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It is/was an issue. Beveling the back of the carrier takes care of the problem. Most companies have figuered this out. The other option is something along these lines and it fixes the issue as well. http://www.heavybuffers.com/anticant.html

For what it's worth, the S&W M&P PS uses the Adams system. I'd stay away from anything with Olympic on it. Especially, a piston system. Also make sure the bolt carrier is chamfered or beveled at the back and the the carrier has the gas key machined into it. Not bolted on to the carrier like a traditional carrier.

Current. There were a lot of failed not very good guns in the past. Mas included.

I'll play devils advocate: IIRC the AR is the only DI issued gun used by any military in the world. Every other military issued weapon is and has been gas piston. Reason's are pretty obvious. I find it funny the AR guys who spend countless dollars to accessories/fix issues on the AR and then say, "if it ain't broke don't fix it" or "well, it's worked OK for the last 60 years" when it comes to the DI system. NiB coatings, stainless, chrome bolts, "gas busting" charging handles, reworking gas ports, adjustable gas blocks, fancy interior reciever coatings, ...... the list goes on. Less moving parts arguement - I rarely see someone with an AR concerned with simplicity when they are adding rails, optics, FH, grips, buttstock, contols, etc. Lighter weight argument - I guess that gets negated once all the above is added on. Accuracy - the bullet is out of the barrel before the recoil starts unless you have an incredibly long barrrel. In all seriousness I see it as 6 of one 1/2 dozen of the other. I like piston guns, but I also prefer AK's. If you are getting a piston, the Adams is the best IMO.

Obviously you have an incredible thing for Paul, as evidenced by the shear volume of threads you start on the subject, but using Rachel Madow as a source is not the bets way to make an argument.

I got to be honest, I was worried about how the Glock would come together. IMO it turned out very nice. That SIG is a lot of pink but that's what she wanted. That is one colorful house. Same folk who got the green S&W got the pink SIG! They like 'em bright! As to the AK ... I like!

(In a thick Irish accent) It's my gun!

But ... it's Perfection! mikegideon got it right.

They sell barrels for the Wizard series but not individual barrels for the Matched Pair or Trifecta guns. At least that's what Rossi said. I looked for a customer.

Good points. However, when these optics were issue Belarus was Russian

I should add that the Russian optics used to be the only good solution for AK optics, but with the advent of the TWS rail, Ultimak, and some of the other mini red dot mounts you can use "better" or more accessable comventional Optics like Aimpoints, Eotech's, etc. As much as I like the Russian optics the TWS with an EoTech is simply awesome!

If you are wanting a true Com-bloc optic desinged for the AK, then absolutley. Otherwise, it is 6 of one 1/2 dozen of the other . Check this thread out, it'll give you a pretty good idea of how uniue and different the Russian optics can be. I personally like the Kobra's. http://www.theakforum.net/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=158248

Most of what they sell are current or former Russian military optics made in the same factory as the originals. Many of the designs are not currently in use but were used in a variety of conflicts and wars in the past. They work. Some have some very unique and rather good "technology" options. Just be advised that some of the bulbs and batteries can be like most other Russian stuff .... their own design. Kalinka fortunatly sells a lot of the parts and accessories.

I like how Sharpton was outraged when TM sussepnsion from school for drugs was reported. He was irate that someone would try to call into question TM's character without knowing the facts.

Absolutley! Down with Mitt! Give us Barabas. ... Uh, Obama! Come on man. Romey's not the best choice compared to Reagan, but if you can't tell the difference between Romney and Obama then you don't need to leave the house.

Rossi does not sell barrels separate and the Wizard barrels will not fit. You might find someone who wants to get rid of just the barrel or you can just buy another gun. They aren't all that expensive.

Keep in mind, generally it is not a good idea to have a President that is loved by everyone in his time. Remember when there was talk of getting rid of the 2 term law for Clinton or how long the "bad" Kennedy's were able to hold sway? I can only imagine if the others had lived! A little skepticism and distrust of government leaders is not a terrible thing. The irony is that Reagan was not loved in his time. He was billed as a terrible orator and the man who was bringing the end of the world. It is only after the fact that his legacy stands.

No, you needed the government to provide you with "benefits" - instead of a job.

Well, it worked so well for the CCCP (Russia). Right? Why does the Fed keeping borrowing ideas known to be abysmal failures?

NFA Tax stamps.

Yep, that's an emotionally based statement in an attempt to sound like the so called "independant" voice. Reality of facts - not the refered to emotional campaing sloguns - Obama is far from a moderate anything.

Yep, the only reason he won't be the GOP nominee is because of a wide spread conspiracy that uses all the other candidates to their own detriment to specifically keep Ron Paul out.

The grip on the CZ is a little thicker but more comfortable due to the grip panels. The HP can be made nearly identical with better grips. The stock HP grips are awful! As far as the CZ they make triggers that have less reach to them. They are fairly easy to drop in and you can get anything and everything CZ from Angus Hobdell at CZ Custom. He is the CZ competition shooter and gunsmith and is very nice to work with. Give them a call and they actually answer the phone and try to help you. http://czcustom.com/

The one I let get away! This was my favorite one by far. As to Mikey's point: