yeah you could by a car for what you have into that rifle. you could burn that same cash on a nice bottle of wine, or on a weekend in vegas. Thats the beautiful thing about our (questionably) free country. You earn it, and (after the feds steal as much as they can) you get to choose how to spend it. This is money well spent. Nice rifle.
+Joe Stubbernubbensteingenson There's plenty of people who could afford this set up. I could, if I wanted it. I do have a SCAR 16 & 17. However, mine are set up for different things. You want nice things. And not have to worry about money. My advise would be to get a quality education in a field that pays well. Any job in the S.TE.M. (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). A career in those fields will provide job security and good pay. Considering, companies in America are lacking people to fill those position. Hence, why said companies recruit over-seas. It's never too late to go back to school.
Rick S I suck badly at mathemathics and for any of those field you would need to be very good at it... :( even chemistry which is a branch that interest me alot needs it. and lol falco isn't a bit overkill/cheat to hunt hog with thermal/nightvision, well I can imagine night vision is ok otherwise you wouldn't see crap at night. But thermal... lol
I'm sure you'll get a lot of hate about a rifle this expensive, but you know what, I like seeing former military "making it" and enjoying the finer things in life. If anyone deserves that, veterans do. Everyone wants to complain about how the system is stacked against them, and how a simple man can never make it, but then they hate on those that do make it. Congrats to you on the fine rifle (actually, I think it's the optics, not the rifle).
When SHTF, if the SCAR is the rifle in your hands, whatever amount of then worthless greenbacks you've put into it is well worth the expense. Nice rifle, and episode.
+Military Arms Channel I don't understand that mindset. I know for sure I'll never be able to afford this gun. But at least I get to see and learn about it by watching the video.
I would love to see a shoot out between this and one of DSA's fully modernized FALs. It would be fun to see how the old work horse and the young stallion stack up.
I can't believe people have been riding you about showing only things that average shooters can buy. What fun would that be. I love to see you shoot rifles that I would never be able to purchase myself. Always fun to see amazing rifles being shot, just because I won't be able to and that is all a part of the fun. Thx for the video.
In my opinion if someone doesn't like to watch videos with expensive guns, don't watch the video. I for one love my scar 17s as well as my M1A loaded and like to see what others have done with their rifles. Its because of videos like this that make me think one of these days, not if only I had the money. love the videos, grate reviews as always regardless the cost of the firearm.
+Military Arms Channel I really appreciate and enjoy the videos you produce. Thank you for the time you put in, and your attention to important details.
Awesome set up brother. I used to have a similar set up with a bigger scope and had no trouble reaching and hitting the 12" diameter steel plates at 600 yards.
God that SCAR is giving me a boner. Not only will I never be able to afford something like that, but as a Canadian I'll never be able to own it even if I could afford it. Still fun to watch thanks for the awesome vid Tim.
Get your RPAL and save up. Yes you can't get that specific one, but you can get something similar (XCR series of rifles) and something even better then his DBAL-D2 which is full Milspec which they can't get in the US.
+911LexVegas Nope. They were our standard issue rifle for a time, so when the gun-grabbers put more stuff on the prohibited list, they went "This is used by the military? Ban it! And everything that looks like it!"
I also own a modified SCAR 17s. I'm running a HANDL defense Lower (for use of PMAGs), a Leupold CQ/T optic, and a VLTOR adjustable tube adapter with a B5 stock. The 17s is a very capable rifle, and if you're wanting a quality semi-auto .308 win... you won't be disappointed.
+Володимир Когут HAHA! that's great. Yeah MAC, the rifle is quite nice. I dunno about the suppressor. Although i'm a hushpuppy freak, I might go against it on this build. They do change impact of any firearm, even if its a small change. It can be for the better or for the worse.
+Military Arms Channel Nice Rifle! But wouldnt 6.5Creedmore be more interesting in a high end scar than 7.62x51? Haha interesting to see how the muzzlebrake rips that cardboard appart. Have a great day.
