Bushmaster also states that they build quality guns. In my experience Bushmaster is crap. Sorry I don't drink the Kool-Aid from manufacturers.
The Hk416 has a track record but I have also recently heard that they are having some bolt issues.
Comparing piston systems that were designed from the ground up a la AK47, FAL, etc... is much different from a weapon that is essentially being redesigned/ retrofitted.
A perfect example of that is carrier tilt. No one really thought about it until it started becoming an issue.
I also don't give a rats ass about editors at gun rags. Many times they are given the weapons to do an evaluation and they also pay to advertise their stuff in the magazines.
Everyone is looking for the "wunderwaffen" when in reality all they need to do is practice good maintenance, replace parts and properly lube the weapon. You'd be surprised how many people still don't know how to properly lubricat their weapon.
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Originally Posted by REVN556
According to the LWRC website, "Our barrels can handle 20,000 rounds before replacement, as compared to 6,000-10,000 rounds on a standard M4." Other parts on the weapon wear as normal.
http://www.lwrci.com/t-technology.aspx
LWRC has a whole list of "features" on their website. Many reliability tests have been done and many editors are impressed. As far as combat use, I haven't read a review thus far. Torture tests reveal heat remains in the piston, as in the HK416. As far as DI being proven, yes you are correct. However I may add that piston is proven as well, just on other weapon platforms (AK variants, M14, etc.). This is one review I found online: http://www.lwrci.com/t-technology.aspx |