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Bushmaster Patrolman's Carbine .223 Rem., $1230
From the 10-01-2007 Issue of Gun TestsClassification:Long Guns
Category:Rifles
Model Name:Patrolman's Carbine
Manufacturer:Bushmaster Firearms
Model Number:BCWA3F 16M4
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Our Bushmaster Patrolmans Carbine was yet another interpretation of the flat-top AR. The base price of this model was $1230 including the Fiberite Six Position adjustable stock and A2 front sight. But we picked several options to bring it into spec with our other carbines. A 4 Rail Free-Floater Forend (YHM-9479) was in place plus an Ergo Sure Grip (ARG- KIT). With another Ergo Sure Grip clamped to the bottom forend rail (ARG-FWD), we thought we were seeing double.
The forend grip could be placed anywhere along the bottom rail as long as it was far enough forward to clear the magazine. A large knob with a coin or screwdriver slot and knurled edges held the grip in place. With two pistol style grips in place, our stance took on a narrower profile. This would be especially advantageous when traveling down a hallway or taking cover in a tight space. The forend itself appeared to be fatter. This was because the rails were covered with slip-on Sure Grip rail covers featuring the Bushmaster logo, (SCH-6L). The rail covers created a smooth, rounded feel to the forend and increased its overall width by about 0.3 inches.
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Ruger Hawkeye Tactical HM77VLEH 308 Win., $1172
From the 04-01-2010 Issue of Gun TestsClassification:Long Guns
Category:Rifles
Model Name:Hawkeye Tactical
Manufacturer:Ruger
Model Number:HM77VLEH 308 Winchester
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Tactical bolt-action rifles are pretty easy to spot. Typically, they utilize a composite stock with pronounced pistol grip, oversize bolt handle and fire from a heavy barrel. The military models are camouflage or earth tone in color, and the law-enforcement models are usually black. Accuracy, strength, and simplicity are key attributes. Can a tactical rifle serve as a hunting rifle? Were not saying one cant. Its just that a tactical rifle typically weighs more than a hunting model. The heavy barrel enhances the ability to maintain accuracy throughout repeat fire and excessive heat.
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Kel-Tec SU-16CA 5.56 NATO/223 Rem., $890
From the 03-01-2010 Issue of Gun TestsClassification:Long Guns
Category:Rifles
Model Name:SU-16CA
Manufacturer:Kel-Tec
Model Number:5.56 NATO/223 Rem.
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(GunReports.com)--Florida-based Kel-Tec CNC Industries Inc. has carved a niche in manufacturing small, lightweight pistols which feature simple no-nonsense designs. The SU-16CA follows this same philosophy. The barrel and mechanism are constructed 4140 steel with the balance of the gun constructed of Zytel, a reinforced plastic polymer. Additionally, the barrel is chrome lined for corrosion resistance and has a twist of 1:9. It comes with ½-28 threads, but no flash hider is supplied. Instead, a knurled cap serves as a thread protector. The SU-16CA was by far the least expensive rifle in our tests.
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