I'm usually not a fan of how the SCARs look, but that is one of the best looking modern rifles I've seen. That stock and fore end look super functional.
No need to ever apologize for your success. I have seen you fire everything from the lowly SKS to this gun and I love it all. One of the reasons I am a subscriber is because you never know what you will see on here. Having said all that, it would be cool to see more fighting 12 ga scatterguns.
Regular Guy Training LLC I think scars are awesome, I just wish the charging handle wasn't reciprocating. That and I've had friends in certain units that have used them downrange and they said they broke several of them because of the large amount of polymer. I wish I could afford one for personal use but definitely not on army pay...
You can afford it on Army pay if you make a goal for it. If your budget allows, make an allotment of 400 or 500/mo and you'll get there soon enough, deployed or TDY, save save save! Overseas, save that COLA pay! Ordering mine by next summer.
Keep doing exotics man, for people like me who live in countries where we aren't even allowed to own it even if we had the cash, even having a glimpse of it on RUclips is valuable
I just bought the FN SCAR. I don't bring her home until tomorrow. But I am so excited. I plan to put the same Elcan Specter scope on mine. Pricey scope. But this rifle deserves a top of the line optic. Thanks for the review and the video. Oh. Ya. I am one of those watching this video after I bought the rifle. But I already knew she was special! ;)
Tim that is a beautiful weapon congratulations on the build. I can totally relate to your opening comments. Good for you, you deserve it and with all the hard work behind the scenes that not many get to see but surely do apreciate speaks volumes. I want to thank you. I have learned a lot from you and your channel. I'm retired infantry and always welcome the thought of learning new things. Once again thank you and Keep up the Fire!!
+Randy French I second that, living in a country where i can´t have a $1 k carbin. I rather Look att sombody reviewing a carbin that i cant aford anyway. If anything looks like a military rifle I can´t get a licens on it.
This is one of the best "Rifle Porn" videos yet! Your rifle is the sexiest I've seen. Heck, I now have a brassy taste in my mouth from my tongue slapping against my belt buckle! HAHAHA Thank you for sharing!
As someone in the Army I can say no one cares. There's so much wrong with the outdated shit we use that using the Army as an example of something is usually the wrong way to do it.
Mr. oh, I was making the comparison that they use a scope when I used the naked eye to shoot almost the same distance. To bad you don't give a shit enough to make a difference.
Did you shot at a man sized target or torso target. Apparently, it made a better shooter than most shooting with a scope. Imagine what I could do with a $2K scope.
Part of the reason I'm such a fan of this channel is seeing stuff like this that not everybody can go and just pull off the shelf. Love the videos, keep it up!
My neighbor has 30k tied up in a ski boat, I never hear him agonizing about it. It's your well earned filthy lucre, spend it as you see fit and it pleasures you. It's still a free country. Good on you.
I shot a SCAR 17s for the first time the other day and it really screwed me up. I was secretly hoping I would hate it, but I didn’t. It should be said that I only wanted to hate it so I wouldn’t buy it. After shooting about 100 rounds through one, I need it. It’s so buttery smooth. Can’t wait to buy one soon.
Tim I love your channel and the great content you produce. You have great taste in firearms and gear and I love seeing the high end stuff. There are lots of channels out there showing the "usual stuff" but how many channels are there where I can see that awesome Scar set up? If you have the means to own that kind of kit, go for it! I would!
I have one, it’s in the stages of being modified but I haven’t quite got there yet, I have a ways to go and I’m getting it fast as I can. I love my Scar17s and I can’t wait to get all of the new stuff! This rifle is the ultimate. I can only imagine how you feel when you use yours
I thought $2500 gaming PCs were wasteful, WOW! 8K+ in optics. That is a decent motorcycle or quality performance package upgrade for a car you can use daily.
Consider the possibility that he may already have a high end PC, a motorcycle and a performance package for his car. Would he buy such things again or put money into his favorite hobby? It's not wasteful to spend money on things you can afford and frankly, he's keeping his money circulating by buying "frivolous" things, so good on him. Would you rather everyone with money just sock it away and never spend more than they need for necessities?
