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#101658 - 01/27/12 11:38 PM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: s4s4u]

JCosmoAsp
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Good advice. Will do.

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#101663 - 01/28/12 02:35 AM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: JCosmoAsp]

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Originally Posted By: JCosmoAsp

I'm hoping that the Biscuit Fire burn has opened up some prime country for longer shots, but want to be ready for close stuff too. Perhaps, as you suggest, the 2x-6x will be good enough for both. I also am thinking of building another AR10 in 338 Federal for use in that situation, too, in which case, I'll still have to choose an optic.

It did but I haven't heard lately, right after the fire they were taking alot of bears out of there in the spring season. The bears were all over the new growth and you could actually see. I'm not sure how much it has grown back.

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#101748 - 01/29/12 01:23 AM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: wapitirod]

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I haven't taken a bear yet, but have eaten black bear roast--it's delicious. Definitely on my list of meat to pile next to the mashed potatoes. I also like the prospects for pig hunting. Wild boar makes really good BBQ and sausage. At 6'10' and 250 lbs., I've always been interested in "what's for dinner".

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#101749 - 01/29/12 01:35 AM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: JCosmoAsp]

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now you made me feel bad, I'm 6'3" and 250, I guess it's time to cut back on what's next to potatoes for me. lol

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#101751 - 01/29/12 01:49 AM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: wapitirod]

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Well, I was up to 285 at one point, but that was about 4 years ago. I retired at 230, but have inched back up over the last 6 months or so. Need to get out an walk more...and start the free weights again.

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#101768 - 01/29/12 12:50 PM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: JCosmoAsp]

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Where did you get the rail for your .223 barrel. I would be interested in doing te same.

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#101798 - 01/29/12 05:29 PM

Re: Evolution Gun Works T-C Rail and Eotech combo? [Re: notrab]

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I got the EGW rails from Opticsplanet (see here: http://www.opticsplanet.net/egw-thompson-center-contender-picatinny-rail-scope-mount.html)
Or, you can order direct from EGW at: http://www.egwguns.com/thompson-center/

I'm happy with how they mounted. The mounting screws were the perfect length for the barrels I have, although there's a disclaimer note in the parts bag saying some may need shortening. Do a dry fit before adding any loctite. I used the same Fat Wrench I use for rings to tighten the mounts to 20 inch/pounds. I used red locktite.
I'm going to the range on Thursday for some testing with both the .223 and the 7-30 Waters.

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