For the either (but more focused on the 9mm) what's the estimated longevity on these? I know the DB alloy had the side plates for some longevity improvements.
Also for packability how does this compare to a DB alloy size wise?
Would it be possible to do a blade style buffer tube adapter? I've seen some online, basically think it cuts the thickness down to just the indexing rail on the bottom. Would keep it really thin.
I stripped it cleaned it, checked for loose gas key, checked the gas block for alignment and being fully open, confirmed those are all good.
Checked springs and guide rod, those are good too.
Confirmed extractor pin was not broken, I did go ahead and swap the extractor with another FM one.
New extractor has really positive grab on the case, and flicks the round out well both handheld and cycling the action. Significantly harder to install due to spring pressure.
Have had a pretty wide range of mags through it, multiple pmag 30 and 20 round mags which are known good from other rifles.
Hell yeah. Just looking out in case it's someone new