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Magpul Releases UBR 2.0

By on January 12, 2016 in Guns

Magpul just released details of their new UBR 2.0 Stock. The premium AR-15 stock is getting a host of new features for 2016.

I should also mention that the promo video for the UBR 2.0 is amazing.

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From Magpul:

Leveraging nearly a decade of design and engineering advancement, the venerable UBR stock is redesigned for 2016. Maintaining the unique mix of adjustability, strength, and consistent cheek weld, the UBR 2.0 features A5/SR-25 buffer systems compatibility, rotation-limited QD sling mounts, an ASAP QD style receiver end plate, and an improved rubber butt pad profile, while providing significant weight and cost reduction over the original UBR.

Additional Information and Features:

The UBR 2.0 is an adjustable stock for the AR15/M4, designed to offer the same strength and stability as a fixed stock with a consistent and comfortable cheek weld in any position.

An update of the revolutionary Utility/Battle Rifle (UBR) stock, the UBR 2.0 features a fixed cheek piece to provide a consistent cheek weld in any of its 8 positions, and is compatible with Carbine as well as A5-length buffer systems. Designed to accommodate large bore AR calibers and withstand severe impacts, the UBR 2.0 comes standard with front and rear QD sling attachment points, two footman’s loops, the ergonomic MOE SL™ angled-toe rubber butt-pad, and customizable storage compartment.

MSRP: $199.95

Made in U.S.A.

  • Mounts on a durable custom Receiver Extension tube (included) to accommodate the common M4 carbine buffer and spring as well as aftermarket A5 buffer systems*
  • Solid “fixed stock” lockup and consistent cheek weld in all positions
  • 8-Position LOP adjustability
  • Adjustment lever requires only gross motor movement to operate yet the entire stock remains streamlined and anti-snag
  • Enhanced lock mechanism with dual locking pawls for maximum drop strength and shock resistance
  • Multi-shell construction provides solid foundation and shields critical operating parts from penetration damage
  • Sloping cheek weld combines a slim profile with user comfort
  • Storage Compartment in tail of stock is removable and the door is reversible for user preference
  • Rubber butt-pad offers an anti-slip surface and increases impact protection
  • Rollover on the toe allows for easier shoulder transitions and better fit when using body armor
  • Sling Mounts
    • Front – ASAP QD type swivel mount for ambidextrous one-point QD sling mounting
    • Left/Right Rear – Anti-rotation QD swivel sling mounts fit up to 1.5″ push-button swivels
    • Bottom – 1.25″ sling loop (additonal loop accessible when Storage Compartment is removed)

 

Good Gear: Vanguard Quest T62U

By on January 12, 2016 in Guns

I purchased a Vanguard Quest T62U last year to give me better year round use of unimproved shooting ranges and potentially for hunting. The Quest T62U is a tripod with a 360 degree swiveling rifle yoke that can also be converted into a bipod or monopod configuration. I have used Vanguard camera tripods in the past and have generally found their quality to be acceptable which made me comfortable with dropping the coin on the Quest T62U.

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The ranges that I shoot on are generally informal, meaning there are no shooting bays, shooting tables, or concrete walkways. Any infrastructure I need must be carried in. Just this afternoon I zeroed a rifle with 18″ of snow on the ground without having to lay down in the snow. It was the T62U that made that possible by letting me get very stable in a standing, kneeling, sitting, or crouching position.

I have used both the bipod/gunpod configuration and the monopod configuration but I generally use it as a tripod because that is the most stable. I can setup the tripod so a single leg projects forward, away from me, and then load into it with my rifle. That, coupled with a tight sling, allows me to get stable enough to put a solid zero on a rifle without having to wallow around in the snow.

The Quest T62U has held up well to about a week left outside leaning against a tree in the rain and snow during deer season. The legs adjust quickly, easily, and mostly silently. Once they are adjusted, they hold their adjustments even when you are loading into the tripod. The bipod and monopod configurations work well and don’t feel like an afterthought. It is lightweight and seems to be rugged enough for what my purposes. This has been an extremely useful addition to my range kit.

Shop around a bit if you are looking for one. I paid significantly less than MSRP.

I should also mention that Vanguard makes a product called the UNI-STICK that I am considering purchasing for use with the Quest T62U. It attaches to the lead leg and turns the tripod into a more formal but still easily packable rifle rest.

Uni-Stik-2

Ruger Precision Rifle Aftermarket Rail Options

By on January 12, 2016 in Guns

The introduction of the Ruger Precision Rifle (RPR) made some pretty serious waves late last year. The demand for the is still strong and that has lead a few manufacturers to create replacement hand guards specifically for the budget precision rifle.

Midwest Industries has introduced the MI RPR Handguard. This rail is based on their SP-Series AR-15 rails. It features plenty of M-LOK compatible slots, 6061 aluminum construction, and comes with a Magpul M-LOK 5 Slot Polymer Rail section. It is available in 15″ and 18″ lengths.

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Seekins Precision is now offering the SP3R Ruger Rail System. The SP3R Ruger Rail features the same flat bottom shape that is found on the AR-based SP3R Rails. The flat bottom helps when shooting off bags or a barricade. This rail also features KeyMod or M-LOK attachment slots, QD sling swivel sockets, and 6061-T6 aluminum construction.

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