So I am very impressionable, and the recent MAC video on a Dolos-based pistol build inspired me to do a similar build in 300 Blackout. I have an Engage E4 pistol but am using the upper from that purchase in a dedicated SBR (stamp acquired).
I have a side-charging upper from TomKat Ammo on the way, along with the Dolos Gen 2 kit and the LAW Tactical folder. I'm soliciting some input on this project in terms of other parts and approaches.
1. Who does hydrodipping local to Central MD? In my house, for differentiation purposes, 300 Blackout = Vietnam Tiger Stripe camo. I would need to get the Dolos handguard (at a minimum) dipped.
2. What length barrel would be best? The handguard is 7". I prefer an A2 front sight for KISS BUIS use. Would an 8.5" or 9" barrel suffice, or should I go up to a 10.5" length? (In any event, I would mount a Silencerco Saker mount on the muzzle.)
3. What barrel/gas tube/lo-pro gas block would you recommend? I prefer to support local manufacture. And because the use is intended as a bugout/SHTF firearm, I would want it to be assembled professionally instead of being a basement-shop amateur hobby build.
4. Finally, do you see any value in building an additional 556 upper? This would be a "down the line" complementary build from a compatible YHM handguard, and strictly to allow a change to an "easy to scrounge" available caliber.
Your input appreciated! Thanks for indulging me.
I have a side-charging upper from TomKat Ammo on the way, along with the Dolos Gen 2 kit and the LAW Tactical folder. I'm soliciting some input on this project in terms of other parts and approaches.
1. Who does hydrodipping local to Central MD? In my house, for differentiation purposes, 300 Blackout = Vietnam Tiger Stripe camo. I would need to get the Dolos handguard (at a minimum) dipped.
2. What length barrel would be best? The handguard is 7". I prefer an A2 front sight for KISS BUIS use. Would an 8.5" or 9" barrel suffice, or should I go up to a 10.5" length? (In any event, I would mount a Silencerco Saker mount on the muzzle.)
3. What barrel/gas tube/lo-pro gas block would you recommend? I prefer to support local manufacture. And because the use is intended as a bugout/SHTF firearm, I would want it to be assembled professionally instead of being a basement-shop amateur hobby build.
4. Finally, do you see any value in building an additional 556 upper? This would be a "down the line" complementary build from a compatible YHM handguard, and strictly to allow a change to an "easy to scrounge" available caliber.
Your input appreciated! Thanks for indulging me.
