Happy Birthday to me- Which 7.62 Battle Rifle?

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TIMC,

Nice M21. I picked the Sadlak titanium mount after having a Smith. One less tool, and a bit lighter. They will also custom fit a mount, as many SA receivers are out of spec. I added the Rooster 33 bolt release, unitized gas system (a must for accuracy) and a Rader trigger. Unlije the stock M1A/M14 trigger, the Rader can be safely set at weights as low as 1.5 pounds. I opted for TPS tactical rings.

It's amazine how much you can pour into these things. Mine started out as a stainless 'loaded' for a mere $1700. It's a sickness, but it sure is fun.

I really like the M21 stock with adjustable cheek rest. I just wish it was synthetic. The JAE-100 is nice, but it adds about 2 pounds to the weight, and cost around $750. Still, the titanium bedding block securely beads the rifle and makes a huge difference.

I previously owned both an SR-25 and an AR-10. Both would shoot 1/4 MOA, while the M1a just just under 1 MOA with FGMM. But the AR-10 just lacks a certain something. I'll stick with my M1A.

Thanks,
The stock is what sold me on the M-21 it just looked good on the rifle. I am still up in the air as far as optics. I just don't know what I want to mount on it. The Leupold on there is nice so I can take my time to figure out what I want. I looked at the Sadlak mounts and almost went with one. I have seen a couple on the auctions for a decent price but decided on the Smith mount. Righ now I am trying to explain to my wife why I am ordering all this match grade brass. A sickness yes but a good one I think!

I too like my AR-10 but I think this rifle will replace it this year for hunting.