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Departed402 · November 14, 2011, 01:39 PM

I'll cut right to the chase. I'm looking for different options when it comes to an AR chambered in .308 or 7.62x51. I want a tactiCOOL gun that I can use for hunting. I realize building one piece-by-piece would give me what I want, but I'm looking for a good starting point.

Here are a few things I want:
Designed for 7.62 NATO and .308 Winchester Interchangability - I know there can be some issues with interchanging these rounds if the gun isn't built for the pressure and headspace. I figure if manufacturers make guns that can shoot both .223 and 5.56mm, surely someone has done this for the .308 and 7.62 NATO in an AR platform. This is the biggest issue for me.

Accessory Rail - It's something I think no AR should be without.

No front sight post - I don't like them, I prefer put low-profile fold-up sights.

Dust Cover - I dont understand this, but some manufacturers don't put dust covers on their .308 rifles, but they do on their 7.62mm. Also I prefer to shoot left handed so a brass deflector is a must.

November 14, 2011, 01:39 PM	#1
Departed402 Senior Member Join Date: September 25, 2009 Location: Midwest Posts: 884	Need considerations for an AR in .308/7.62 NATO I'll cut right to the chase. I'm looking for different options when it comes to an AR chambered in .308 or 7.62x51. I want a tactiCOOL gun that I can use for hunting. I realize building one piece-by-piece would give me what I want, but I'm looking for a good starting point. Here are a few things I want: Designed for 7.62 NATO and .308 Winchester Interchangability - I know there can be some issues with interchanging these rounds if the gun isn't built for the pressure and headspace. I figure if manufacturers make guns that can shoot both .223 and 5.56mm, surely someone has done this for the .308 and 7.62 NATO in an AR platform. This is the biggest issue for me. Accessory Rail - It's something I think no AR should be without. No front sight post - I don't like them, I prefer put low-profile fold-up sights. Dust Cover - I dont understand this, but some manufacturers don't put dust covers on their .308 rifles, but they do on their 7.62mm. Also I prefer to shoot left handed so a brass deflector is a must. __________________ Slow is Smooth. Smooth is Fast. Last edited by Departed402; November 16, 2011 at 03:00 PM.