It may not display this or other websites correctly. Made from premium-grade, vegetable-tanned leather, the Burdette Custom Holsters Detective SA-35 holster is a custom outside-the-waistband (OWB) model for the Springfield Armory SA-35 semi-automatic pistol. Now, I will say the targets at 1000, were man-sized, but I was still blown away. I wont waste any time in saying that the POF Revolution is an excellent rifle. The ammunition is heavy and relatively expensive, and the mags are bulky compared to 5.56 mags. California recently rushed through legislation making it unlawful to communicate to those under 18 about broad categories of firearms, parts, and accessories. For this review, I was loaned a 16 direct impingement POF Revolution chambered in 308 win. The design has five gas settings for normal and suppressed operation, or it can be shut off entirely. It could also be useful if you were shooting suppressed and wanted to cycle the rifle manually to keep it as quiet as possible. The POF USA line of AR 15 rifles include the POF 308 and the POF 415 tactical rifles. DeSomma did say that he conducted extensive destructive testing on the rifle and is extremely confident in its durability. When POF says this rifle is a .308 thats the size of an AR-15, its true! Not just send it back in non working order and basically say go pound sand. Contributing Editor for RifleShooter Magazine, Brad Fitzpatrick gives us a review of this modernized version of an iconic favorite. RifleShooter Magazine editor Scott Rupp breaks down all the features of the Mossberg Patriot Predator rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC. Theres no big buildup of carbon on the bolt and carrier, so you dont need to laboriously scrub down the action. POFs Gen 4 lower features pictogram safety markings, plus a fully ambidextrous safety, magazine release and bolt release. This brake does a good job managing recoil and muzzle rise but, like most brakes, it increases the muzzle blast. In a single range session, we fired more than 200 rounds from the bench, and were none the worse for wear. . DeSomma spent nearly two years developing the Revolution, and what he found was that numerous .223 parts could be used. POF-USAs Revolution possesses all the accuracy of a heavier, harder-kicking, bolt-action rifle in a trim, lightweight, autoloading package. POF had to extract and replace parts. The fact that it works fine for a few magazines doesnt tell me anything. You spend that kinda money on a rifle, you expect it to work, and at the very least for them to remedy their mistake. (Loading and firing only one round in a magazine is a great way to decrease ammo consumption during this process.) I put a Calvin Elite in it and now she rocks. The Revolution sports an effective three-baffle muzzle brake to reduce felt recoil. POF-USA outfits the rifles fluted barrel with a three-port muzzle brake designed to control gas dispersion and reduce muzzle rise. I shot one several months back. Machined from billet aluminum, the lower features an integral, enlarged trigger guard and is completely bilateral. Its numerous innovations and well-executed. It also pushes back slightly on the case while the extractor is pulling it from the chamber. Guns, The concept of having one rifle that does everything is not new, but it is a hard concept to realize. The test_cookie is set by doubleclick.net and is used to determine if the user's browser supports cookies. Any store selling ammunition will have some on hand, so whether youre on a hunt or theres some sort of emergency, youll be able to find it. I got my Rogue a few weeks ago, I've played with a few parts and running function tests but haven't gotten my scope yet to start load development (should be here today). The Rogue comes with a stainless steal 1-8" twist barrel. cartridge. It is evident that the team at POF put a lot of thought into this design and carried through with high standards in their manufacturing and assembly. But very sorry to hear your experience, hope they straighten it out. Patriot Ordnance Factory 01666 Revolution *CA Compliant 308 Win,7 . or 6.5 Creedmoor is no easy task, but the size and weight reduction from doing so benefits all AR-pattern rifle shooters. I also noticed a unique feature about POFs bolt carrier group that greatly slows the cycle time of the entire assembly. The bolt and barrel extension where the bolt locks close behind the chamber required serious design effort by POF. The slight increase in overall diameter is necessary to fit the .308s case head. Seems quite shortsighted of them. This is great for component life and reduces the violence with which the rifle extracts and cycles. magazines and the larger bolt-face diameter required to fit around the case head. POFs ambidextrous lower receiver allows for complete functionality of the bolt catch, bolt release and magazine release for either left- or right-handed shooters. Many steps from either poor programing, tool offset, or fixturing. the bolt release is large and functions well. Because theres nothing else like the Revolution. i have pulsar thermion xp50 and trash panda putting on mine, So I had a major epiphany today. It is a small problem, but many companies have fixed this by using a shorter switch on the lesser used side. They take a lot of time and money to test. That is exactly what makes it so revolutionary. Chris Johnson, FN Senior Product Manager, walks us through two new FN striker-fired pistols at SHOT Show 2023: the FN 510 Tactical, chambered in 10mm Auto, and the FN 545 Tactical, chambered in .45 ACP. There are a handful of AR-pattern rifles that feature bolts fabricated from exotic alloys. Traditional 7.62 NATO rifles, such as the G3/HK91, FAL and M1A/M14, are all heavy, with the handling qualities of a 71 Buick on skinny bias-ply tires. I spoke with Frank DeSomma, owner of POF-USA, about the Revolution DI and he was hesitant to share the materials he was using to create the bolt and extractor. Texas Gulf Coast/Kansas. He was a marine and he came up with many of the modern pistol fighting techniques; helped invent the 10 mm round, and had this idea for the ultimate general-purpose rifle, his one rifle. Some of the weight savings are due to the reduced size of the receiver set. We ran well over 1000 rounds through the Revolution without a single malfunction, using a variety of ammo types. I don't plan to ever bench it after sight in. 34". The company mounts the Revolutions gas block in the rifle position rather than