Any reason not to buy a PTR-91 A3R?
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stubbicatt
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I'd do it. That's how I would like my rifle set up. The standard G3 profile barrel, wide fore end, etc.
One thing I wouldn't want is the rail on the upper receiver as this will not allow me to mount any scopes with the claw mount. It would, however, open up your options to other optics.
I would still send it to Bill Springfield for the paddle release and the trigger job.
Let us know how she works out for you.
One thing I wouldn't want is the rail on the upper receiver as this will not allow me to mount any scopes with the claw mount. It would, however, open up your options to other optics.
I would still send it to Bill Springfield for the paddle release and the trigger job.
Let us know how she works out for you.
GCMkc
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No reasons that I could think of. My PTR-91 runs very well and looks amazing. I've had no problems with my 91 and my 91 PDW. I wish I had the top rail though. The claw mounts are pretty beefy and set the optic high above the bore axis.
Have you sent a rifle in for the paddle mag release? It says on Bill Springfield's website that "...only the stripped barreled receiver is needed". Does this mean just a stripped receiver or can the entire upper (less BCG) be sent in for the job?
Have you sent a rifle in for the paddle mag release? It says on Bill Springfield's website that "...only the stripped barreled receiver is needed". Does this mean just a stripped receiver or can the entire upper (less BCG) be sent in for the job?
Update:
I just ordered the " PTR-91 .308 Military Black Synthetic " from CDNN.
I went with this model instead of the A3R because this one also came with the HK profile barrel and I like the option of being able to mount one of the German issue Hensoldt scopes in the claw mount.
I just ordered the " PTR-91 .308 Military Black Synthetic " from CDNN.
I went with this model instead of the A3R because this one also came with the HK profile barrel and I like the option of being able to mount one of the German issue Hensoldt scopes in the claw mount.
stubbicatt
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Yes. Bill has done a couple of triggers for me and a paddle release. I think I may have been a guinea pig for him, it was so long ago. I am well pleased with the work he did, and recommend him.
He also did a SKS trigger for me, which has to be felt to be believed.
He also did a SKS trigger for me, which has to be felt to be believed.
adelbridge
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cool guns and the only argument against them is you get more for the buck out of an AR-10 or possibly a FN-AR or SX-AR
stubbicatt
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I don't know. My experience with the PTR is reduced to one (1) rifle, and this one rifle I have is especially accurate, and works flawlessly. I cannot say the same with respect to many of the AR10's that are out there. I mean really; $.50 magazines that are built like a brick outhouse vs. $50 mags for the AR10. A proven reliable action, floated match barrel, rugged modular design, the PTR91 presents a better rifle than any AR10 I have shot, regardless of price. Once price is factored in at roughly 1/2 the price of the AR offerings, even with a couple of useful modifications such as the paddle mag release, the deal is easily sealed for me.
But there are those who really like the Large Armalite actions, and I tip my hat to those guys. Nothing wrong with the various large actioned AR's, just not my cup of tea.
Now, once you start talking 243, which is my favorite caliber, unless one were especially lucky to buy one of the PTR's in the caliber a few years ago, the AR provides a viable option, if you discount the Remington 7400 I think it is, and must have a semi auto rifle for whatever reasons.
But there are those who really like the Large Armalite actions, and I tip my hat to those guys. Nothing wrong with the various large actioned AR's, just not my cup of tea.
Now, once you start talking 243, which is my favorite caliber, unless one were especially lucky to buy one of the PTR's in the caliber a few years ago, the AR provides a viable option, if you discount the Remington 7400 I think it is, and must have a semi auto rifle for whatever reasons.
nwilliams
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At this if you can find one at a reasonable price then I would buy it. At the very least if there is a ban in near future you certainly won't loose any money on it if you decide you don't like it and want to sell it.
The PTR-91 is a very good clone of the HK and you won't find a lot of bad reviews about them.
The PTR-91 is a very good clone of the HK and you won't find a lot of bad reviews about them.
I picked up the rifle yesterday from my dealer. I have had a few AK parts guns and didn't know what to expect from this "clone" but am happy to say workmanship and finish looks top knotch.
Now to find some 7.62 and make it to the range
Pics to come.
Now to find some 7.62 and make it to the range
Pics to come.
stubbicatt
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Enjoy your new purchase. I hope it treats you well.
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