I am taking the 5.45x39mm plunge! updated 09-23-09

[Jay Cunningham]

I went ahead and ordered a S&W 5.45mm upper from Talon Arms.

Comes with one 30 Round Magazine and Bolt Carrier Assembly

SKU: 812005
Model: M&P15
Caliber: 5.45 x 39mm
Action: Semi-Auto
Barrel Length: 16"
Barrel Twist: 1 in 8"
Front Sight: M4 Post
Barrel Material: 4140 Steel
Receiver Material: 7075 T6 Aluminum
Finish: Hard Coat Black Anodized
Chromed Comp: Barrel Bore, Gas Key Bolt Carrier, Chamber

I have a lower that I can beat on that will go perfect with this upper. I figure I will shoot this gun for practice. After I run a 1080 round tin of corrosive through it I'll evaluate. If it runs well I'll consider making it a training gun. If it chokes a bit (which is what I fully expect) then I will probably just keep it a practice gun. Actually I have no problem at all with a practice gun that chokes a bit - I can work on malf clearance. I just won't bring it to a class.

I ordered a few extra mags from CProducts and I plan on distinctly marking them.

I'll update as I can to show my results.