carbine or mid-length locations, which increases the dwell time and lowers the bolt carriers velocity. JavaScript is disabled. The Revolution .308 AR from POF-USA takes the .308 Win. I'm waiting for more video reviews of the Rogue before I grab one. On the defensive side, it can penetrate intermediate barriers and outmuscle lesser intermediate cartridges. This rifle has fully ambidextrous controls. Unlike your typical AR handguard, it is robustly anchored in six spots. This small pressure helps unseat the spent case from the chamber. Recoil was easy to manage, and the muzzle stayed flat while running various drills. None of that matters if the gun doesnt work. All Local Sales are FREE! Caleb Giddings, Marketing Manager at Taurus, introduces the all-new TaurusTX 22 Compact. Kimber's Hunter Pro Desolve Blak takes the firm's more affordable mountain rifle to new heights. Im glad others have gotten good stuff from them, but I definitely feel your pain after having dealt with their lack of customer service. This restriction is made under protest, but we have to do this to comply with Californias infringement on the freedoms of speech and association of the NRA and our members, supporters, and the general public. Next post: Testing the new AGM Adder TS35-384, Previous post: Expect Background Check Delays As New Federal Gun Control Rolls Out, Your email address will not be published. Historically this means the larger the cartridge, the larger the rifle that shoots it, and the lighter the rifle, the less abuse it can take. The single best .308 semi around is still the M1-A. Also not impressed with the poor machine work on every part. This lower has all controls; bolt release, mag release, and safety on both sides of the gun, so you can easily reach everything from either side that you choose. At first glance, the only indication that the gun is anything other than a .223 rifle is the pregnant-looking magazine well, designed to take Magpul .308 Win. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. My local gunsmith just happened to be going to Arizona for a match and he was kind enough to drop them off at their door. Additionally, this patented design guides and supports the operating rod. Even so, the Revolution will appeal to many who desire a rifle capable of performing a variety of diverse tasks. You have some avalible,? Could I put a 22 to 24 Barrel length on it? . Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. These features combine to create an exceptionally smooth action. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Soon, you will not be able to get ANY of it. Having an AR-15s bolt carrier group with such light reciprocating mass in a .308-chambered rifle could easily cause it to cycle so fast that the bolt carrier group runs faster than the magazine can feed it. POF uses a single-stage drop-in trigger that consistently breaks at 4.5 pounds. OK, not best for close in defense. On POFs shortened design, there is only one. accuracy guarantee on the Revolution, and our results proved the rifle is capable of surpassing that goal. Now I know what youre thinking, a less than 7 pound AR that shoots 308 has to kick harder than the tenth shot of tequila. To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. I finally caved and swapped the factory stock out on mine today. Frank DeSomma, owner and founder of Patriot Ordnance Factory, instead decided to give people exactly what they had been asking foran AR-15-size platform chambered for the .308 Win. Close examination of the Revolution DIs bolt showed that the bolt lugs are shorter and the overall diameter is slightly larger than a regular AR-15 bolt. The whole Revolution DI gas block adjustment took me between two and three minutes. Got rifle back 3/5 with significant part changes. pull. This is an Alexa Analytics cookie that is used to track user behavior. boy it doesnt kick anything like the rogue though!!! The bolt carrier group. shot great with and without can . First round was a nightmare trying to figure out which way to go with the scope to dial it in. The dry weight of most similar rifles is closer to 9 pounds. "It truly is an AR-15 that shoots .308 rounds," DeSomma said. Garrett Negen has a wide variety of skills and interests. The carrier itself is AR-15 size and not the hulking piece found in an AR-10. Quantserve sets the mc cookie to anonymously track user behaviour on the website. At first glance, the only indication that the gun is anything other than a .223 rifle is the pregnant-looking magazine well, designed to take Magpul .308 Win. I am pleased. POF does have some available. Cheers. POF Revolution DI .308 Win Specs Action: Direct Impingement Semiauto Chambering: .308 Win (tested), 6.5 Creedmoor Capacity: 20 Barrel: 16.5" (tested), 18.5" Muzzle Device: POF Triple Chamber Brake Collapsed Length: 34" Forend: POF Renegade 14.5" with M-LOK and Rails Bolt Carrier: POF Key-Lock DI 5.56 Lower Assembly: Billet POF GEN4 Ambi Call it what it is, an AR platform. The bolt, extractor and firing pin are hard-chromed a wise choice for these high-stress parts. (tested) Stock: MFT, adjustable Grip: MFT Length of Pull: 11.5 in. Ive been tossing around the idea of buying or building a small frame .308. This particular rifle would be a kicker, expensive and not legal in many NRA type matches, and certainly you would not want a .308 in three gun. This cookie, set by YouTube, registers a unique ID to store data on what videos from YouTube the user has seen. You should post pictures of the bad machining to show others or it really doesnt mean much, as the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. I have a few POF's 223 and 308 love their accuracy and havent had a problem with either yet. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. A variation of the _gat cookie set by Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager to allow website owners to track visitor behaviour and measure site performance. You can easily shoot 3/4 inch groups at 100 yards with the Revolution, but what is most impressive, is when you start to stretch things out. Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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A bit surprised it doesn't come with a hard case but I knew that before purchasing. POF is know for its innovations. This is due to its availability, the maturity of the cartridge, variety of loads, quality of ammunition, exterior ballistics, terminal performance and penetration of intermediate barriers.