Charles Eye I can use the car and PC daily, and the motorcycle a couple times per week. Unless you own dozens of acres you will use the rifle rarely. I can also work from my high end PC. Not my place to tell you or he how to spend your money, just laying out what gives you the most opportunity for joy/fulfillment in terms of bang for buck. No pun intended. If I had 8K to toss away it wouldn't be on a optic sold at scalpers prices because 2 SOCOM members have had pictures taken using said optic. A 12K rifle you MIGHT use 2X a month and never for it's designed purpose or something fulfilling you can use often and at whatever time the urge strikes.
+AKlover Who are you to decide what is fulfilling? HE built HIS gun out to satisfy HIS desire to do so. Seems like that was pretty fulfilling for him. You having different priorities than he does doesn't matter. He can afford to build out a $12000 rifle, wanted to do so and did it. You talk about daily use like that's the only reason to own something. Here's a thought: Some of us don't ride motorcycles, think video games are a waste of time and know that plenty of work can be accomplished on a PC that costs half what you stated. I guess that means you shouldn't want or own these things because other people wouldn't enjoy them or use them daily, right? "I wouldn't spend that kind of money on a rifle because I wouldn't shoot it very often and I have different priorities" is not a valid argument against him doing so. Honestly, it just makes you sound bitter that he's enjoying his money the way he chooses to. Is that your goal? To let everyone know that you resent people who spend their own money on their hobbies? Congratulations, you succeeded.
Very cool. That's a dream rifle. I picked up a Magpul Hunter 700 to add to my SPS .308. I also picked up a $10000 engagement ring. (Only one is insured.) To each his own with his toys. I'll have one (one day) congrats on yours.
It is cool how we can get military looking guns. Throw a silencer and a scope on that thing with a matte black paint job and it’s as top of the line as it gets.
my 500 dollar remington 700.243 with a 24x bushnell prints clovers at 100 yards. mind you thats with handloads. im glad you enjoy your scar as much as you do. you sure made me feel good about my r700
1. Did you have a design or goal in mind before you assembled the components? 2. If you did have a goal, did you accomplish it? 3. How far have you shot it? 4. Is there anything that can perform that well for 1/10th of the price? 5. I would like to see a can on it, maybe you could do a video on POI shift or any change in accuracy that it causes.
I was able to get mine for 1650, and I wanted a bullpup. Only other bullpup I was willing to look at would have been the FS2000, but FN stopped bringing them into the US so getting one would have been tough.
In my SCAR 17 I have the Trijicon 648 ACOG (BDC in 7.62x51) with red horseshoe reticle (also has the Tennebrex glint hider and flip covers), Gissele Super Scar trigger, Midwest Industries rail extension, Harris bipod (Atlas someday), Hogue pistol grip (fitted from AR-15 style), and I swapped the OEM brake for the SilencerCo QD muzzle brake so I always run my Omega on it because I usually shoot at a public range. That OEM brake really bothers the people that are anal about target shooting even as far as 3 benches over they can feel the explosion in their chests. I've never bothered using the safety so I haven't looked into the metal selector. I also notice that you have the charging handle on the left side, do you do that for the familiarity of AR style rifles? I have always considered the SCAR17 as a battle rifle so I keep the charging handle on the right side. Also I still rock my UGG boot stock, it helps with convincing the ladies to handle my big iron (even though the internet has ruined the stock for me.) Every time I see a black SCAR a little part of me dies on the inside, the gun was made to be FDE, beautiful build Tim.
Two questions if you don't mind. This rifle is 11/10. How much(ballpark)does it weigh with the light on it? How do you think the SCAR stacks against other 7.62NATO semi autos? I would say its superior, but for instance a LRB or Fulton M1a, with an as expensive optic on it would be about half the price of your SCAR. That, theoretically, still gets the job done.
