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Old 03-15-2010, 10:54 AM   #1
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Question Ar-15/m16 .22 lr conversion kit/magazine combo- special

LINK>>BROWNELLS : AR-15/M16 .22 LR CONVERSION KIT/MAGAZINE COMBO- SPECIAL - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools

It comes with 3 Magazines.

Anyone use a conversion like this before?
 
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:01 AM   #2
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Looks pretty similiar to the one I have here CMMG : CMMG AR-15/M16 .22 LR CONVERSION KIT - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools. I like everything about my kit except loading the magazine.
 
Old 03-15-2010, 02:01 PM   #3
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Yes, but I use the one from Spikes Tactical:

.22LR conversion kit for AR-15 [ST2C10x] - $199.99 : Spikes Tactical


Way better quality, stainless steel, and has o-rings to keep it centered in the barrel/chamber.
 
Old 03-15-2010, 03:34 PM   #4
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Looks pretty similiar to the one I have here CMMG : CMMG AR-15/M16 .22 LR CONVERSION KIT - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools. I like everything about my kit except loading the magazine.
They are the people that make the unit I've posted the link for. Lol! This deal offers 3 magazines!

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Old 03-15-2010, 03:36 PM   #5
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Yes, but I use the one from Spikes Tactical:

.22LR conversion kit for AR-15 [ST2C10x] - $199.99 : Spikes Tactical


Way better quality, stainless steel, and has o-rings to keep it centered in the barrel/chamber.
Thats a cool unit, too!
I like the o'ring idea.
 
Old 03-15-2010, 03:56 PM   #6
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They are the people that make the unit I've posted the link for. Lol! This deal offers 3 magazines!
I guess I didn't read too far into the description. Yea well I like my conversion kit, but like I said the magazines are a PITA to load. There is one company out there I know of that makes a speed loader for them, but it will cost you another 2 bills for that.
 
Old 03-15-2010, 04:16 PM   #7
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I guess I didn't read too far into the description. Yea well I like my conversion kit, but like I said the magazines are a PITA to load. There is one company out there I know of that makes a speed loader for them, but it will cost you another 2 bills for that.
Load the magazines to full capacity and let them sit for 2 weeks.

The springs in the Black Dog magazines are very stiff from the factory. By leaving them fully compressed for an extended period, they'll soften up just enough. It'll be much easier to load the mags, but won't compress the springs too much so that they no longer load the rounds appropriately.

Give it a shot. You'll thank me.

Oh, and buy lots of spare mags. I load all mine up and then go out and have fun. Keeps from having to stop and reload every time I empty one (and they go fast... lol).
 
Old 03-15-2010, 04:31 PM   #8
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Thanks for the tips!
That's a Great idea!
 
Old 03-22-2010, 10:04 PM   #9
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Talking Here it is!

This is the Brownell's .22LR conversion
It comes with 3 'Black Dog Machine' 27 round magazines.
I loaded these Mag's with CCI Mini-Mag .22 LR, 40 grain, 1235FPS, copper coated round nose ammo.
I hope the copper coated bullets will minimize leading problems.

Taking it out to play tomorrow. Will report bacK.


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Old 03-23-2010, 07:07 AM   #10
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U-Tube review by Nothin fancy

YouTube - CMMG .22 AR-15 Conversion: Freedom to Shoot Again!
 
Old 03-23-2010, 01:21 PM   #11
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Thumbs up 'Wow! Its a HOOT!

Well, per the Video^^^ I applied a very lite coating of anti-cease to the snout of the bolt.
I then went to the 'Uber Secret TEST Center', (Thanks Jay) and ran 200 rounds through the
Converted AR-15.
Wow! Its a hoot! Max range is about 50 yards due to the low power of the 22LR round, before bullet drop starts being a factor.
I had 9 miss-fires. The firing pin barely makes a mark on the rim-fire rounds.
This may improve as the bolt 'breaks-in.
The opposite can be said for my GSG5.(its a Hammer)
Its well worth the investment. Way less expensive that a complete 22LR Top for your AR.
Would I do it again? You bet.
I just got back from Wal-Marche with 500 rounds and spent a little over $30.00.
This is gonna be a great training tool!

