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- The author’s updated M1A is more than just a platform for showing off enhancements. Everything from the Vltor Emod buttstock to the Gemtech Sandstorm suppressor has a place on the battlefield.
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- Despite weighing 56 percent less than typical steel suppressors, the Gemtech Sandstorm still offers 32 decibels of sound reduction.
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- The author’s ultimate M1A also includes a Smith Enterprise Vortex combination muzzle brake/suppressor adapter and gas-cylinder plugs.
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- The author’s ultimate M1A also includes a Smith Enterprise Vortex combination muzzle brake/suppressor adapter and gas-cylinder plugs.
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- The Leupold Mark 4 LR/T M2 3.5-10×40 mm Illuminated Reticle scope is an ideal match for the M1A. Available in a flat dark earth finish, it matches the rifle perfectly.
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- The stock telescopes to adjust for length of pull, and it has dual storage tubes for carrying spare CR123-size batteries.
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- A compartment in the buttstock is ideal for storing essential gear like cleaning supplies.
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- Unlike a conventional bipod, which typically is affixed to the underside of the rifle, the Vltor Epod mounts to each side of a rifle’s quad-rail fore-end, lowering the center of gravity to produce a more stable platform.
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- QD mounts, like the A.R.M.S No. 72, are yet another of the features added by the author in his build. They feature an anti-harmonic system that helps protect optics.
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- Unlike a conventional bipod, which typically is affixed to the underside of the rifle, the Vltor Epod mounts to each side of a rifle’s quad-rail fore-end, lowering the center of gravity to produce a more stable platform.
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- Aggressive texturing on the pistol grip portion of the Vltor stock provides ample purchase for effective use under a variety of conditions.
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- The ability to attach Picatinny rails to the Vltor CAS-M1A ventilated handguard enables the classic battle rifle to meet modern tactical needs with plenty of room for mounting accessories.
Tags: 7.62 NATO, A.R.M.S. Inc., Leupold, M1A, semi-auto rifles, Smith Enterprise, Vltor
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can i purchase this ultimate m1a somewhere or just have to build it/