madmax7774
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I wanted to give real-world feedback, and an initial range-report on my recently Built Omega OM9FS MP5 "Pistol". I have always wanted an MP5, and have been looking around for the last several years trying to figure out how to get one in Maryland. Doing lots of reading and web searching, led me to the conclusion that getting my hands an actual HK MP5 was going to be very difficult and very expensive to accomplish. At the time I started searching for a clone, the choices didn't look promising. Manufacturers like POF, Coharie, and others had a lot of mixed reviews online, and it seemed like luck of the draw with these clones. The last thing I wanted was an expensive lemon that was always jamming. Several months ago, I happened across a Youtube video from Atlantic Firearms about the Omega line of clones. It was interesting to watch, and caught my attention. Further web sleuthing about Omega didn't turn up a ton of feedback about quality, but what little I could find seemed to be promising. Deciding to throw caution to the wind, I bought the barreled upper and decided to build the lower myself. Using original HK parts from HKParts.net, I was able to complete the build.
Build Components:
Omega OM9FSBU Upper - $1450
HK MP5 match trigger Pack - $220
HK SEF Housing - $140
HK Long Axle Selector level - $38
SBT5 Folding pistol Brace - $200
Sig Sauer Romeo 3 Red dot - $400
Total Investment: roughly $2450 after transfer fees and shipping costs
I lucked out with magazines, because I bought 5 new Original HK mp5 30 round steel magazines several years ago when I still lived in Virginia, and was able to bring then with to Maryland before the stupidity ban went into effect. They can be found here.
Assembling the gun was a non-event, and really the only thing you need to know, is if your MP5 clone is "clipped and pinned", or "push pin housing". For an excellent explanation on that, read this article. The omega OM9FS upper is "clipped and pinned", so I purchased compatible parts for that style. Most of the online reviews I could find about mp5 clones had a lot to say about using original HK magazines, versus cheaper clone magazines. All of my shooting to date has been through the original HK steel mags mentioned above.
So as to the fit and finish of the Omega OM9FS, I have to say that its top notch. It really exceeded my expectations. It looks fantastic, the welds on the receiver are extremely well done, and the finish on the receiver is excellent. The HK parts I purchased to assemble the pistol fit easily with no clearance issues. So to answer the big question, did it run reliably? THe answer is a resounding Hell Yes! I ran 250 rounds of the absolute worst garbage ammo (Tula), because that's what I happened to have on hand. It chewed through them all with zero issues. I did have 1 round that failed to fire, but upon inspection, it looks like it was a dud (had a primer strike mark, but did not fire). Other than that, no jamming, feeding, or cycling issues at all. The part about this pistol that really excites me: the recoil. If you have never shot an MP5, you are missing out. the recoil is so light and soft, that it really almost like shooting a .22! I can see why special forces types would love this weapon. It is probably the most controllable firearm that I own. One intersting thing, was that the weapon was sighted in already at 25 meters. Not sure if that was set by the manufacturer, or just blind luck. As for the Romeo red-dot, I chose to use the riser provided with the red-dot, as it raised it above the built in MP5 sights, and allowed for them to be used, or the red-dot.
Overall, I am extremely happy with this firearm, and also pleasantly surprised so far with the overall quality. I will add to this post once I get some rounds through it, to see how it holds up. Bottom line, I definitely recommend the Omega 9 if you are looking for an MP5.
Build Components:
Omega OM9FSBU Upper - $1450
HK MP5 match trigger Pack - $220
HK SEF Housing - $140
HK Long Axle Selector level - $38
SBT5 Folding pistol Brace - $200
Sig Sauer Romeo 3 Red dot - $400
Total Investment: roughly $2450 after transfer fees and shipping costs
I lucked out with magazines, because I bought 5 new Original HK mp5 30 round steel magazines several years ago when I still lived in Virginia, and was able to bring then with to Maryland before the stupidity ban went into effect. They can be found here.
Assembling the gun was a non-event, and really the only thing you need to know, is if your MP5 clone is "clipped and pinned", or "push pin housing". For an excellent explanation on that, read this article. The omega OM9FS upper is "clipped and pinned", so I purchased compatible parts for that style. Most of the online reviews I could find about mp5 clones had a lot to say about using original HK magazines, versus cheaper clone magazines. All of my shooting to date has been through the original HK steel mags mentioned above.
So as to the fit and finish of the Omega OM9FS, I have to say that its top notch. It really exceeded my expectations. It looks fantastic, the welds on the receiver are extremely well done, and the finish on the receiver is excellent. The HK parts I purchased to assemble the pistol fit easily with no clearance issues. So to answer the big question, did it run reliably? THe answer is a resounding Hell Yes! I ran 250 rounds of the absolute worst garbage ammo (Tula), because that's what I happened to have on hand. It chewed through them all with zero issues. I did have 1 round that failed to fire, but upon inspection, it looks like it was a dud (had a primer strike mark, but did not fire). Other than that, no jamming, feeding, or cycling issues at all. The part about this pistol that really excites me: the recoil. If you have never shot an MP5, you are missing out. the recoil is so light and soft, that it really almost like shooting a .22! I can see why special forces types would love this weapon. It is probably the most controllable firearm that I own. One intersting thing, was that the weapon was sighted in already at 25 meters. Not sure if that was set by the manufacturer, or just blind luck. As for the Romeo red-dot, I chose to use the riser provided with the red-dot, as it raised it above the built in MP5 sights, and allowed for them to be used, or the red-dot.
Overall, I am extremely happy with this firearm, and also pleasantly surprised so far with the overall quality. I will add to this post once I get some rounds through it, to see how it holds up. Bottom line, I definitely recommend the Omega 9 if you are looking for an MP5.