Finally here

[u/ivanlarav]

It’s finally here! Such a cool rifle. I kind of like the straight-pull action. It’s the 16”, and now I just need to get a scope, grip, tripod, etc.

I will say that it was really easy to fit the MRX magazine. It was snug at first, but after shaving off a little material with a sharp knife, it fit just fine.

I’ve had the chance to shoot AR-15s, a SCAR, and a Sig Sauer Spear in the States before, and I actually like how lightweight the MKII feels compared to those.

Any advice here from MKII owners?

[u/TheBulletBuddy]

Just incase you havnt found it, if the reciever feels loose, there's a small tension screw under the grip, just gotta pop it off and you'll see it in there.

Dont baby the bolt/ride it when operating it, let that spring assist slam the bolt home.

Mine hasn't given me a single issue in the 2 years I've been using it. So I cant say a whole lot, a new/lighter trigger is my first big upgrade that ill be doing for sure.

[u/elo_itr → u/TheBulletBuddy]

I installed a TriggerTech Duty single stage 3.5 lb and it's a lot better imo

[u/TheBulletBuddy → u/elo_itr]

Surefire procomp muzzle break also made a significant difference for follow-up shots too. Was very pleasantly surprised.

[u/Master-Editor2668 → u/TheBulletBuddy]

Follow up shots? It not a semi doesn’t really apply 

[u/elo_itr → u/TheBulletBuddy]

I bought mine used and it had a Faxon muzzle brake. I haven't bothered to remove it since.

[u/ekso69 → u/TheBulletBuddy]

I had to use some loctite to keep that frame screw from coming loose

[u/TheBulletBuddy → u/ekso69]

I was thinking of doing that too, but i was worried it might make disassembly a real pain in the ass going forward, it does get annoying having that screw back its self out during the day though

[u/Status_Ticket5044 → u/TheBulletBuddy]

Received a 19" 3 weeks ago and it's been a gem through 2 outings and 300 rounds. Trigger could be better, yes. The lower swings slightly on the assembly pins. Is this the loosening screw of which you speak?

[u/TheBulletBuddy → u/Status_Ticket5044]

If you remove the grip, one of the holes beneath it will have the small screw we're taking about 👍

[u/Status_Ticket5044 → u/TheBulletBuddy]

... and it just tightens up gently against the upper to take out the slack? Reset it with blue Loctite? It's my first rifle with a two part receiver and ARish manual of arms.

I might upgrade the trigger while I'm at it. It's not completely unusable but it is kinda crusty. Any idea if there is a make and model for the generic AR trigger that comes with it?

[u/TheBulletBuddy → u/Status_Ticket5044]

Correct in regard to the slack, as for the loctite, i havnt done that yet my self.

As far as im aware, the renegade will take any AR trigger, triggertech typically seems to be the "go to brand" for these, that being said, there's a lot of trigger options out there. The one it comes with is a typical milspec duty trigger.

[u/SJHardware]

I wonder who's making them now, the machining looks much nicer

[u/567432Gains]

That is one oily action right there.

[u/marston82]

They look so ugly with the BCL pistol grip, MFT stock, and no flash hider straight from the factory. They need to be replaced with Magpul accessories.

[u/Status_Ticket5044 → u/marston82]

Say no more! Flash hider's enroute.

[u/marston82 → u/Status_Ticket5044]

That’s how it should look.

[u/Salty-Western-2115 → u/marston82]

Literally, magpul is the bottom standard for most ar15s now

[u/NIBLZ_HAMSTR]

What is this? A MK2?

[u/ivanlarav → u/NIBLZ_HAMSTR]

Yes, Renegade MK2

[u/Ok_Cover_7076]

Where did you order from? I ordered from VR May 14th and still waiting.

[u/ivanlarav → u/Ok_Cover_7076]

Calgary Shooting Centre. They had a few in stock when I placed my order on June 1st.

[u/ivanlarav → u/[deleted]]

I agree. Running the pull with my trigger hand feels more natural. Releasing the handguard feels a bit awkward, and I can definitely tell you lose your target. On the other hand, if you pull the rifle into your shoulder with your support hand on the handguard, you’re able to keep things stable and stay on target.

The only feeding issue I’m having is with the last round because the follower in the magazine sits a bit too low. I’m planning to replace it. As for releasing the magazine, you still have to give it a gentle pull. I guess if I shave a little more material off, it would just drop free, but there’s really no need. The magazine releases smoothly now.

[u/DonJuanPrawns]

Oh it's a bolt action that's unfortunate 😭

[u/Both-Employ840]

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