I was going to hold off on posting a pic until I actually took possession, but since this thread has become active again, figured I'd throw this up. Specifically the tan thing at the end of the barrel. I wasn't sure what my financial situation would be a year from now, so found this on sale back in October and pulled the trigger and it's been sitting in a safe until now. Also still waiting for the paperwork for the Colt lower to make the overall package more correct, but it was enjoyable to put a few rounds through the can, especially with just ear plugs in (I usually wear double protection for rifles). In another 6 months, maybe it will finally leave my FFL's safe...and maybe Surefire will finally get their muzzle devices back in stock for my other rifles.
I asked for one of those for my birthday, but I guess no one thought I was serious. Did you learn any pearls of wisdom in going through the NFA shuffle to get that thing?
I agree with you... A4s was indeed controversial; however, his positive influence on AW far outweighed the negative. He could be arrogant & caustic at times, but he definitely had style, a fine sense of humour, and a ton of good info regarding both Naval & commercial aviation, and guns. In addition, his command of the language, and writing style was unique. As is normal for a controversial personality, many here will disagree with me and that's OK. I still think that AW has lost a bit of "pizzazz" since A4s departed, and I for one... miss that elderly, sassy character!I miss ol' A4s comments and gun savvy. More interesting reading his comments than those from some self appointed "Oracles" who have been crop dusted too many times.
I agree with you... A4s was indeed controversial; however, his positive influence on AW far outweighed the negative. He could be arrogant & caustic at times, but he definitely had style, a fine sense of humour, and a ton of good info regarding both Naval & commercial aviation, and guns. In addition, his command of the language, and writing style was unique. As is normal for a controversial personality, many here will disagree with me and that's OK. I still think that AW has lost a bit of "pizzazz" since A4s departed, and I for one... miss that elderly, sassy character!
BzB
Spot on. This place is far worse off without him and those like him.
I agree with you... A4s was indeed controversial; however, his positive influence on AW far outweighed the negative. He could be arrogant & caustic at times, but he definitely had style, a fine sense of humour, and a ton of good info regarding both Naval & commercial aviation, and guns. In addition, his command of the language, and writing style was unique. As is normal for a controversial personality, many here will disagree with me and that's OK. I still think that AW has lost a bit of "pizzazz" since A4s departed, and I for one... miss that elderly, sassy character!
BzB
You find the Walther to be temperamental?
AW has lost its pizzazz for sure, whether he is here or not.