Which .308 semi-auto platform in .7.62X51 (308) for hunting?
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At the distances here in the Midwest at which you'd typically hunt hogs and deer, the velocity differential (loss) between 20" & 16.5" barrels is insignificant. And with good quality hunting ammo, there would be no terminal difference that the hog or deer would notice.
For shooting way across a canyon at, e.g., a mule deer, it's another matter.
You'd also see somewhat of a weight reduction going with the shorter tube, and portability certainly improves.
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Mine's a freakin' laser.
If you are looking at one seriously I should mention a couple of the drawbacks so that you are fully informed.
The mags are expensive
It is a PITA to disassemble
How expensive and are they readily available? I'd probably need three max. I assume 20 rounds. I'd like an extra mag for hogs as it can become an East Texas OK Corral if a group is run into along a river bottom.
I went to an auction site and they were in that range. 10 round we're $65.00 give a nickel.
Do y'all have the 16" or 20" version?
I was actually thinking about the BAR when I asked my original question.
My Daughter will be the primary user but I likes it.
Thanks for the birddog on my question.
Bexar
Do y'all have the 16" or 20" version?
I was actually thinking about the BAR when I asked my original question.
My Daughter will be the primary user but I likes it.
Thanks for the birddog on my question.
Bexar
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I'd go with a mp10.
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Bexar,
Have you thought of an m1a? I took a deer with my M1a a few years ago... 10 and 20 rd mags can be had. Sadlak scope mounts are the way to go with them.
I have a standard model... not match or anything and I can get 1.5" groups at 100 yards. It's the ultimate .308 Battle a rifle IMHO
Have you thought of an m1a? I took a deer with my M1a a few years ago... 10 and 20 rd mags can be had. Sadlak scope mounts are the way to go with them.
I have a standard model... not match or anything and I can get 1.5" groups at 100 yards. It's the ultimate .308 Battle a rifle IMHO
She has an M&P15 she got for her 18th birthday and the M&P 10 has an 18" barrel which I would consider the minimum length. That's another model consideration; however, that FNAR does sound good.
Yes...more than once; especially, since she's an M-1 Garand nut almost as bad as I am.
Do y'all see a pattern? So many choices, hence, the question originally posted. And then they gotta drop that FNAR in the mix.
The only thing I didn't care about the M1A is the scope mount system and I've heard mixed reviews on quality.
Thanks.
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My M&P 10 is nice and light for the field. Lightweight contour barrel is accurate when cool.
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I have the DPMS AR10 no complaints. I put a bushnell 6500 2.5 x 16 on it, which does the trick. I can shoot from 110 gr to 220 gr. It's a hog killer.
hightower
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I really wanted the M1a and a buddy of mine bought one the same time I got my DPMS. The M1a is not near as accurate but feels like it is half the weight in the hands.
Just couldn't part with the extra $500 or so for the M1a over the AR10.
Just couldn't part with the extra $500 or so for the M1a over the AR10.
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M&P 10 is the most accurate and lightweight option, and also happens to be very cost-effective!
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I would want something easier to scope and more accurate for hunting
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SIG AMT in 7.62x51 only because of the cool factor.
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