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Old 03-23-2010, 09:50 PM   #12
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I was surprised at the accuracy on mine, granted it was not match quality but did very well for a 10 second conversion. They are definately worth the money IMO also.
 
Old 03-25-2010, 09:30 PM   #13
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Thumbs up Epilogue...

Ran another 150 rounds through the conversion today. Not a problem. I switched to CCI Mini-Max Hollow Points. No problems to report while shooting.

However the 'Clean-up' after shooting 400 rounds through the conversion took an hour.
I used a Copper cleaner on the bore, and 12 patches 6 soaked in Break-Free.
(I did this because the CCI ammo is Copper coated)
Mopped the inside of the receiver out and re-lubed the trigger face.

Reloaded the three Magazines and its ready to go again!
 
Old 03-26-2010, 03:09 AM   #14
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Also from Brownells...

CHRISTIE & CHRISTIE : CHRISTIE & CHRISTIE MAGAZINE LOADER - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools
 
Old 03-27-2010, 11:24 AM   #15
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Great find!

Great find! Thanks Coug!!
 
Old 03-30-2010, 12:10 PM   #16
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I have heard good things about the conversions but I went with a dedicated CMMG upper. I have a few thousand rounds of Federal bulk pack though mine. It is awsome.

Here is a link to the loaders even cheeper and you can pick up a spare extractor or mags at the same time, Loader AR-15/M16-.22LR Thumb Loader by Christie's Products
 
Old 04-01-2010, 07:43 AM   #17
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Awsome! I love saving money!
Thanks everyone for your tips and suggestions!
Jim
 
Old 10-16-2010, 05:07 PM   #18
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Progress update...

Well, its been a while since I last posted on the .22 conversion.
I took your advice and ordered a couple of accessories.
A CHRISTIE & CHRISTIE MAGAZINE LOADER
(Thanks Guy's)! Great idea!
And a Disassembly Tool and Cleaning brush.
Got them BOTH through "Black Dog Machine"
They are in Middleton, ID
www.blackdogmachinelic.net


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Old 10-17-2010, 09:16 AM   #19
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Hmm I wonder why there hasnt been a 22 mag version or any of the 1.7 calibers
 
Old 10-18-2010, 07:04 AM   #20
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Dunno! If there was a way/demand I'm pretty sure CMMG or, Black Dog would have done it.
 
Old 10-25-2010, 06:04 PM   #21
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Talking It's just That EZ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iE51J...1&feature=fvwp

YouTube - Brownells - CMMG .22LR Conversion Kit


YouTube - cmmg 22 kit

(I use a lite coating of anti-sieze compound on the 22LR adapter snout, just to make sure it slides in and out w/o problems. So far None have shown up).

YouTube - CMMG .22lr conversion kit demo

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Old 10-25-2010, 06:39 PM   #22
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The Final Chapter: 300 foot (100 yard/ 91.44m) Card Shoot - Who's your Daddy?

It's windy and , he's using iron sights.
Hell, I can barley see the BOX!

YouTube - The Final Chapter: 300 foot (100 yard/ 91.44m) Card Shoot - Who's your Daddy? ;)
 
Old 11-11-2010, 09:17 PM   #23
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Brownell's has the 'KIT' on SALE again!
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Old 02-28-2011, 09:39 AM   #24
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Arrow UP DATE! STAG Arms AR-15 .22LR Conversion Kit

LOOKY>>STAG Arms AR-15 .22LR Conversion Kit

At just over $200 the STAG kit more than compares to the more expensive .22LR AR-15 uppers and full guns out there. This kit is a little quirky with its cleaning requirements and details about how to use it, but from STAG, a national leader in quality ARs, the details are worth it.

I like this kit too. (have not shot one yet)
It uses a 'FULL SIZE' looking magazine. I prefer this style as opposed to the smaller narrower stick mag's.

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