The_Next_Generation
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Hey all,
So I traded for a pretty dang nice AR15 a few months back. It shoots great and I have gone out to 650 yards with it so far. The thing is that its real heavy (9.5lbs scoped). Part of the problem is of course the barrel (White Oak 18" SPR-type-thingy) but I like it's accuracy. The other problem is the rail, which is what I'd like to ask about.
Its a Daniel Defense 14" Lite rail. It looks SUPER cool, but I just don't need this much rail-estate! I know the military guys and other "operators" have a need for it, but this rifle is more of a hunting/target shooting firearm. I would like something along the lines of a Troy TRX as this would save 8oz or so and would also allow for a much more comfortable grip without all those bulky panels (can you say "cheese-grater"?).
The thing is, is that I would have to sell this rail to fund the new one. The DD is VERY solid and from what I have read is extremely durable. Add in the fact that I probably wouldn't make much (if any?) money by selling it and buying the Troy and it might be worth it to just keep it.
What would THR do? Unload the DD and get something slimmer? Or keep it for it's tank-like durability and tacticool look (I mean this in a good way, as it looks awesome)?
Of course, this thread requires a picture
I'm looking forward to what you guys and gals have to say,
- TNG
So I traded for a pretty dang nice AR15 a few months back. It shoots great and I have gone out to 650 yards with it so far. The thing is that its real heavy (9.5lbs scoped). Part of the problem is of course the barrel (White Oak 18" SPR-type-thingy) but I like it's accuracy. The other problem is the rail, which is what I'd like to ask about.
Its a Daniel Defense 14" Lite rail. It looks SUPER cool, but I just don't need this much rail-estate! I know the military guys and other "operators" have a need for it, but this rifle is more of a hunting/target shooting firearm. I would like something along the lines of a Troy TRX as this would save 8oz or so and would also allow for a much more comfortable grip without all those bulky panels (can you say "cheese-grater"?).
The thing is, is that I would have to sell this rail to fund the new one. The DD is VERY solid and from what I have read is extremely durable. Add in the fact that I probably wouldn't make much (if any?) money by selling it and buying the Troy and it might be worth it to just keep it.
What would THR do? Unload the DD and get something slimmer? Or keep it for it's tank-like durability and tacticool look (I mean this in a good way, as it looks awesome)?
Of course, this thread requires a picture
I'm looking forward to what you guys and gals have to say,
- TNG