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I have a Ruger MINI 14 the blued Ranch addition with a 20rd mag. I’m thinkin’ about moddin’ it with maybe a folding stock, high powered scope. Not sure if I wanna go tactical or the sniper look.. At work, I get to fire a fully auto 50 caliber machine gun as well as a full auto M-16 .223 cal. & a Browning 50 cal. sniper rifle, to test our ammo. What a blast, the look of the API & APIT rounds from the big 50 is cool, and the noise it makes is CRAZY! The perfect stress remover
It’s addictive for sure, so what yall think, Tactical or Sniper? I know a simi auto isn't an ideal sniper tool, but I do like the simple blacked out look with a scope.
It’s addictive for sure, so what yall think, Tactical or Sniper? I know a simi auto isn't an ideal sniper tool, but I do like the simple blacked out look with a scope.
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It's kind of personal prefrence.
I'd go tactical myself, a sniper rifle that can only snipe for 500 yards with no wind, may not be the best sniper rifle.
I'd go tactical myself, a sniper rifle that can only snipe for 500 yards with no wind, may not be the best sniper rifle.
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From: Georgia on my mind...
A Mini 14 is neither "tactical" nor "sniper." About minute-of-barn-door accurate. There's some company out in California that rebuilds them into something decent, they put a big fat barrel on 'em and bed 'em, Google "Accuracy Systems" (I think...)
Originally Posted by PSS-Mag
It's kind of personal prefrence.
I'd go tactical myself, a sniper rifle that can only snipe for 500 yards with no wind, may not be the best sniper rifle.
I'd go tactical myself, a sniper rifle that can only snipe for 500 yards with no wind, may not be the best sniper rifle.
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From: mississippi
Originally Posted by FX4_Off_Road
At work, I get to fire a fully auto 50 caliber machine gun as well as a full auto M-16 .223 cal. & a Browning 50 cal. sniper rifle, to test our ammo.
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Originally Posted by countyboy04
Man, where do you work?
I saw an ad in the newspaper once and didn't quite know how to take it.
It read...
Man wanted to work in dynomite factory
Must be willing to travel
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Isn't a clip that large illegal by federal law unless you are law enforcement? Just asking..., not that I care 
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Anyone watching Future weapons?
I want that Barret 99 chambered for 416 sniper!!!!!
2500 yard cold bore shot!
If you go to the site you may have to refresh a few times.......
I want that Barret 99 chambered for 416 sniper!!!!!
2500 yard cold bore shot!
Originally Posted by http://www.gunweek.com/2006/hs051006.html
Basically, Barrett Firearms Mfg. Inc. has chambered the Model 99 .50-caliber rifle for the new .416 Barrett round. According to the company, the .416 shoots flatter, faster and hits harder than anything available. Barrett expects to chamber its other .50-caliber models for the .416 by the end of 2006.
The .416 Barrett cartridge has an overall length of 4.58 inches and a ballistic coefficient of .943. The projectile is a solid brass boattail spitzer that weighs 400 grains and is 2 inches in length. The case has a capacity for 200 grains of powder.
The Barrett Model 99 chambered for the .416 Barrett is available in 45- or 50-inch overall length, depending on barrel length, and weighs 23 or 25 pounds, unloaded.
The new gun carries a suggested retail of $3,675 and is distributed by RSR Wholesale.
You can get more information by contacting Barrett Firearms (PO Box 1077, Dept. GWK, Murfreesboro, TN 37133; phone: 615-896-2938) or by logging onto their website: www.barrettrifles.com.
You will also find extensive technical data on the website.
The .416 Barrett cartridge has an overall length of 4.58 inches and a ballistic coefficient of .943. The projectile is a solid brass boattail spitzer that weighs 400 grains and is 2 inches in length. The case has a capacity for 200 grains of powder.
The Barrett Model 99 chambered for the .416 Barrett is available in 45- or 50-inch overall length, depending on barrel length, and weighs 23 or 25 pounds, unloaded.
The new gun carries a suggested retail of $3,675 and is distributed by RSR Wholesale.
You can get more information by contacting Barrett Firearms (PO Box 1077, Dept. GWK, Murfreesboro, TN 37133; phone: 615-896-2938) or by logging onto their website: www.barrettrifles.com.
You will also find extensive technical data on the website.
Originally Posted by PSS-Mag
Anyone watching Future weapons?
I want that Barret 99 chambered for 416 sniper!!!!!
2500 yard cold bore shot!
If you go to the site you may have to refresh a few times.......
I want that Barret 99 chambered for 416 sniper!!!!!
2500 yard cold bore shot!
If you go to the site you may have to refresh a few times.......
by the way, I work for www.talonammo.com
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From: Off the Road, Alaska
Originally Posted by Lumadar
Isn't a clip that large illegal by federal law unless you are law enforcement? Just asking..., not that I care
Not anymore
The Clinton ban expired.BTW, FX4... the .223 is an A2 3rd burst right?, not full auto?, and do you mean Browning .50 cal machine gun (M2) and Barrett .50 "anti-equipment" sniper rifle (M82)?
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Talon--they make some sweet ammo...
And I'd go tactical semi auto. As I have worked with a few SWAT operatives, they prefer semi (duh), and tactical just looks cooler unless you have a REAL sniper. but the mimi-14 is definately a fun toy... When are you going to "loose" a full auto 50 cal and let all of us play with it??? I'm sure Talon Ammo Corp. won't mind...
And I'd go tactical semi auto. As I have worked with a few SWAT operatives, they prefer semi (duh), and tactical just looks cooler unless you have a REAL sniper. but the mimi-14 is definately a fun toy... When are you going to "loose" a full auto 50 cal and let all of us play with it??? I'm sure Talon Ammo Corp. won't mind...
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From: Georgia on my mind...
Originally Posted by Lumadar
Isn't a clip that large illegal by federal law unless you are law enforcement? Just asking..., not that I care
But, some states (like Kalifornia and I think New Jersey along with a few others) have their own proprietary assault weapons ban that forbids things like flash suppressors, bayonet lugs, and high...standard capacity magazines.
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From: Susquehanna Valley, pa.
Originally Posted by FX4_Off_Road
I have a Ruger MINI 14 the blued Ranch addition with a 20rd mag. I’m thinkin’ about moddin’ it with maybe a folding stock, high powered scope. Not sure if I wanna go tactical or the sniper look.. At work, I get to fire a fully auto 50 caliber machine gun as well as a full auto M-16 .223 cal. & a Browning 50 cal. sniper rifle, to test our ammo. What a blast, the look of the API & APIT rounds from the big 50 is cool, and the noise it makes is CRAZY! The perfect stress remover It’s addictive for sure, so what yall think, Tactical or Sniper? I know a simi auto isn't an ideal sniper tool, but I do like the simple blacked out look with a scope.
It’s addictive for sure, so what yall think, Tactical or Sniper? I know a simi auto isn't an ideal sniper tool, but I do like the simple blacked out look with a scope.I shot the M2 when i was in the Army and was lucky the shoot over 3K rounds in 2 hour while at NTC. talk about fun. I'm guessing the M16 is a A1?
Anyway, sounds like a fun job.
PS.
if you have any extra ammo to get rid of or even sell, I'll be more than happy to drive down and get some.