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debaser · 05-22-2004, 03:12 AM

I got to lay hands on one at the Armor Conference this week, these were my thoughts.

1. Very light, almost rediculously so. I like the fact that they included a full auto mode on the weapon, but I am not sure it would be controlable cyclic.

2. Integral optics, while cool and spiffy, have the distinct disadvantage of not allowing the mounting of mission specific optics in the familiar position on the weapon. Also, when they break you have a major problem, even with back up irons.

3. I'm not sure what to think about the charging handle. It is very slick perched up on top and out of the way, but if needed to fullfill its secondary role as foward assist, it takes a long time to employ.

4. I really like the control configuration, which never requires the finger to leave the trigger guard.

5. I could do without the "ergonomic" rubberized padding.

6. Rather than make a proprietary mount system for the foregrip, they should have included a picatinny rail system that would allow the mounting of current accessories.

05-22-2004, 03:12 AM	#19 (permalink)
debaser Sir, I have a plan... Location: 38S NC20943324	I got to lay hands on one at the Armor Conference this week, these were my thoughts. 1. Very light, almost rediculously so. I like the fact that they included a full auto mode on the weapon, but I am not sure it would be controlable cyclic. 2. Integral optics, while cool and spiffy, have the distinct disadvantage of not allowing the mounting of mission specific optics in the familiar position on the weapon. Also, when they break you have a major problem, even with back up irons. 3. I'm not sure what to think about the charging handle. It is very slick perched up on top and out of the way, but if needed to fullfill its secondary role as foward assist, it takes a long time to employ. 4. I really like the control configuration, which never requires the finger to leave the trigger guard. 5. I could do without the "ergonomic" rubberized padding. 6. Rather than make a proprietary mount system for the foregrip, they should have included a picatinny rail system that would allow the mounting of current accessories. __________________ Fortunato became immured to the sound of the trowel after a while.