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  1. How much better is forged?

    The M14
    I have recently build an M14 with all USGI parts. It was a blast to build and the rifle shoots straight and true. But I worry I may have skipped out on the receiver. Instead of going for a forged one from LBR I went for an investment casting from SAI. I've had no troubles with it, but I am...

  2. When will my completely non-USGI SAI M1A break?

    The M14
    I recently bought a SAI M1A "Loaded" that is 100% made from SAI cast parts (no USGI parts whatsoever). I plan on using this rifle as my main hog hunting gun, and I really hate it when things go wrong on a hunt. If I shoot this rifle frequently, after how many rounds will something break or go...
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