BCGs
- Thread starter Shemp
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i like the bcm milspec bolt carriers. my current go-to has a bcm bolt in a vdi lifecoat carrier (integrated gas key). seems like one less thing to go wrong but i’ve never had the gas key come loose on either of my bcm carriers.
i have a nib bcg too (cant remember the brand) and it’s worked fine although i don’t have an extensive round count on it yet. that one is a range gun.
i have a nib bcg too (cant remember the brand) and it’s worked fine although i don’t have an extensive round count on it yet. that one is a range gun.
I’ve mostly used SOLGW nitrided BCG’s with zero issues. Recently I decided to try a coated bolt carrier just for shits n’ grins. Bought a Sionics NP3-coated. I’ve owned a lot of NP3 coated firearms and firearms parts over the years and have been very pleased with it.
My carbine was 100% reliable before I swapped the BCG out for a coated one; it’s still just as reliable. When I cycle the bolt by hand, it feels smoother. So far, biggest plus for me has been how much easier it is to clean over the nitrided bolt.
My carbine was 100% reliable before I swapped the BCG out for a coated one; it’s still just as reliable. When I cycle the bolt by hand, it feels smoother. So far, biggest plus for me has been how much easier it is to clean over the nitrided bolt.
I love my TiN carrier. The coating does make it easier to clean, and the gold color just looks cool.
I'm lucky to put 500 rounds a year on an AR carbine. That said, I've had no issues with the plain jane carriers/bolts I've used. Mostly Spike's factory BCGs and a couple of PSA premium BCGs. Haven't had any issues yet.
I've always liked the idea of the treated/coated surface. I just haven't tried one yet.
I've always liked the idea of the treated/coated surface. I just haven't tried one yet.