Federal Arms FA91

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Fallbackpuppet

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I had an opportunity to pick one of these up for cheap because it was ill treated. I have read all over the net both that they are junk and that they are fine rifles. What I do know is these rifles were made in the dark times of the late 90s early 2Ks when to be legal all of their parts were HK-91 parts purchased from H&K and mounted to an american made cast aluminum receiver. When I first got the rifle I cleaned it well, replaced the locking rollers (they were very worn), confirmed the correct head spacing, and mounted a scope. After it shot 3 round groups at 100 yards ranging from .5 to .75 inches. Being happy at that point I have since refinished it with Duracoat, and am in the process of deciding on new furniture. I have linked before and after pictures, and welcome comments and thoughts.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ox6p6irbi6h67lm/after.jpg?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/8x2vze11jtr00p5/before.jpg?dl=0
 
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doorgunner

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I'm glad that you took a leap of faith and just went with it. I've always liked G3 style rifles. As for the internet chatter, it doesn't matter what brand of car/truck/TV/gun you buy, someone has always had a lemon, no matter the brand. You've done a great job, personally, I like the furniture ( as long as the stock is the polymers not wood type).
 

Fallbackpuppet

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Yes it is and the rail is just part of the casting so you don't have to worry about it being loose, level, or any of the other concerns one might have with a bolt on rail.

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