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AR15/10 Rifles
ALS 50 BMG AR15 Uppers
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<blockquote data-quote="338Raptor" data-source="post: 676526" data-attributes="member: 33134"><p>Their safety issue was quickly resolved. Once identified they contacted all owners and offered a free bolt modification that prevents the AR15 hammer from being able to contact the firing pin unless the bolt is completely closed. Mine was done in 3 months. </p><p>With all the rifles sold over the past 10+ years the out of battery discharge had only occurred 1-2 times (from what I understand). That's obviously 1-2 times too many. Apparently several things had to occur simotaneously to cause the discharge. </p><p></p><p>With this problem resolved I only see a couple cons to the ALS-50. </p><p></p><p>CONS:</p><p>1. Receiver port isn't long enough to eject a loaded round. To eject a loaded round you must open the bolt then with a finger nail or the tip of another loaded cartridge press the claw extractor in order to release the loaded round. Then you must either turn the rifle on its right side then shake out the round. Or reach in and pull it out with your fingers (you need girly fingers to do it this way). This sucks. </p><p>However empty cases eject normally. This is not a problem if you fire every round you chamber. </p><p></p><p>2. The bolt fits loosely in the receiver when open (like 1/8" slop) This gives the feeling if a poorly machined component. When closed the bolt fits correctly and solidly. This is not a performance issue, just an observation. </p><p></p><p>3. Rifle needs a carrying handle near the fore grip. It is VERY front heavy and awkward to carry. A carrying handle at the balancing point would be very handy. </p><p></p><p>PROS:</p><p>1. Very accurate</p><p>2. super sexy looking. </p><p>3. Very little recoil (muzzle break works very well)</p><p>4. Good quality finish and fit (except for the bolt when open, see my comment above)</p><p>5. Good looking butt stock. </p><p>6. Solid adjustable bipod. </p><p>7. Relatively low cost. </p><p></p><p>One suggestion: when ordering an AR15 lower receiver be sure to get the single shot receiver. Otherwise a standard AR receiver serial number will categorize the rifle as a semi-automatic which could make it illegal in certain areas. Plus the single shot receiver makes the rifle look more correct.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="338Raptor, post: 676526, member: 33134"] Their safety issue was quickly resolved. Once identified they contacted all owners and offered a free bolt modification that prevents the AR15 hammer from being able to contact the firing pin unless the bolt is completely closed. Mine was done in 3 months. With all the rifles sold over the past 10+ years the out of battery discharge had only occurred 1-2 times (from what I understand). That's obviously 1-2 times too many. Apparently several things had to occur simotaneously to cause the discharge. With this problem resolved I only see a couple cons to the ALS-50. CONS: 1. Receiver port isn't long enough to eject a loaded round. To eject a loaded round you must open the bolt then with a finger nail or the tip of another loaded cartridge press the claw extractor in order to release the loaded round. Then you must either turn the rifle on its right side then shake out the round. Or reach in and pull it out with your fingers (you need girly fingers to do it this way). This sucks. However empty cases eject normally. This is not a problem if you fire every round you chamber. 2. The bolt fits loosely in the receiver when open (like 1/8" slop) This gives the feeling if a poorly machined component. When closed the bolt fits correctly and solidly. This is not a performance issue, just an observation. 3. Rifle needs a carrying handle near the fore grip. It is VERY front heavy and awkward to carry. A carrying handle at the balancing point would be very handy. PROS: 1. Very accurate 2. super sexy looking. 3. Very little recoil (muzzle break works very well) 4. Good quality finish and fit (except for the bolt when open, see my comment above) 5. Good looking butt stock. 6. Solid adjustable bipod. 7. Relatively low cost. One suggestion: when ordering an AR15 lower receiver be sure to get the single shot receiver. Otherwise a standard AR receiver serial number will categorize the rifle as a semi-automatic which could make it illegal in certain areas. Plus the single shot receiver makes the rifle look more correct. [/QUOTE]
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