[jbour13]

Interesting yes, how much reality can be attributed.....we may never know.

Other rifle companies have submitted test rifles as well, it's not just those listed.

As far as folding to pressure. Let's see how long this story stays fresh in the public mind. If it folds and is forgotten, I see a justification to keep current stock. Getting rid of old material has gotten us in trouble before. Can you imagine picking up your old battle rifle on the objective someday?? I can. I'm sure that I touched a few Garands that were handled by GI's from the Korean War in Afghanistan.

We've flogged it to death about what the real solution is. I "assist" a Gas Piston Rifle manufacturer and hope that the piston system makes it into the hands of the shooters that need them. Do I do it for money, no. I know the rifle is up to par with a leading maker, and will out shoot a standard M-4. I know this because my work rifle (I'm an Intel geek, don't put to much faith in me) is crap compared to what my brother makes.

Cost comparison is going to be the biggest issue I see. Colt has been in the pocket for so long that they can offer a rifle at $XXX unit cost per rifle. Let's hope that those that make a cleaner, cooler operating system can produce them at a competitive price to the Military consumer. Cost of parts and maintenence go down significantly. The lead designer for the company has had the same rifle for years, and he's only had to change the barrel (3 times). Every other part has withstood intentional punishment to really push it to the limits. I'm sure that other manufacturers have met the same results. I've seen this one personally and it runs like a raped ape.

AbusesToilets: let me know where you work via PM and I'll bring mine by for a little look see. Already brought it in for 336's TS to fondle, couldn't hurt to get some more love.

TR: I'm getting itchy about mine, it has yet to be shot, or sighted in since the rebuild. You have a good place to do both?? I got ammo to burn. Let me know what I need to bring.