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ROCK6 · February 16, 2017, 08:01 PM

As to the Heizer, I almost think of it as a modern version of the FP45 Liberator...a one shot deal to a get a more viable firearm in an occupied scenario. I think it's interesting, but not something you'd want to run 100 rounds through at the range.

Now, there are a lot of misconceptions of the AR or AK styled pistols. These, I find intriguing and far more functional than most give them credit for. What they have become are pseudo SBRs without the NFA and cross-state-line hassle. I've been quite surprised by the ease to accurately and rapidly engage targets out to 100-150 meters with these "pistols". The rifle calibers are a little overbearing with muzzle flash, but having used a 300 Blackout with suppressor really shows the value.

Moving on down to 9mm type "pistols", they provide even more functional and versatile, especially when suppressed. If these are modern-day mare's legs, they are far more capable then their big-screen historical counterparts.

ROCK6

February 16, 2017, 08:01 PM	#52
ROCK6 Senior Member Join Date: November 6, 2004 Location: Georgia/Afghanistan Posts: 314	As to the Heizer, I almost think of it as a modern version of the FP45 Liberator...a one shot deal to a get a more viable firearm in an occupied scenario. I think it's interesting, but not something you'd want to run 100 rounds through at the range. Now, there are a lot of misconceptions of the AR or AK styled pistols. These, I find intriguing and far more functional than most give them credit for. What they have become are pseudo SBRs without the NFA and cross-state-line hassle. I've been quite surprised by the ease to accurately and rapidly engage targets out to 100-150 meters with these "pistols". The rifle calibers are a little overbearing with muzzle flash, but having used a 300 Blackout with suppressor really shows the value. Moving on down to 9mm type "pistols", they provide even more functional and versatile, especially when suppressed. If these are modern-day mare's legs, they are far more capable then their big-screen historical counterparts. ROCK6