considering a SCAR 17... a few questions

[MilitaryArms]

geissele now has a trigger out for em, which i am anxious to test. i couldn't get the scarH to group better then 2" or so with m118 which is all i have access to at the moment. but we were also seeing wandering POI. I think the system has a LOT of potential but definately having teething issues both with support from FN and the aftermarket, magpul does have a SCAR17 mag in the works.

Are you seeing them POI shift with multiple rifles? Have you checked the torque on the barrel bolts (62 inch/lbs)? I haven't seen that yet, and I hope I don't.

[MilitaryArms]

Geissele is saying March for the SCAR trigger. I'm looking forward to that.

[BigJoe]

Are you seeing them POI shift with multiple rifles? Have you checked the torque on the barrel bolts (62 inch/lbs)? I haven't seen that yet, and I hope I don't.

multiple rifles, vastly diferent serial numbers, and in completely seperate run testing.

[ashooter]

SCAR H/17s has a 1/12 twist barrel, right? I'd always heard that 168gr was about the heaviest bullet you could expect to perform well out of 1/12 twist barrels.

I only have about 100 rds through my sample of one, but I shot it on paper with a Nightforce 1-4 with NP-1 reticle last weekend and got a 10-shot group at 200m that was just a hair over 3 inches. Not "sniper" quality, but damned respectable for Prvi 145gr FMJ. Maybe I'm just lucky, but I'm guessing these barrels might not like bullets heavier than 168gr.

[Iraqgunz]

I saw some stuff today that is a game changer for those considering a SCAR 17. Their M4 style buttstock adaptor and modular rail system is pure and simple bad ass.

I was amazed at how light it was.

[Stephen_H]

I saw some stuff today that is a game changer for those considering a SCAR 17. Their M4 style buttstock adaptor and modular rail system is pure and simple bad ass.

I was amazed at how light it was.

Who's that; VLTOR?

Stephen

[Iraqgunz]

Yes. The rifle felt very light and was very nice overall. The rail system was great in that you could simply add sections in the areas that you need an accessory at various locations.

Who's that; VLTOR?

Stephen

[MilitaryArms]

Their M4 style buttstock adaptor

Oh no...



I guess I knew this was coming. But there's nothing uglier than M4'ing every rifle on the market (IMHO). I cringe when I see M4 accessories stuck on AKs. I'll probably have the same gag reflex when I see a SCAR wearing a M4 buttstock.

[Iraqgunz]

Everyone has opinions. Some people have critisized the SCAR buttstock so this gives you another option. I thought it felt very good, but it may not be for everyone.

Their rail system is very nice as well and I am pretty sure that it will find a wide audience.

Oh no...



I guess I knew this was coming. But there's nothing uglier than M4'ing every rifle on the market (IMHO). I cringe when I see M4 accessories stuck on AKs. I'll probably have the same gag reflex when I see a SCAR wearing a M4 buttstock.

[MilitaryArms]

Everyone has opinions. Some people have critisized the SCAR buttstock so this gives you another option. I thought it felt very good, but it may not be for everyone.

I agree. It's a matter of personal preference. I'm sure it feels pretty good and I'm sure they will sell a few of them. But you have to admit, trying to make every rifle just like the AR is kind of odd.

I just want FN to release the DMR version and not charge $4k for it... A man can dream.