View Full Version : Jumped in with an FN SCAR
After debating over what rifle to start with for a couple of years I finally picked a black SCAR 16 for my first.
Put 200 rounds through it last week end and had a blast.
http://img.tapatalk.com/621285a9-9e46-e6d9.jpg
:)
battlin bulldog
03-21-2012, 03:27
congrats. I had looked at those for a while myself. i personally thought they look funny but are great weapons.
RatDrall
03-21-2012, 04:32
I shot one for the first time last weekend.
I believe that the SCAR, at least the .308 one I shot, is the pinnacle of doitall firearm technology. Seriously, a compact, folding, .308 that fires with less recoil than an AK and is accurate (and authoritative) as far as one can see...
Glockdude1
03-21-2012, 05:02
Congrats on the new rifle.
:cool:
Thank you guys. I am enjoying it quite a bit. Still considering optics.
Looks great man! Congrats on the new rifle. I have a 17 myself. You cant go wrong with either option. What optics are you considering? I have had my 17 for almost a year now and I still cant make a definite decision on optics.
fuzzy03cls
03-21-2012, 08:30
Whenever I have the $ a .308 scar in black is my next gun.
Very nice, FN makes wonderful stuff :)
Damn I am jealous lol. I held one in the gunshop a couple weeks ago when I picked up my AR. I am stocking up on ammo and reloading supplies right now, but after that is done I am saving my money and buying a SCAR 17. Will probably get rid of my AR in .308 to help fund it, but they are awesome weapons and I think FN makes great products. Only thing now is I have held a POF and LWRC, which is throwing a wrench in my decision now lol. Lack of aftermarket parts from FN is the only downside to me.... Congrats and sorry for my rant
RatDrall
03-22-2012, 04:40
Lack of aftermarket parts from FN is the only downside to me....
No need for aftermarket anything, they come perfect from the factory. Like a BMW but.... The perfect shooting machine.
Wow! That sure is an nice F'n gun! I hope you enjoy the F'n heck out of it!
PlasticGuy
03-22-2012, 15:07
I love the SCAR platform. I have a 16, and have three 17's. I have one with an Aimpoint, one with a 2x ACOG, and one with a Leupold Tactical. My favorite is the ACOG. Perfect for almost anything. Congrats.
Had the tan one, sold it and went back to the M4 setup. Watch your hands when you rack that charging handle wtih an optic on it ;)
They're really nice guns, but they don't offer anything that the AR doesn't. They are something different though hope you like it
PlasticGuy
03-23-2012, 03:01
...They're really nice guns, but they don't offer anything that the AR doesn't. They are something different though hope you like it
I will intentionally avoid the piston vs. direct impingement issue with this, because I really don't want this thread to nosedive down that rabbit hole. I will say that the SCAR 16 is a much better option if running a short barrel and/or a suppressor, and the SCAR 17 kicks the crap out of any AR10 variant in every way possible (except maybe long range sniping).
AK_Stick
03-23-2012, 03:18
well and aftermarket support, and accuracy, and depending upon model, magazine availability.
but back on topic, SCAR's are awesome rifles. I think you'll come to enjoy it OP. If you are considering SBR'ing it, make sure to do your homework. Extra/spare/replacement barrels are about as rare as hens teeth.
matt_lowry123
03-23-2012, 12:42
I want a scar 17 bad!!!!
Looks great man! Congrats on the new rifle. I have a 17 myself. You cant go wrong with either option. What optics are you considering? I have had my 17 for almost a year now and I still cant make a definite decision on optics.
I'd basically like a 1x/4x Elcan SpecterDR .. but for about half price lol.
Congrats! My first "black" rifle was an FDE SCAR-16S. A fantastic rifle for sure. I'm a big FN fan.
Here's mine:
http://i1042.photobucket.com/albums/b425/racer88_bucket/Gun%20Stuff/SCAR-16S-grip-pod.jpg
I have a SCAR 16-S. I just wish the barrel was shorter!
steve1911
03-27-2012, 22:46
Congrats!
Very nice
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faawrenchbndr
03-27-2012, 22:53
Not really a fan of the looks of the SCAR.
I am a big FN fan!
I am also a fan of SHOOTING the SCAR,......it's amazing!
Congrats!
Glockdude1
03-28-2012, 06:17
I have a SCAR 16-S. I just wish the barrel was shorter!
www.hi-desertdog.com
:cool:
Nine Shooter
03-28-2012, 10:19
I wish PMags would fit these without having to be modified.
I wish PMags would fit these without having to be modified.
The newest PMAGs are GTG with SCARS with no modification.
Nine Shooter
03-28-2012, 14:18
The newest PMAGs are GTG with SCARS with no modification.
Really? Regular PMAGs or the new PMAG 30 M3's that are supposed to be coming out this year?
I ordered a few extra fn mags to hold me over until these pmags make it out.
I decided to go with a Leupold 1.25-4x20mm VR-R Zombie with American Defense mount. (http://www.midwayusa.com/product/873359/leupold-vx-r-zombie-rifle-scope-30mm-tube-125-4x-20mm-illuminated-zombie-green-dot-spr-reticle-matte)
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/Club%20Stuff%20to%20help/Guns/DSCN2130.jpg
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/Club%20Stuff%20to%20help/Guns/DSCN2131.jpg
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/Club%20Stuff%20to%20help/Guns/DSCN2132.jpg
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/2012-03-28_16-29-25-1.jpg
I didn't actually find the big Zombie label super appealing but I really like the green dot.
faawrenchbndr
03-28-2012, 17:15
Sweet glass,........that Zombie logo would have to go if it were me.
May have to look into one. I have a Mark AR 1.5-4.....love it!
Illuminated dot reticle whould be the bomb!
I decided to go with a Leupold 1.25-4x20mm VR-R Zombie with American Defense mount. (http://www.midwayusa.com/product/873359/leupold-vx-r-zombie-rifle-scope-30mm-tube-125-4x-20mm-illuminated-zombie-green-dot-spr-reticle-matte)
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/Club%20Stuff%20to%20help/Guns/DSCN2130.jpg
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/Club%20Stuff%20to%20help/Guns/DSCN2131.jpg
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/Club%20Stuff%20to%20help/Guns/DSCN2132.jpg
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q49/thej_photos/2012-03-28_16-29-25-1.jpg
I didn't actually find the big Zombie label super appealing but I really like the green dot.
Very Nice :)
The Pirate
03-28-2012, 18:59
I like it!
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I ordered a few extra fn mags to hold me over until these pmags make it out.
are you talking about the SCAR 16 or 17 because I use plain jane GI mags for the 16 and they work fine
Sweet glass,........that Zombie logo would have to go if it were me.
May have to look into one. I have a Mark AR 1.5-4.....love it!
Illuminated dot reticle whould be the bomb!
Yeah I'm considering switching covers and maybe a sharpie cover up.... but I really like the green dot. You can get the identical optic without the zombie stuff but only in red dot..
are you talking about the SCAR 16 or 17 because I use plain jane GI mags for the 16 and they work fine
I've had other tell me that as well. Have you checked for any unusual wear?
http://fnforum.net/forums/fn-scar-16s/18100-check-all-your-mags-especially-pmags-but-check-all-mags-12.html
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_24/356846_SCAR_16_Unusual_Bolt_Wear.html
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