Building a new upper

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Originally Posted by RKP

^^^ When the time comes what scope will ultimately be on this build, any idea yet?

No clue. I was trying to get something that would get the most out of 5.56, so the 20” Designated Marksman Rifle barrel is where I went. Free float it so there is nothing to throw off harmonics. Locally I have access to a 200 yard range but think there is another place I can get up to 500 yards. I am thinking the longest range for 5.56 might be 600-1000 yards? A 1000 yard shot would be awesome.

I really didn’t have a plan, just an impulse, and I jumped. So don’t give me the credit of having planned that far in advance! I have never been knowledgeable as far as optics so I will be learning as I research. Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated.