LMT .308MWSE

       Hey everyone sorry its been so long since I've written anything. Im back now though and i have purchased a few new guns including my new favorite. From the Lewis Machine & Tool Company (LMT). Their "LMT .308 Modular Weapon System) is absolutely great! This semi-auto AR platform rifle is a great gun for shooting whether it be hunting or at the range. Although it is really heavy to carry around when hunting, because you add the scope, grips, ammo and it turns out to be about 11-12 pounds. But I have shot 3 deer with it so far. It was great accuracy. So far i have been shooting at around 600m and hitting with a 5" spread. There are currently a few rivals to this gun like the LWRC R.E.P.R. and the DPMS 308. But after shooting them all I prefer the LMT. it has a great feel, good weight, you can feel and see the quality and it shoots smoothly with very few jams. The recoil is not bad either, the weight absorbs most of it. Note: id buy a shell catcher because it ejects those casings 15 feet. so duck if you are on the right side.

   Cleaning isn't bad, if you get the chrome bolt its even easier, but like any AR it takes times and patients. But what i love is that the barrel is easily removable, 2 bolts hold it in place but you get a torque wrench with the gun so its very easy only takes a minute.

IMPORTANT FOR RELOADING AND BUYING AMMO

     For the best result if you do your own reloading use.

Hunting: Powder- 42 grain of Hodgdon Varget, Bullet- 30 cal. Hornady Interlock soft point, Boat-tail, 165 grain, Casing Reshape- (important or gun will jam) RCBS small base die and

There is a military version being made as well called the L129A1 which is currently being used by the British Armed Forces. It is primarily used in sniper squads and as a long range support weapon. In 2010 the British were using 440 of these rifles. 

    This gun is extremely popular right now. I bought mine back in jan 2012 and it took 6 months for it to arrive in the store. So getting one right now is really hard unless you have connections like i did. Currently it is sold out on there web store with a 1 year wait. You can view it here. LMT Store .308.

STATS

• Caliber = .308 (7.62x51 NATO)
• Effective range = 800m
• Max Range = 900m 
• Mag capacity = 10 or 20
• 2 stage trigger
• Monolithic Rail Platform (MRP) 3, 6 and 9 o"clock rail. 
• Rail length = 9"
• ambi selector, ambi mag release
• semi auto bolt carrier group
• Direct Gas Impingement (DI gas)
• weight is roughly 10 pounds (4.54 kg)
• Length 34"-40" depending on collapsable stock and barrel length 
• Barrel options 16",20"with 1:10 twist. Chrome lined
• Comes with a SOPMOD buttstock, 3 panel rails, front and rear sight, sling.
• PRICE $3,000

CONTACT INFORMATION

Lewis Machine & Tool (LMT)

1305 11th St. W. 

Milan, IL 61264

Phone: 309-787-7151

Sales Phone: 309-732-9527

Fax: 309-787-7193

Sales Fax: 309-787-2636

Sales Email: Sales@lewismachine.net

Website: http://www.lmtstore.com

 L129A1

L129A1

My LMT308 seen below. (20" barrel) 

ATTACHMENTS

• Harris Bipod 1A2 6"-9"
• Harris Bipod Adapter 1913 picitinny Mount Weaver compatiable
• Tangodown Forward Grip
• Zeiss 6.5-20x50 AO MC Conquest, with mil dot 
• American Defense Scope Rail mount (removable)

 My LMT

Hope this was useful to your purchasing decision 

if you would like to see any gun review leave me a comment with the name of the gun and ill get on it. I will go out shoot, clean and test it for you.

IMI Tavor TAR-21

The TAR-21 is a Israeli military bullpup rifle. Designed for combat in the urban environments of Israel and Palestine. Do to the need for compact weapons that can also be accurate at a long range, the bullpup is becoming the weapon of the 21 century. Hence the meaning for TAR-21 " Tavor Assault Rifle-21 Century. Currently it is the standerd rifle for Israeli infantry. 
Bullpup Rifles are configured in a layout in which the bolt carrier group is placed behind the pistol grip; this shortens the overall length but does not sacrifice barrel length. The TAR-21 provides carbine length, but rifle muzzle velocity. The bullpup design is also used to minimize the silhouette of soldiers and to maximize effectiveness in turning corners in urban warfare
The TAR-21 is also waterproof and has a built in laser. Built with the idea of having advanced ergonomics and composite materials.


