Nightcrawler
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I'm contemplating going in an entirely different direction for my next rifle.
I'd probably start with a Scout Squad M1A from Springfield Armory.
I'd then possibly add a JAE-100 stock from West Texas Armory.
Eventually, I'd call Smith Enterprises and have one of their gas lock front sights installed, facilitating a threaded barrel and the use of a suppressor.
I've considered an Ultimak rail also, which I think would be better than the stock Springfield Armory rail, but I think the SA rail is integral to the barrel.
Another option might be a better barrel, chrome lined.
Question to the M14 guys, then. Would it be better to buy the Scout-Squad and slowly add the custom parts as I can, or go whole hog and have the rifle built custom?
Secondly, how does this type of rifle hold up to rapid fire? The M14 was never made into a successful automatic rifle. How would it handle dumping two or three magazines as fast as one could pull the trigger? Any problems caused? Any heat issues?
Thirdly, what kind of accuracy can one expect from a stock M1A with South African ball and, say, Black Hills ammo?
Accuracy is great, but not if it's at the price of reliability. How do these rifles handle fouling, getting dirty, dust, sand, etc.?
Really just curious. But...I am coming into some money next year, and a completely custom rifle might be a neat birthday present to myself.
Thanks in advance for the information! And of course, pictures of your weapons are welcome as always.
I'd probably start with a Scout Squad M1A from Springfield Armory.
I'd then possibly add a JAE-100 stock from West Texas Armory.
Eventually, I'd call Smith Enterprises and have one of their gas lock front sights installed, facilitating a threaded barrel and the use of a suppressor.
I've considered an Ultimak rail also, which I think would be better than the stock Springfield Armory rail, but I think the SA rail is integral to the barrel.
Another option might be a better barrel, chrome lined.
Question to the M14 guys, then. Would it be better to buy the Scout-Squad and slowly add the custom parts as I can, or go whole hog and have the rifle built custom?
Secondly, how does this type of rifle hold up to rapid fire? The M14 was never made into a successful automatic rifle. How would it handle dumping two or three magazines as fast as one could pull the trigger? Any problems caused? Any heat issues?
Thirdly, what kind of accuracy can one expect from a stock M1A with South African ball and, say, Black Hills ammo?
Accuracy is great, but not if it's at the price of reliability. How do these rifles handle fouling, getting dirty, dust, sand, etc.?
Really just curious. But...I am coming into some money next year, and a completely custom rifle might be a neat birthday present to myself.
Thanks in advance for the information! And of course, pictures of your weapons are welcome as always.