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Forward Assist or No?

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November 22, 2017, 09:28 PM
sns3guppy
Forward Assist or No?
quote:
Originally posted by GrumpyBiker:
In line with Para's opinion on BUIS, there's no good reason not to have them.

As for myself I've used a FA multiple times both in & out of the Corps.


In both recruit training and his combat school, no rifle my son saw had iron sights: only red dot. Not only did the USMC never teach the use of iron sights, but none were present on the weapons. Times have changed.
November 22, 2017, 10:51 PM
Bisleyblackhawk
quote:
Originally posted by RAMIUS:
Ok, you guys talked me into it, I'll stick with the upper with forward assist. Many good reasons given, thanks. Feel free to keep giving your opinions on the matter!

I went with the Aero Precision M4E1 Enhanced upper to fit the Aero Lower. Decided to go with FDE color scheme...just because I don't have that color.


That's a great upper...you will not be disappointed Smile


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November 22, 2017, 11:52 PM
Tommydogg
Sometimes a good rifle but "tap" to the ground works as well. I wish my Tavor had a forward assist!


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November 23, 2017, 09:46 PM
Texas Bob C.
If you could have a button on the side of your receiver that could save your life, why not?
November 23, 2017, 09:56 PM
Killer Instincts
Have had to use it after a malfunction, after debarking from a CH47 in a dustfield and getting engaged.

I was glad it was there.



November 23, 2017, 11:59 PM
JJexp
quote:
Originally posted by Tommydogg:
Sometimes a good rifle but "tap" to the ground works as well. I wish my Tavor had a forward assist!


Mortaring an ar is a good way to inadvertently catch a round to the head, and is not in the best practices book.
November 24, 2017, 06:46 AM
Mars_Attacks
I've had to use mine a couple or so times.


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November 24, 2017, 09:48 AM
RNshooter
I reflexively touch my FA after chambering a round. It's a comforting habit.

Bruce





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