Looking for Advice on an AR10

[Sirex]

I am seriously thinking about this one.

I really like my M&P10, but I have been giving serious consideration to replacing it with a Ruger SFAR for weight savings. I am going to wait a while though to see how they do.

 

[calicojack]

Another question I need to settle in my own mind, is what would the SFAR provide me that that I don't already have from my PTR91?

Just thinking out loud here what the SFAR might be able to offer over the HK91 ...

1. Lighter weight and handier. This is one reason I really like the SFAR
2. Easier to mount optics (I am not thrilled with the HK iron sights).
3. Better trigger.
4. More options for customization; triggers, stocks, handgaurds, etc.
5. Better egros.
6. Perhaps easier to mount a can (the PTR91 flash hider seems to be permanently attached).

Going against the SFAR
1. It's new. As already pointed out, something that's been out for a while is less risk.
2. It will probably kick like a mule. That being said, a better stock with a limb saver pad can fix that.
3. Proprietary parts for the critical components.
4. Does not have the HK slap.

 

[smdub]

2) There are low claw mount picatinny rails avail from MFI (hkparts might have them in stock)
3) there is now a Timney trigger available for the HK (I have on one order.)
6) Your flash hider should not be permanently mounted? Is it a factory one w/ the little wire clip? If you run something other than an OSS/flow through suppressor you'll need a different locking piece to run a suppressor on the HK.

 

[calicojack]

2) There are low claw mount picatinny rails avail from MFI (hkparts might have them in stock)
3) there is now a Timney trigger available for the HK (I have on one order.)
6) Your flash hider should not be permanently mounted? Is it a factory one w/ the little wire clip? If you run something other than an OSS/flow through suppressor you'll need a different locking piece to run a suppressor on the HK

Thanks for the info. Don’t worry, I won’t be selling my HK91 clone anytime soon.

 

[RRomig]

I’ve had a few of the DPMS style PSA 10s with very little issues and the one problem I had they sent a new part instantly. Buying a complete gun will eliminate the incompatibility problems that can come with a non mil spec AR platform.

 

[steves1911]

The muzzlebrake on the sfar is really efficient. Enough so even a 9yr old can handle it.( if you look hard you can see it amongst the leaves)It has quite a bit less recoil than my ptr with birdcage flash supressor.

 

[TI-tick]

No love for the LMT MWS?

 

[paperwork351]

What is it with the 'A' and 'B' type mags?

 

[smdub]

What is it with the 'A' and 'B' type mags?

To understand that you really need to understand the difference between the original Armalite AR10A and AR10B.

Critical Difference Between Armalite AR-10a and AR-10b Rifles?

What's the Difference Between Armalite AR-10a and AR-10b Rifles? They are two different models of the Armalite AR-10 Rifle. This page explains the differences

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TLDR: AR10A mags are WILDLY more accepted/copied (PMags fit this group.) The B mags are the unicorns that ony fit the original Armalite gun.