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I’ve killed lotsa schit with a 527 cz 223 does that count Just not big game in Virginia, right? Wink wink
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I use one as a truck gun and calling rifle a lot.
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I just use my AR for flexing on the range Fudds and mag-dumping into abandoned kitchen appliances, like a real American. That’s badass.
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Yeppers!
I shoot an AR15 in .223 and in 6.8mm. Also have an AR10 .308.
I've killed deer with the 6.8mm and the AR10. Pigs with the 6.8mm. 'Yotes etc with all three.
I have been amazed at the effect the 6.8mm has on pigs.
Most factory ammo is loaded with 110 and 120 grain.
I load 90 and 100 grain. So far, the lighter bullets are more accurate and are devastating on pigs! 😃 One shot! D.I.R.T.! (Dead! Instantly! Right There!)
No longer deal with the recoil of fixed bolt rifles. Bolt, pump or single shot. Too old and dinged up.
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The opportunity presents itself from time to time. ![[Linked Image]](https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/gallery/80/full/214861.jpg)
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Winds were blowing change
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I’ve killed lotsa schit with a 527 cz 223 does that count Just not big game in Virginia, right? Wink wink Turkeys yes
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Been killing with Arsenal for 30 years... deer/hogs
"If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die, I want to go where they went"
Will Rogers
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I’ve killed lotsa schit with a 527 cz 223 does that count Just not big game in Virginia, right? Wink wink Turkeys yes You’ve done it now. Gonna be a buncha purists aghast at the thought of shooting a bird with a rifle getting their panties wadded.
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Not legal here.
I've taken them for walks, before and since they were made legal for coyotes.
Never saw any on those strolls.
Parents who say they have good kids..Usually don't!
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I haven't, but a friend and I figured a16" AR-10 in 308 would be an awesome timber and brush gun. This was almost 30 years ago when the 308 was the only thing available in the AR-10
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I just recalled using an AR-15 for gophers
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I’ve killed lotsa schit with a 527 cz 223 does that count Just not big game in Virginia, right? Wink wink Turkeys yes You’ve done it now. Gonna be a buncha purists aghast at the thought of shooting a bird with a rifle getting their panties wadded. It’s legal I could give a fugk less what purest think
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Yes.
The 5.56 is much more effective in the AR versus the 223 in a bolt gun. How’s that? Somebody wanna help me out here? Well, YOU made the statement. Surely you can explain it? Guess you couldn't sense the sarcasm.
The last time that bear ate a lawyer he had the runs for 33 days!
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Yes.
The 5.56 is much more effective in the AR versus the 223 in a bolt gun. How’s that? Somebody wanna help me out here? You full on stepped in it with that comment. Don't know what. 223 bolt guns you are shooting but then again there are just too many variables to consider before making a blanket statement like that.... Barrel quality, ammo preference, factory vs reloads, twist rates, custom AR vs custom bolt action. Factory AR vs factory bolt action or mixed up....... I have a cheap $350 T/C Compass with 5R rifling that shoots ½ moa and have a $1,000 Springfield Saint that shoots ¾ MOA.
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Yes.
The 5.56 is much more effective in the AR versus the 223 in a bolt gun. How’s that? Somebody wanna help me out here? You full on stepped in it with that comment. Don't know what. 223 bolt guns you are shooting but then again there are just too many variables to consider before making a blanket statement like that.... Barrel quality, ammo preference, factory vs reloads, twist rates, custom AR vs custom bolt action. Factory AR vs factory bolt action or mixed up....... I have a cheap $350 T/C Compass with 5R rifling that shoots ½ moa and have a $1,000 Springfield Saint that shoots ¾ MOA. Was nothing but sarcasm.
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they work great for varmint hunting, rabbits and coyotes. although I do feel they are weak on coyotes when chambered in 223. So on coyote I use a 6mmDTI upper. so far its done great on the 20 or so I have shot with it. the coyote hunting has been very slim the last few years due to excessive drought. YES and AR is way more than an assault rifle. its actually an excellent hunting rifle in certain applications. I also feel its easier to hit with when shooting offhand and less than perfect shooting positions compared to a regular stocked bolt gun. Weak on coyotes? LOL YES weak on coyotes. Too many needed finishing shots. The problem there is once it seems like they are hit with a marginal shot. They may need not one finisher but a couple more. I prefer no extra shots going off on stand. Yes I have tried different bullets etc. out of 150 or so the percentage that needed finishing shots was way too high. Instead of giving up and going back to higher powered bolt guns. I upped the horsepower of my upper. It’s not conclusive as it’s only a sample of 20 but I am happy with what I have seen.
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Yes.
The 5.56 is much more effective in the AR versus the 223 in a bolt gun. This is where we really need the sarcasm font or emoji...... Some couldn't figure it out.
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I tried once but their a high powered assault rifle and I was blowing the deer in half. Switched to a .300mag and it works a lot better. Same. AR in 5.56 for large dangerous type critters and 223 for in a bolt gun for vermin. Just like a 9mm, my AR blows the lungs out of em. Can't get the same results with same ammo in a bolt action.
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The last time that bear ate a lawyer he had the runs for 33 days!
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I have hunted with my Springfield AR-15 5.56/.223.
Foxes, bob cats, coons, possums..... No pigs or coyotes yet.
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