+Daniel Cook I would say the SCAR is peerless in its category. There isn't a better .308 rifle for use as a DMR, door kicker, battle rifle, whatever -- it can do it all and to it with less weight, typically with more accurately and more reliably than anything else I have shot.
+Military Arms Channel It seems that based on your rail extensions, bipod selection, lack of vertical foregrip, desire for up to 6x magnification, that you are customizing your 17s to make it similar in nature to the Mk20 sniper support rifle, instead of a more traditional battle rifle (whatever that means). In other words, it seems like you are trying to make a Mk20 SSR. If/when the Mk20 SSR ever comes to the US market for civilians, would you consider purchasing that? If so, would you then revert your 17s into a more traditional battle rifle by removing the bipod, front rail extensions, etc?
+Military Arms Channel How would you rate it versus the various SR-25 iterations? There are precision oriented SR-25's and some that are more general purpose, but they seem to be highly spoken of.
+Military Arms Channel Tim, my only suggestion would be to: a) try a can on that thing; b) try offset backup folding irons like the Magpul MBUS Pro Offset. I like them because optics can fog up, fail, etc. And rolling the gun to the side makes you uber tacti-cool!
+Daniel Cook With a light it weights maybe a bit over 8 pounds. This thing is CRAZY light. And the recoil? Perhaps the softest recoil out of a 308 rifle yet. It almost feels like a 556. Not even joking.
Old news, but FN doesn't warranty damage done from suppressing the SCAR platforms. I still ran mine with a Surefire SOCOM 7.62 Mini mounted with their Warcomp. No issues but I have seen rifles that had damage to the bolt and receiver from suppressing and FN denied coverage.
I got a deal on the SCAR 17, $2,300. Plus I bought a Leupold MK4 3.5-10, $1,300. This rifle can reach out more than what people think. In ideal conditions it can push 650 -700 yards easily. You definitely need a new trigger geisselle ( excuse me if I misspelled it) is a good trigger mod. I went with the Timney instead. As far as the muzzle blast even if you are just shooting off one round need hearing protection. Definitely recommend buying a suppressor. Gem tech doesn't hurt range and if it does we are talking maybe 10 yards.
+SgtHulkasBigToe I don't. Though I would likely never go to this expense it's fun for me to see these things. However, that elcan seems awfully expensive for what it is.
+SgtHulkasBigToe Same here... the SCAR-H all alone is already out of my budget. But somehow, if I could afford, I could probably understand... Sometimes we just have to make ourself happy ;)
Even if you could afford one, good luck ever receiving it. FN can't seem to keep these rifles in stock anywhere and we are years from the release date, there's no excuse at this point.
+myphotopick Copper, because some gun shops get greedy. We don't, but we're also out of stock currently. www.coppercustom.com/shop/rifles/fn-scar-17s-308win-fde/
Andrew Schroll Keep in mind that I bought mine early last year May to be specific. I paid $2650 for it in FDE which is harder to find. I had to dig through my emails to find the place where I bought it. I will drop the direct link to their website it is currently priced at $2719 with free shipping for the 17s in FDE which is a great deal. The only issue is they are currently out of stock. I suggest you activate the notify me when available feature on the website and also call them from time to time so you get the heads up as soon as they come in stock. You can also read the review I left for the rifle last year. Very good company fast fedex shipping and still happy with rifle. www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/products2.cfm/ID/98140/98541/fnh-scar-17s-308-win-fde-carbine-rifle
Have you ever run into issues with the aluminum backplate on the KDG stock causing the screws to cant at the rear? FN claims that the factory backplate is polymer to help absorb some of the recoil, which the aluminum plate will not. I've always been hesitant to put a KDG stock on my 17 for that reason, as I've seen many people raise that concern.
The first minute shouldn't be in the video. Don't apologize for whatever you upload. It's your channel, it's up to YOU whatever you want to upload on it. Keeping in mind what the viewer base wants is one thing, but being a slave to those demands is another. I, for one, love the SCAR17 rifles, and I'm happy as hell to see you uploading a video about your tanned 17S. God, your rifle is freaking beautiful. Nice video as always!