Manufacturer: Israeli Military Industries
Country: Israel
Design Year: 2001
Years of Service: 2001-Present
Fire Mode: Selective Fire
Cartridge: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Rate of Fire: 750-900 rounds/min
Muzzle Velocity: 2,986 ft/s
Weight: 7.21 lb
Length: 28.3 in
Barrel Length: 18.1 in
Ave. Price: $3,000

TAR-21/grenade launcher 

DPMS LR-308 SASS

DPMS LR-308 Semi Auto Sniper System

Official Site

Manufacturer: DPMS Panther Arms
Country: United States
Fire Mode: semi-auto
Cartridge: 7.62 NATO/ .308 Win.
Action: Gas operated rotating bolt
Twist Rate: 6 grooves, right hand 1:10 rifling twist
Composite: stainless steel
Weight: 11.5 lbs.
Barrel Length: 18"


Now this is one sweet gun, the Panther Arms SASS is a military grade sniper rifle. Firing either a .308 round featuring a free floating barrel. It ways in at 11.5 pound so it is on the heavy side, but it makes up for that in its performance. Currently we have one of these at the shop for $2099, and i can't keep my hands off of it. I want it! it feels great, the 4.5 lbs trigger pull is great, the action on this baby is nice and smooth, plus it is just gorgeous. out of the 60 ARs on the shelf this is by far the best looking and probably the most accurate at very long ranges. it comes with front and back Magpul flip up sights, a Harris 9-13" swivel bipod, and a Magpul PRS stock. So far a lot of people have been wanting to see it, but no buyers, basically only because of the price. but it costs the company $1500 to make the gun, so they are only making a profit of $500.  if you want the best AR for long range shots, I'm taking up too 700 yards this is your best choice. 

Karbiner 98K

Karbiner 98K, abbrieviated Kar98k was one of the best known guns of WW2. As well as one of the best bolt action rifles of all time.

Manufacturer: Mauser
Country: Germany
Design Year: 1935
Years of Service: 1935-Present
Cartridge: 8x57mm IS 
Capacity: 5 roundsAction: Bolt Action
Muzzle Velocity: 2,493 ft/s
Effective Range: 500m (550yd) Iron sights. +800m (+875yd) Scope.
Maximum Range: 2,700m (8,900 ft)
Composite: Wood, Steel
Weight: 8.2lb
Length: 43.70in
Barrel Length: 23.62 in


The Kar98k is a very accurate rifle, capable of long shots over 800 yards, because of this it was a very popular sniper rifle, usually equipped with a Zeiss scope. approximately 14,650,000 were produced over the 9 year time frame. even though so many were built, todays prices on this gun has increased rapidly do to its collectors value. It is a must have for any WW2 weapons collector. The most sought after of them all are the made in Germany, with SS or other stampings on it. this can reach up to $1000 easily. in the early 1990s you could buy on for around $100-200, now for a good one made in Germany you are looking at around $400-1400, depending on quality, matching serial numbers, and stampings. There is a sight that says they have original Kar98K for sale, but dont be tricked by Mitchell's Mausers. Claiming to have found these is Russian warehouses, only the top ones do. most are refurbished remakes of the Kar98k. So if planning on buying one of these great rifles, be sure to do as much research on it as possible and ask questions.

Bolt and Receiver 

German Sniper WW2

Top 10 #6 Mauser

HK USP Elite

The Heckler & Kock USP Elite is one of the biggest pistols on the market. This is one of my all time favorite 45s. it is a well built, accurate gun. The Elite features one of the longest barrels in a pistol! 6.2 inches! where you would usually find 5 as the max barrel length on most full sizes. Because it has such a long barrel the bullet can increase velocity and become more accurate. USP "Universal Self-loading Pistol"

Manufacturer: Heckler & Kock 
Country: Germany
Cartridge: 45. ACP
Capacity: 10-12
Action: Double Action
Effective Range: 30m
Composite: Hi-grade Polymer frame, Metal Slide and internals. 
Weight: 860 grams
Length: 9.4 in
Barrel Length: 6.2 in


Features a ambidextrous safety and magazine drop lever, match grade trigger, adjustable trigger stop. O-Ring barrel, adjustable sights, rail slide under barrel. 


