Posted by vecdran View Post
    It annoys me, it's an issue to me, I fixed it for practically nothing. I guess I should have just stayed out of this thread to start with, because my issue is subjective feel of my firearm, not some vain attempt to objectively increase the accuracy of it with a ridiculous hunk of plastic.

    Regardless, let's get back to slamming the Accu-Wedge, because it really is an overpriced piece of crap that does more harm than...well, I can't say good, because it doesn't really accomplish any of that either.
    When I find people say such things like "it annoys me." My advice is always to shoot more on the move (fixes the problem instantly).


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    Quote Originally Posted by 308sako View Post
    I guess there could be an argument made for not going to war with the wedge, but from a civilian standpoint they are a benefit. Confidence is a major factor in an individuals performance and feel is a well know aspect of firearms handling. The accuwedge improves both of those aspects.

    I have been using this little addition for over 15 years in one of my Colt Elite Hbars (CR6724) and have had no issues what so ever. Round count exceeds 8K now. I find it hard to believe that the material would break down in a short period of time, and suggest that "normal" weapon maintenance was not being adhered to if failures were achieved in mass over a short period. Perhaps they were Chinese knockoffs made to self destruct!
    How was your Colt not giving you confidence? I do not understand how a piece of plastic can all of the sudden gives someone "confidence."



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    Last edited by C4IGrant; 09-20-11 at 11:29.

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    Quote Originally Posted by C4IGrant View Post
    When I find people say such things like "it annoys me." My advice is always to shoot more on the move (fixes the problem instantly). C4
    Hmmm ... I find myself agreeing here.

    My first AR had almost no slop. I really liked the "feel." It was a Del-Ton. I quickly sold it (after having been educated and revising my plan ) and bought a Knight's SR-15. The SR-15 had a bunch of movement, and it "bothered" me, even though the dealer said it was no big deal. I briefly tried the o-ring remedy, but did not like the fact that they were likely to wear and break loose. I simply had to readjust my mindset to embrace the fact that some play is inherent in the design and has zero impact on function.

    Four thousand rounds, a Project Appleseed Rifleman's Patch (shot with the wiggly SR-15) and a carbine class later, I can't imagine worrying about it. My two Colts and a BCM also wiggle, and I am 100% confident in them - much more so than I would be with the "nice" feeling Del-Ton. The wiggle just isn't an issue that needs a solution, IMO.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Iraqgunz View Post
    As per the TM.
    1. With the upper receiver attached to the lower receiver, and the pivot pin and takedown pins in place,
    perform the following test:
    (a) Apply hand pressure to push the upper receiver as far to one side as possible.
    (b) Attempt to insert a 0.020 inch thickness gage between the pivot pin lugs or the upper and lower
    receivers.
    (c) If the thickness gage penetrates to the pivot pin at all accessible locations, repair by replacement of
    the upper receiver (see (b) below) or replacement of rifle is required.
    2. If the rifle fails the above test, remove the upper receiver and install a "NEW" upper receiver and perform
    the test again.
    3. If the rifle now passes the above test, it shall be considered serviceable and continue in use.
    4. If the rifle fails the test with a new upper receiver, this failure shall be considered a shortcoming. This
    shortcoming requires action to obtain a replacement rifle. Once a replacement has been received,
    evacuate the original rifle to depot for overhaul.
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    Thanks! Good info.
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