FN needs to start selling these as build kits so people can buy just the parts they want and build their own SCAR to their liking. This is the way the gun market is going, manufacturers need to get aboard or be left in the dust.
Haters gonna hate, buy what makes you happy MAC. Unless it's meth. Don't do meth. Just ordered a patch from CC last week, can't wait to get it and show you some love. Keep up the good work!
This channel is YOUR'S! Review any gun that you want and we will watch and enjoy. Seeing the guns we can buy is fun but I always love to see the extravagant guns that the average person doesn't have the income for. Keep up the good work!
You are not quite done yet MAC, needs FLIR optics ... and maybe a hot coffee dispenser in the butt-stock for cold days like that (snicker). Super nice build. If you love the end product, then it was money well spent. Cheers !!!
A supressor wont affect accuracy. It prob will change point of impact, but all you need to do is adjust. I mean the can will def add muzzle veloctiy assuming your not running subsonic ammo
Watching this video on the night you posted it. It was 45 f and sunny in Atlanta Ga. I was in the back yard in a tee shirt target practicing today . If you wish to live in that ice box then you deserve that cool toy . Nice vid as usual Tim .
dude, I live in a country where it's next to impossible to own guns especially those of a "higher" caliber like the AR15 or scar h so please, never stop making videos about the more exotic ones because even though I might never be able to own a gun myself I still want to see what the industry has to offer and your channel is one of the few decent ones where I can get that.
Mac... I also have a taste for the finer things. Keep up what you are doing. I love seeing these exotic weapons go through their paces. I never thought I would drop $1700 on a rifle and another $1300 on a scope, but I did after seeing all your Tavor love. I bought a Tavor (from copper custom of course) and a TA11 ACOG, I couldn't be happier. I installed a Geissele trigger pack and lightning bow and a few other goodies which quickly turned my Tavor into the BEST little rifle I have ever owned. My AR's and AK's stay home most of the time. The Tavor is my go to gun. I wouldn't of lusted after it if it wasn't for you. Please keep doing what you are doing!!!
some people might say ridiculous. I say freaking bad ass. One of my best friends and I were just talking about rifles to purchase that were exotic. Which I also claimed that the SCAR is exotic and worth the money. great vid!
Your right Tim, Bottom line is you have to at the very least, like the gun you are reviewing. And if you are paying for them yourself you definitely want a gun that you plan on keeping. Why have a safe full of guns that you normally wouldn't by just to do a review. I know that I enjoy your videos a lot. Keep up the great work.
I'm an "average" gun buyer and i just purchased my first scar 17, I love these kind of videos. keep em coming
“I have a taste for the finer things in life”
yeah you could by a car for what you have into that rifle.
you could burn that same cash on a nice bottle of wine, or on a weekend in vegas. Thats the beautiful thing about our (questionably) free country. You earn it, and (after the feds steal as much as they can) you get to choose how to spend it.
This is money well spent. Nice rifle.
MAC, you need thermal on it. (None of us can afford any of this, so we must live vicariously through you!)
+Joe Stubbernubbensteingenson Ahah good 1 ;)
If he's going to use it for hogs then heck yeah!
+Joe Stubbernubbensteingenson There's plenty of people who could afford this set up. I could, if I wanted it. I do have a SCAR 16 & 17. However, mine are set up for different things. You want nice things. And not have to worry about money. My advise would be to get a quality education in a field that pays well. Any job in the S.TE.M. (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). A career in those fields will provide job security and good pay. Considering, companies in America are lacking people to fill those position. Hence, why said companies recruit over-seas. It's never too late to go back to school.
Rick S Gee...thanks, Dad! I sure do enjoy these talks we have when you take me fishing! Maybe next time, you can tell me all about girls.
