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We've had the excellent information thread on AR-15s. I think it would also be helpful if people posted how they choose to run their patrol rifles.
I'll start with mine.
Specs:
Base Rifle: Colt 6920
Surefire M600C Scout Light, M76 Swivel Mount, XT07 Rail Mount Tape switch, FA556AR Suppressor, and CAM4AR556 Flash hider
PRI Front Flip-up sight/Gas Block combo, Rear Flip-up sight, and Gasbuster
Magpul AFG, UBR, BAD, MIAD, PMAGs, and Enhanced Trigger Guard
Gear Sector GS-2P sling and GS-3040 sling loop
LaRue Tactical LT-660HK and Index Clips
Daniel Defense LITE 12.0 FSP rail
Blue Force Gear Redi-Mod
Aimpoint T-1
Whole rifle
The suppressor is not mounted while at work.
Tapeswitch is mounted on the top rail. This allows for easy activation, but protection from accidental activation. It also allows ambidextrous control. I also recently changed to LaRue Index Clips for rail covers. They feel great and include a few covers that can hold the tape switch wire.
I used to use a vertical foregrip, but since Magpul came out with their AFG, there was no point in having the vertical grip. I use the “reference point†method of holding the forearm. So, I sold the LaRue FUG I had and bought an AFG (came out with $50 extra too).
Gear Sector recently released a new line of sling mounts. I was lucky enough to receive a prototype version of their GS-3040 fixed loop. It is much lower profile than a QD socket and does not jam into my support hand like the Daniel Defense QD socket did. Their GS-2P sling is also my sling of choice. I have it mounted at the front and rear of the receiver. I have found that this placement works the best for me by allowing the freedom of a sling-point (shoulder transitions, weapon transitions, etc.) and gives most of the stability of a two point when slung.
The front and rear sights are from PRI. I had the PRI gas block/combo laying around. Combined with the smashing deal I got for the Daniel Defense Lite 12.0 FSP rail, It makes for a decent combination. If I had not gotten the deal on the FSP rail, I would opt for the regular Lite 12.0 plus rail mounted flip-up sights.
The M76 mount allows the Scout light to be mounted at an offset and close to the rail, minimizing the amount of stuff sticking out from the rifle. I got the Scout because of its lightweight and bright weaponlight (got a good deal too).
I’ve always preferred Aimpoint to EOTech. I chose the Aimpoint for its lightweight. I had an M4, but the T-1 did the same thing in a lighter, better package. The LaRue LT-660HK mount is provides a slightly higher than absolute co-witness. It is close enough to absolute that my shooting position does not change from irons to optics. I leave the brightness on setting “10â€, so it is always ready to go. It is bright enough to use in all environments and does not washout in low-light with the weaponlight active.
The Redi-Mag provides an outstanding way to carry an extra magazine for “grab and goâ€. Mine is modified by Blue Force Gear for lighter weight, stronger springs, and a better finish. In my opinion, the use of the Magpul BAD is required when using a Redi-Mag as the Redi-Mag makes accessing the bolt catch more difficult. The BAD also allows for much faster stoppage clearing.
I’ve hated the finger nub on the standard A2 grips. The MIAD allows for interchangeable front and back straps. No nub and grippy texture makes for a comfortable grip. I keep a small bottle of lube inside it.
The rifle is fairly front heavy, more so with the suppressor attached. The UBR is a very solid and heavy stock. While it adds overall weight, the better balance reduces fatigue. The preset feature makes extending the stock to your preferred length a motion without thought. I keep a pair of foam earplugs, two CR123A batteries, and a CR2032 battery in the storage compartment.
I'll start with mine.
Specs:
Base Rifle: Colt 6920
Surefire M600C Scout Light, M76 Swivel Mount, XT07 Rail Mount Tape switch, FA556AR Suppressor, and CAM4AR556 Flash hider
PRI Front Flip-up sight/Gas Block combo, Rear Flip-up sight, and Gasbuster
Magpul AFG, UBR, BAD, MIAD, PMAGs, and Enhanced Trigger Guard
Gear Sector GS-2P sling and GS-3040 sling loop
LaRue Tactical LT-660HK and Index Clips
Daniel Defense LITE 12.0 FSP rail
Blue Force Gear Redi-Mod
Aimpoint T-1
Whole rifle
The suppressor is not mounted while at work.
Tapeswitch is mounted on the top rail. This allows for easy activation, but protection from accidental activation. It also allows ambidextrous control. I also recently changed to LaRue Index Clips for rail covers. They feel great and include a few covers that can hold the tape switch wire.
I used to use a vertical foregrip, but since Magpul came out with their AFG, there was no point in having the vertical grip. I use the “reference point†method of holding the forearm. So, I sold the LaRue FUG I had and bought an AFG (came out with $50 extra too).
Gear Sector recently released a new line of sling mounts. I was lucky enough to receive a prototype version of their GS-3040 fixed loop. It is much lower profile than a QD socket and does not jam into my support hand like the Daniel Defense QD socket did. Their GS-2P sling is also my sling of choice. I have it mounted at the front and rear of the receiver. I have found that this placement works the best for me by allowing the freedom of a sling-point (shoulder transitions, weapon transitions, etc.) and gives most of the stability of a two point when slung.
The front and rear sights are from PRI. I had the PRI gas block/combo laying around. Combined with the smashing deal I got for the Daniel Defense Lite 12.0 FSP rail, It makes for a decent combination. If I had not gotten the deal on the FSP rail, I would opt for the regular Lite 12.0 plus rail mounted flip-up sights.
The M76 mount allows the Scout light to be mounted at an offset and close to the rail, minimizing the amount of stuff sticking out from the rifle. I got the Scout because of its lightweight and bright weaponlight (got a good deal too).
I’ve always preferred Aimpoint to EOTech. I chose the Aimpoint for its lightweight. I had an M4, but the T-1 did the same thing in a lighter, better package. The LaRue LT-660HK mount is provides a slightly higher than absolute co-witness. It is close enough to absolute that my shooting position does not change from irons to optics. I leave the brightness on setting “10â€, so it is always ready to go. It is bright enough to use in all environments and does not washout in low-light with the weaponlight active.
The Redi-Mag provides an outstanding way to carry an extra magazine for “grab and goâ€. Mine is modified by Blue Force Gear for lighter weight, stronger springs, and a better finish. In my opinion, the use of the Magpul BAD is required when using a Redi-Mag as the Redi-Mag makes accessing the bolt catch more difficult. The BAD also allows for much faster stoppage clearing.
I’ve hated the finger nub on the standard A2 grips. The MIAD allows for interchangeable front and back straps. No nub and grippy texture makes for a comfortable grip. I keep a small bottle of lube inside it.
The rifle is fairly front heavy, more so with the suppressor attached. The UBR is a very solid and heavy stock. While it adds overall weight, the better balance reduces fatigue. The preset feature makes extending the stock to your preferred length a motion without thought. I keep a pair of foam earplugs, two CR123A batteries, and a CR2032 battery in the storage compartment.
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