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AR-180/AR180-B
gap1916
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How many here like the AR180 or the AR180-B
Greg
Former Marine
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Greg
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Mark T. Christian
Magazines are no problem and can be converted from any AR15/M16 magazine. A Dremel and a cut-off wheel is all that is needed.
I have found it to be an excellent weapon with the original slow barrel twist. 55 grain slugs are deadly on soft targets (as was the case with the early AR15's).
Accuracy is acceptable and functioning is outstanding. Never had a jam yet.
The 180B's incorporate the best of the AR18 and AR15 with the exception of no folding stock. AR15 fire control componets and AR15 mags are used. I understand some individuals have had problems with the 180B's. I have no first hand knowledge of them though.
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The 180B's incorporate the best of the AR18 and AR15....I understand some individuals have had problems with the 180B's. I have no first hand knowledge of them though.
The shortest explanation of the reason for the AR180B I ever heard was, "The 180B makes all the needed improvements to the 180." Apparently, some fans of the 180 had quibbles with it. Supposedly, the 180B encorporated the necessary improvements. A noble quest, at least, I guess.
If the 180Bs work, some 180 fans should like them better, but if they don't.... [8D]
The 180 always struck me as the AR for people who think the AR-15 is finicky. Which may be one reason why it doesn't have a larger market. Most popular interest in something is naturally going to focus on having a close copy of a classic. The fans of the AR naturally tend to like the M-16 system. Most people don't normally become loyal enthusiasts and then embrace a re-design.
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It helps defend the porch REAL WELL, thank you.[:D]
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Texas? That looks like Bocephus guarding Paris, Tennessee.[8D]
Them ducks is wary.
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Greg
Former Marine
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