First and foremost I apologize — we could not, in fact, shoot it. The guys running the booth had no ammo for it, or so they claimed. However, we did get a chance to heft it about and fondle the rifle, and it feels pretty damned good. For a semi-auto .338 Lapua rifle, that is . . .
There’s no doubt that the rifle is lightweight. In fact, I’m pretty sure that the scope is the heaviest component on the gun. Everything else is slick and trim, including the receiver.
There’s a spot for the forward assist — because all military guns need a forward assist — but for consumers it’s optional. Yes, they really did slice off the forward assist to save a hair of weight.
We are, however, left to question whether the lack of .338 Lapua ammunition was strategic. Could they really have underestimated how much gun food to bring to Media Day? Was Federal Premium unwilling to sell them more? Does the gun actually run? We simply don’t know. We’ll get one to test, though, and let you know as soon as we try it ourselves.
What’s the round count in that mag (had there been rounds, that is)?
China, I’m lookin’ at you.
Lone Survivor is a good movie, although I don’t think it is good enough to kill someone over it. The movie is not a good as the book and I think they could have found someone other than Marky-Mark to play the lead, but those are only my opinions.
I hope this goes through to fruition, in all districts. (none of that east/west SAFE act nonsense)
* Concealed firearm for defense, ABSOLUTELY NOT.
* “Assault Rifle” for murdering bambi, Yea no problem…..
Laws in this country make absolutely no sense………
Looks like it isn’t going all smooth and happy for The Shooting Ranch in Buda. They’ve been closed/opened a couple of times now. From today’s front page of their website, though:
> The City of Creedmoor has obtained a Temporary Restraining
> Order that will be heard in District Court on Jan 23rd. We will
> reopen soon, but until the hearing we will be closed to follow
> court orders.
It’s obvious the retired cop went to his car to get his gun. Premeditated. Anger issues. Old fart. Probably couldn’t get a woody for decades, his gun was the only hard and powerful thing he can hold in his hand ROFL
I think full sized 1911’s aren’t heavy. I guess I’m in the minority.
More libtard (democrat) “Big Gov” evil.
Joe actually got to shoot it after Nick and I moved on; he rang the 900-yard gong with boring consistency.
Why not me? Waah!
I would rather buy two quality revolvers, smooth them out and dual wield them. A more fun way to spend 3K (especially with a cross draw holster).
FGMM please.
I am also part of the test group. I haven’t shot it yet to fill out my report yet, but honestly I was astounded at the cost. The first thing I am going to tell them is that the cost is prohibitive. They need rounds that are priced competitively with M80 ball, not premium match ammunition. The only advantage right out of the box that I see is weight. The rounds are indeed lighter than their brass-cased equivalents. However, at their current cost I’ll stick to bulk M80 ball, thank you.