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I'm currently looking into purchasing an SVT 40 in reasonable condition. I'm aware that many SVTs have corrosion issues because the 7.62x54mm ammo of the time is quite corrosive. One of the other things I'm looking for is scope rails, just curious if SVT rifles accept modern scope mounts, and if...

I'm looking into purchasing an M1 Carbine variant as a home defense firearm to supplant my handgun (an IMI 941F in 9mm). What's a reasonable price for such a weapon and what are things to look for (there are a few of them for sale at my local pawn and gun shops)?

Today I picked up another interesting magazine. It was Guns and Ammo's second special edition on the AK-47 rifle. It contained some interesting articles namely one on the PSL and the Iraqi Tabuk designated marksman rifles and the use of an AK derivative by a Michigan based private investigator...

I was recently skimming the magazine rack at my installation's Post Exchange and saw an article in Special Weapons about the Arsenal SGL31. Has anyone bought one or owned one at all? When it comes to good AK derivatives I've heard good things about this particular rifle. Any input would be...

Reading one of Zak Smith's articles while doing research for my upcoming 'budget DMR' project (to be done next spring after I've settled in at NTC for my new Army assignment) I've come across the 'Two Optic setup'. I assume this means mounting both a close-in reflex sight in conjunction with the...

As some know I'm planning my Designated Marksman Rifle clone (a .223 Remington VTR) and am planning to mount both BUIS and a quality optical sight on their. Maximum range of engagement is around 600-700 meters on a standard US Army range man sized target. I also plan to engage closer targets in...

I'm planning on constructing my own Designated Marksman Rifle by modifying a stock Remington R-15 DMR in .223 caliber (commonality of rounds). The weapon's maximum engagement ranges are between 400-600 meters and it must have BUIS. I've found some Talon Arms detachable iron sights that are...

For my first DMR project I intend to use the highly accurate Remington VTR (a rifle that won't break my budget) with the following modifications: (Note: Link leads to original post about my DMR project's latest idea). - Flip up Back Up Iron Sights - Quick Detach Scope Rings (Pro Mag...

I've heard the ballistics and stopping power of this weight of round comparing favorably to 55-Grain round. Does anyone have any experience with this variety of round?

I've seen some varmint rifles (.223/.308) and have considered buying one or the other for my DMR project. Has anyone used these varmint ARs at all and if so how would you rate them for field use? Also how easy is it to install back up iron sights on the weapons. I would assume a varmint...

As some know I've got a project to try and build myself an accurate 5.56 mm Designated Marksman Rifle. I've recently become aware that AR-15 rifles are starting to be sold at several of my local (Central Florida) gunshops for fairly decent prices and I'm thinking if I find one that meets my...

As some on this forum know, I intend to modify an AR-15 rifle to a good DMR. I thought about purchasing a Sabre Defense SPR rifle and adding the optical sight and mount (La Rue mount with Nikon variable power telescopic sight) and that option's still viable. I've also seen a couple gun...

I recently just finished the books Silent Men and am currently reading HOGs in the Shadows. I know a MK11 is a 7.62mm DMR that replaced(?) the SAM-R or at least was in service at the same time as the SAM-R. I wonder if it or something similar will replace the M40A3 in the USMC? And what the...

Sorry to ask the FNG question, but I'll ask it anyway. What exactly does a 3-Gun Competition entail? I first heard about it when I read a Guns and Ammo special issue on the AK-47. In it a noted competitor in 3-Gun tried his hand at using an Iraqi Tabuk variant of the AK. From the Wikipedia...

I've finally settled on purchasing a stock Sabre Defense AR-15 and placing a 1.5-6x42 Nikon telescopic sight with LaRue mounts for optimal use of rail space and the versatily of a variable power platform. Once I've built my intended DMR and gotten it zeroed and broken in what are some...

Has anyone had any experience with Sabre Defense's AR-15s? I've heard they're a good factory rifle when I made my inquiry about building myself a quality designated marksman rifle on this board, but want to make sure I'm making a good decision. I figure I'll buy a complete SPR clone from...

I wasn't quite sure where this particular question is, but has there been any accounts of South African Defense Force or South African National Defense Force and sniping? I wonder how the discipline is regarded? I've looked up South African Snipers online and gleaned that their standard...

I recently posted a thread in the rifle forum on theMarksmen of the Sepoy Rebellion (1857). It was suggested that I discuss the history of said riflemen in this forum. A bit of my background: I'm a serving US military officer in Iraq who studied history extensively while a student. I've...

I'm curious what would be a good holster type for either or both of the two handguns I presently own. My thing for holsters is accesibility, concealability, and the ability to draw from quickly. I like the retention holster that I carry my military issue Beretta 92F in, but I'm not sure if...

I remember reading about a famous marksman with the nom de guerre of either Bob the Nailer or Jim the Nailer depending on the account of the Siege of Lucknow of 1857 one reads. This particular individual was known to be icily precise. His shooting would 'spurn the waste of a single...