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JJ_BPK
07-21-2011, 16:27
Has anyone run into this weapon? Or the 408 round? or the company?


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I know that there are a couple companies trying to create alternatives to the 50 BMG and .338 laqua.


http://www.thorgdg.com/products/weapons/thor-m408

Advantages:


Accuracy – Due to harmonics and a more stable shooting platform as well as an accurized assembly, the accuracy of the M408 is greatly enhanced. Guaranteed sub-MOA.
Recoil – The M408 model substantially reduces recoil, allowing for quicker follow up shots
Balance – Increased balance designed to work better with suppressor
Transport – Carry handle allows for convenient transport
Adjustable cheek piece
Enhanced machine process
KRIEGER barrel
Military model used worldwide by Special Forces units

koz
07-21-2011, 18:11
Didn't Mark Wahlberg use one of these in "Shooter"?

Surgicalcric
07-21-2011, 18:26
Didn't Mark Wahlberg use one of these in "Shooter"?

It was a Cheytac .408 that was used in Shooter. ;)

JJ_BPK
07-21-2011, 18:29
It was a Cheytac .408 that was used in Shooter. ;)



The Thor also fire the 408 Cheytac..

Surgicalcric
07-21-2011, 18:36
The Thor also fire the 408 Cheytac..

I was simply pointing out that the rifle actually used in the movie was the Cheytac and not the TGD version chambered for .408.

Crip

koz
07-21-2011, 19:42
It was a Cheytac .408 that was used in Shooter. ;)

Oh - I guess the changed firing pin got me confused... :D

Surgicalcric
07-22-2011, 01:28
Oh - I guess the changed firing pin got me confused... :D

I hear the FP switch has been troublesome for others as well. ;)

Crip