This is one force to be reckoned with, seen guys taking 100 yard shots with it and being accurate. plus you have that .45 round, so your toast if hit. If your looking for the bigger stick this is it. its the modern Dirty Harry gun! not the M29 44mag anymore. 
Cost can range from $1200-1800 depending on where you buy it. But if your wanting quality this is it!
Heckler and Kock Website.

STG 77 (Steyr AUG)

The STG 77 (Sturmgewehr 77) more commonly known as the Steyr AUG, is an Austrian bullpup design assault rifle.

Manufacturer: Steyr Mannlicher GmbH & Co KG
Country: Steyr, Austria
Design Year: 1977
Years of Service: 1979-Present
Fire Mode: Selective Fire
Cartridge: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action: Gas piston operated, rotating bolt
Twist Rate: 1:9 rifling twist
Rate of Fire: 750 rounds/min
Muzzle Velocity: 3,182 ft/s
Effective Range: 300m (980 ft)
Maximum Range: 2,700m (8,900 ft)
Composite: High grade polymer and advanced alloy components
Weight: 7.1lb subcarbine, 7.9 lb standard
Length: 24.8in subcarbine, 31.1in standard
Barrel Length: 13.8in subcarbine, 20.0in standard


Bullpup refers to the magazine feed being behind the trigger, this allows the gun to be shorter and more compact without having to shorten the barrel.
AUG stands for "Armee Universal Gewehr" Which means "Universal Army Rifle".
The STG 77 was designed to be the main battle rifle for the Austrian Army, since 1979 many other countries have adopted it into their police and military forces.
Ambidextrous Rifle, and features interchangeable barrels that can be quickly switched out without breaking the gun down.

It is implemented with a 2-stage trigger, pulling it half way causes it to fire semi-automatically, pulling it all the way causes full auto fire.
The barrel features a 6 right-hand grooves and a rifling twist rate of 288mm (1:9).
This gun was made famous to the younger crowd do to the Call of Duty Franchise, which uses this gun in its Modern Warfare series.

The Steyr AUG is a excellent battle rifle, as well as a fun civilian semi-auto shooter, although illegal in California do to overall length, it can still be purchased in most states.
I love this gun because of its look, its long service life and simplicity of shooting. It is capable of almost all attachments.

AUG A1

AUG A2

AUG A3

Internals of the STG 77

HK G36

The German made assault rifle, Heckler & Koch G-36.

Manufacturer: Heckler & Kock
Country: Germany
Design Year: 1990-1995
Years of Service: 1997-Present
Fire Mode: Selective Fire
Cartridge: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action: Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Twist Rate: 1:7 rifling twist
Rate of Fire: 750 rounds/min
Muzzle Velocity: 3,018 ft/s
Effective Range: 800m (870 yd)
Composite: High grade polymer and advanced alloy components
Weight: 6.2lb G36C, 8.0lb G36
Length: 28.3in G36C, 39.3in G36, MG36
Barrel Length: 9.0in G36, 18.9in G36, MG36


The G-36 is a gas operated selective fire 5.56x45mm assault rifle designed by HK in the early 1990's.
Unlike most assault rifles the G-36 has a free floating barrel (does not make contact with the hand-guard). the G-36 has a Chrome-lined bore with 6 right hand grooves and a 1 in 178mm (1:7) rifling twist rate. This mean that the bullet does a full rotation in the barrel every 7 inches. The G36 has a rate of fire of 750 rounds per minute.

This gun is banned by California law, but is available in most states.
The G36 is a fun shooter, plus one of my personal favorites do to its distinct design, low recoil, built in sights, and just the beauty of it.

The G36 attachments include: Scope, grenade launcher, bayonet, flashlight, laser, fore-grip, silencer, and any type of top sight.

Currently there are 8 variations of this rifle
the most popular ones being the G36 (Standard), G36C (compact), MG36 ( machine gun),
G36KV ( export upgrade).

Heckler & Kock Website

G36KV

MG36

G36C

G36

Shooting time

Bryan Davidson