Semper Paratus Arms LLC 2 Day AR15 Armorer Course Roanoke, TX July 15/16 2014

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Semper Paratus Arms LLC is headed to Roanoke, TX. This course is only open to military, gov’t and law enforcement personnel (active and retired) (at the host request) July 15/16 2014.

Course registration and payment will be conducted through www.semperparatusarms.com.

Dates: July 15/16 2014
Time: 0900-1800
Location: Roanoke, TX Police Dept.

Cost: $350 per person

STUDENTS MUST BRING A COMPLETE AR STYLED WEAPON OR PARTS KIT.

All tools can be purchased through Brownells and it is the recommended source. http://www.brownells.com

Specialized Armament also has various punches available. http://www.specializedarmament.com/

Complete set of steel punches- 1/16, 5/64, 3/32, 1/8, 5/32 (Starrett is preferred)
Complete set of roll pin holders-
Complete set of roll pin punches-
Nylon and Brass Hammer (1 oz.)-
Small to medium pair of needle nose pliers.
Large flat tip screwdriver or variable tip screwdriver set.
Bolt Catch Pin Punch-
Pivot Pin Installation Tool-

Instructor will be bringing a variety of specialty tools to the class, to include a vise, vise blocks, etc…

Overview

This class will be taught using various media sources (videos, powerpoints and pictures) as well as well as hands on with functional weapons provided by the students. At the conclusion of the course all students should be able to fully disassemble and assemble a functional weapon from parts. In addition they should be able to recognize common malfunctions and be able to troubleshoot issues that are frequently encountered. We will cover standard AR’s, SBR’s and AR pistols. We will be installing barrels, staking carrier keys, replacing extractors, etc…

Students will have the opportunity to fix issues during the course such as stakings, etc… and check the weapon using gages.

The course will conclude with all students taking a written test as well as hands on test which will include the complete disassembly and reassembly of the weapon followed by a functions test.

TD 1

-Introduction to the AR15 platform, its history, and cycle of operation
-Parts breakdown and nomenclature
-Tool and equipment selection as well as proper usage
-Basic disassembly and reassembly (upper and lower)

TD 2

-Overview of TD 1
-Inspection criteria
-Troubleshooting and malfunctions
-Maintenance
-Complete and detailed disassembly and assembly of weapon
-Written test and certificate issuance

Instructor Bio

This course will be taught by a veteran of both the U.S. Army and U.S Coast Guard with over 27 years of experience working with the AR15 family of weapons. In 2005 he entered into the private sector working in Iraq and Afghanistan as an armorer/ instructor for several large private military companies supporting the Department of Defense and the Department of State. He has attended and completed numerous factory armorer courses from such companies as Beretta, Barrett, Colt, Dillon Aero, FNHUSA, Glock, Knights’ Armament, Remington, and SigSauer.

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I will see you gents at class. I have really been looking forward to this one for a long time. :slight_smile:

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Never mind, just checked the schedule. Going to try for the San Antonio class.

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Is there another San Antonio class coming up?

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Yes. 11/12 July at Sons of Liberty Gunworks again.

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Bummer, momma will be in AZ and unable to attend.

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Looking forward to this class.

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Color me jealous…trying to find a location in Birmingham or Central AL. to host this class. I know it will fill up, just gotta find a place. Hopefully you guys can chime in afterwards w/ a little review to hold us rednecks in Alabama over :slight_smile:

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Day one in the books. So good to put some faces with screen names. This is a must-have class for anyone who is serious about the AR platform.

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Agreed. I have filled half of a Rite in the Rain notebook with notes, specifications and ideas just from the first day of class.

And it’s been really nice to chat with fellow M4C members RetreatHell and TXBK.

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FYI, that class was postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date.

Take Care,

Buzz

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I hosted Will here in Atlanta in May 2013. The class was almost an information overload. There was so much good information to take in. I typed up my notes afterwards and didn’t get half of it on paper. I can’t recommend his armorers course highly enough and would like to get him back to ATL soon just so I can take it again. Enjoy day 2 fellas!

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Good news for me.

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Great class and tons of information. Good to meet some of you fellow members too. This class is a must.

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Outstanding couple of days learning the in and outs of the AR platform. The instructor has a ton of knowledge from real world experience. It wasn’t just punching pins and turning wrenches. The atmosphere was relaxed and the instructor seems to possess a great deal of patience. Thank you to the Roanoke PD. They have a great facility and were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended class, and I would probably say that the diagnostic type discussions were my favorite part. It was also great to meet you’s guys.

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Very much agree with this gentleman. There were a lot of “lightbulb moments” like that for me as well. I was recalling malfunctions I had seen with a lot of homebuilt or modified carbines at the range, and was thinking “Bingo, that is why he had that issue! And it was a stinking two-dollar part that did that - sheesh!”

Another thing I really liked about the course was learning “The right tool for the right job.” You don’t need to spend a lot of money to do most of the basic maintenance that we learned. But buying the right set of punches or tools, and using them correctly was explained very well.

The Roanoke PD was a really friendly and welcoming bunch, and everyone was also great: “Here - let me loan you something to help.”

And TXBK has some pretty sweet shootin’ irons! We saw some really well-built carbines. There was one one that had recently been purchased, and had some issues. That actually turned out to be a great teaching tool, and exactly why IG tells ya to “Bring what ya got.” The guy got his carbine fixed, right there in class, and every step of the procedure explained in detail. That was terrific - a fellow got a working carbine to take home, and everyone learned some really good info.

So if you are kind of on the fence about this, do not be. “Oh gee, I don’t have a KAC/Noveske/Colt/BCM/whatever and I will not be one of the cool kids.” That is exactly what did not happen. IG and everyone in the class pitched in to help the guy I mentioned, and the owner was way better off. And had a bunch of new friends to boot!

Plus I just like Roanoke. It’s a nice place, with great restaurants and really nice people. The department is talking about hosting another course next year, too. That will be sweet. I’m going to try and get two other friends to attend. Neither could make this class due to work commitments.

So think about how many deadlined guns you have seen in a class or at a range. Think about the time, ammo and expense of replaced parts. I left feeling pretty dang happy with my investment of time and cash. Even if you are not going to build guns for a living, or be a department armorer, you ought to consider a class like this.

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Nice meeting you too! Everybody had a fun time, and it was great getting to look at other folks’ builds, and share ideas. I think we all were casting covetous looks at the BCM KMR rails, and Paul’s VP9.

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B,

I kept looking over my shoulder to see if you or J were going to knock one of us in the head and jack us for our new lightweight KMR builds. Turned out pretty sweet huh? My new baby weighs 5 lbs 14 oz.

Also, like most everyone here has mentioned. It was nice meeting all of you guys and I hope to bring Will back again soon. The PD is talking like they would like to have him teach a class there every year.

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Me too. I was signed up for that class, but ended up using the cash refund towards components to build my next carbine. I’ll have it built by the next class, but still plan on attending.

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Nah, no misappropriation was ever contemplated. :cool: But I am dang sure going to order a KMR 13 for my daughter’s carbine build, and a KMR 15 for my SPR build. Honestly, it was just amazing at how light your uppers were.

It was very nice meeting both of you as well, and the hospitality was great. A very nice facility and real good folks. It was very kind of your department to host the class. I’ll keep my eyes peeled for the next course announcement, I have some friends that definitely want to do this.

Enjoy your new carbines, and stay safe.