Hi all,
Well as I wait the 20 long weeks for my RAW order, I figured this is a good place & time to ask some questions that I hope you folks can answer.
1) I understand all caliber RAW's now use the largest receiver size (the .357). And apparently this makes it difficult to find aftermarket magazines that will fit. I like the idea of the CARM magazines. So, is there ANY current aftermarket magazines (and single-shot tray) that
will fit the latest large RAW receivers ?
2) I am just deciding between standard and "quick-release" versions of some scope rings. My question is: will I ever have much (any?) need to take the barrel off the receiver for repairs and maintenance ? Or is is generally safe to assume the scope can be mostly "permanently" attached ?
3) I really dislike the look of the new threaded muzzle cap that comes on the non-moderator version . I am in Canada, so unfortunately that means NO moderators whatsoever. I was looking at the Brocock Muzzle Brake, which I believe will thread on quite nicely. Is there any reason I should not be considering a muzzle brake for my RAW ? I realize they may do absolutely nothing beneficial, and theoretically might even have a negative effect on accuracy. But, I sure would like to try to make my rifle a wee bit better looking.
4) I hope to install a typical sling-swivel stud in the LRT stock at the butt. Has anyone already done this successfully ? Anything I should be aware of with this particular stock with the minor drilling involved ?
Hope that's not too darn many questions all at once. But, I AM rather excited about it. I've wanted a Theoben Rapid ever since I first saw them in the 1990's. I figure it's now or never for me ! LoL !
Anyways, thanks for reading, and a double thanks to any replies you may have to offer. This wonderful Forum has helped me very much on this quest so far. And I have a feeling these won't be the last questions from me.
Thanks !
-Gerry.