07-21-2011, 16:27
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Thor Global Defence - Thor 408 ??
Has anyone run into this weapon? Or the 408 round? or the company?
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I know that there are a couple companies trying to create alternatives to the 50 BMG and .338 laqua.
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http://www.thorgdg.com/products/weapons/thor-m408
Advantages:
- Accuracy – Due to harmonics and a more stable shooting platform as well as an accurized assembly, the accuracy of the M408 is greatly enhanced. Guaranteed sub-MOA.
- Recoil – The M408 model substantially reduces recoil, allowing for quicker follow up shots
- Balance – Increased balance designed to work better with suppressor
- Transport – Carry handle allows for convenient transport
- Adjustable cheek piece
- Enhanced machine process
- KRIEGER barrel
- Military model used worldwide by Special Forces units
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07-21-2011, 18:11
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Didn't Mark Wahlberg use one of these in "Shooter"?
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07-21-2011, 18:26
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Originally Posted by koz
Didn't Mark Wahlberg use one of these in "Shooter"?
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It was a Cheytac .408 that was used in Shooter. 
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07-21-2011, 18:29
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It was a Cheytac .408 that was used in Shooter. |
The Thor also fire the 408 Cheytac..
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07-21-2011, 18:36
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The Thor also fire the 408 Cheytac..
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I was simply pointing out that the rifle actually used in the movie was the Cheytac and not the TGD version chambered for .408.
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07-21-2011, 19:42
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It was a Cheytac .408 that was used in Shooter. |
Oh - I guess the changed firing pin got me confused... 
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07-22-2011, 01:28
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Oh - I guess the changed firing pin got me confused... |
I hear the FP switch has been troublesome for others as well.
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