There really isn't a major loss of FOV at top end magnification (3m or so). One can always back out to 4x if need be. I also don't run my 1.1-4x's much below 1.5x anyway since 1.1x makes things appear almost farther away than actual. Also my 1.1-4x Short dots are occupied: http://www.hkpro.com/forum/hkpro-members-gallery/152608-hk-5-56-goodness.html. And since the S&B price increase, I got the 1.5-6x for about HALF of what the 1-8x will cost (if it ever comes out) and more than $1k less than what a new 1.1-4x would cost me with LE discount.Why the 1.5x6 vs the lower power model?
Assuming to get a little more range and don't need the the last bit of field of view at the low end?
Thanks was looking at the 1.1-4 Short dot for the MM23eK at one time (thinking will stick with the classic red dot for now) and appreciate the back ground on your reasons. Sounds like a nice rifle and probably the best "if I only had one long gun", as that will ever bet the case for most of us ;-).There really isn't a major loss of FOV at top end magnification (3m or so). One can always back out to 4x if need be. I also don't run my 1.1-4x's much below 1.5x anyway since 1.1x makes things appear almost farther away than actual. Also my 1.1-4x Short dots are occupied: http://www.hkpro.com/forum/hkpro-members-gallery/152608-hk-5-56-goodness.html. And since the S&B price increase, I got the 1.5-6x for about HALF of what the 1-8x will cost (if it ever comes out) and more than $1k less than what a new 1.1-4x would cost me with LE discount.
A Short Dot would be an excellent choice. I've just gotten really lucky on mine. My most expensive one to date didn't cost me $2k, and with the exception of the #2 (post style reticle) and the not-yet released 1-8x, I've used every Short Dot variant. I love 'em all to be honest. Aimpoints and Short dots are now the only optics I employ on my carbines.Thanks was looking at the 1.1-4 Short dot for the MM23eK at one time (thinking will stick with the classic red dot for now) and appreciate the back ground on your reasons. Sounds like a nice rifle and probably the best "if I only had one long gun", as that will ever bet the case for most of us ;-).
Take care and looking forward to seeing the build, groups and if you are going to suppress this one.
No worries. I have a few more parts inbound early this week. I will have an update shortly afterI'm subscribing to this one too; don't let us down!
G3k barrel?No worries. I have a few more parts inbound early this week. I will have an update shortly after
I explored this extensively when wanting a K model, as in G3K. I was concerned with accuracy at range because I looked at the 51 platform as well and concluded the following:This should be a very rewarding exercise 4445. Some of the very best performing HK's were the short-barreled G3K and HK417 assaulter. Some laugh at a 7.62mm rifle with less than 16" of tube but they would not be laughing on the receiving end. I find these K beasts all around excellent performers - portable, reliable and accurate and the G3/HK91 platform offers MANY modular variants in stocks, forearms and triggers - a "LEGO" gun you can reconfigure w/o tools for unlimited roles. My demo G3K was a sub-MOA gun even after MANY full auto 20-rd and 50-rd drum engagements well above 10,000 rds.
Actually, no. I considered using an aftermarket MSG90 barrel, Mike suggested a 21 or 21e barrel to "keep it German" (as he likes to do). Ultimately, we thought the SR9 barrel might be an interesting way to go as it offers a slightly heavier profile and polygonal rifling, but still wouldn't be adding an unnecessary amount of weight. I had picked up an excellently priced SR9 in great condition to use for parts. Fortunately a fellow Pro member was selling a brand new SR9 barrel in the white (Thanks, Corey) and it should be showing up on my doorstep tomorrow or Wednesday. That SR9 will most likely be making an appearance in the for sale section for anyone interested.G3k barrel?
Built right - they flat out shootI especially like your plans for the MSG90/HK21E QD scope mount. Such a platform deserves the PGS1 or G3 SG1 trigger of course.
G3Kurz