Rick S
I suck badly at mathemathics and for any of those field you would need to be very good at it... :( even chemistry which is a branch that interest me alot needs it.
and lol falco isn't a bit overkill/cheat to hunt hog with thermal/nightvision, well I can imagine night vision is ok otherwise you wouldn't see crap at night.
But thermal... lol
MAC I think you have great content and I love that you do cheap all the way to exotic. thanks!
+Jacob Deem Thanks man.
sir this gun G3P4 copy but good copy IMI
+Military Arms Channel when are you going to do the stg44 sturmgewehr
I agree with jacob
me too
I'm sure you'll get a lot of hate about a rifle this expensive, but you know what, I like seeing former military "making it" and enjoying the finer things in life. If anyone deserves that, veterans do. Everyone wants to complain about how the system is stacked against them, and how a simple man can never make it, but then they hate on those that do make it. Congrats to you on the fine rifle (actually, I think it's the optics, not the rifle).
Just saw your comment. You must be a standup guy. Appreciate you. Hope you’re doing well.
When SHTF, if the SCAR is the rifle in your hands, whatever amount of then worthless greenbacks you've put into it is well worth the expense. Nice rifle, and episode.
Don't trust your life with a SCAR. They jam at the worst time.
That’s my thinking exactly. Most of the time the quality of your gear makes a very big difference.
one minute intro of nicely saying go fuck yourselves I like this shit
+jake Paxton LOL, I just wanted to address all the "I'm unsubscribing because you play with expensive stuff" comments up front. :)
Military Arms Channel I love seeing this kind of stuff even if it is a pipe dream
Military Arms Channel plus fuck those guys if they don't like it they can go to someone else for their videos
+Military Arms Channel I don't understand that mindset. I know for sure I'll never be able to afford this gun. But at least I get to see and learn about it by watching the video.
I would love to see a shoot out between this and one of DSA's fully modernized FALs. It would be fun to see how the old work horse and the young stallion stack up.
I can't believe people have been riding you about showing only things that average shooters can buy. What fun would that be. I love to see you shoot rifles that I would never be able to purchase myself. Always fun to see amazing rifles being shot, just because I won't be able to and that is all a part of the fun. Thx for the video.
Sweet SCAR. I enjoy the finer things in life as well. Your SCAR needs a suppressor though to top it off. Grab a SOCOM 7.62 Gen 2!
I agree 100%.
I like it! At least he doesn't go cheap if he doesn't have to; some people are one a tight budget but if someone is a cheap ass, I can't stand it.
no. recce 7
the scar on your channel is pretty sweet too!
Yeah I shoot with mine suppressed all the time. I run the Specwar 7.62 on it.
Clearly if you're making enough to have 12 grand in a rifle, I'm in the wrong line of work...
5200 for night vision, I think I'll just.press up on the D Pad
$12,000 & 12,000 shades of FDE...Still looks good though.
+Jay Dee I know, right? The SCAR is the only rifle that looks cool in 10 different shades of FDE.
+Jay Dee
*50 shades of FDE.
+Military Arms Channel I beg to disagree! The new HK416A5 is rocking the same Mis-matched tan and it's dead sexy too!
Just Sign Up W/ Army,Ask For Ranger / Special Forces Training & By Time U Graduate,/ U' l Probably Be Issued One As Ur Primary Weapon,No Charge !!!
In my opinion if someone doesn't like to watch videos with expensive guns, don't watch the video. I for one love my scar 17s as well as my M1A loaded and like to see what others have done with their rifles. Its because of videos like this that make me think one of these days, not if only I had the money.
love the videos, grate reviews as always regardless the cost of the firearm.
You should do a short video on that night vision adapter in the future! That looks like a fun toy
+Kyle Clark Yes, I will do a dedicated video on it shortly.
+Military Arms Channel Great review and pls continue review "the finer things in life" as you are not the only one who enjoys them!
+Military Arms Channel I really appreciate and enjoy the videos you produce. Thank you for the time you put in, and your attention to important details.
+Military Arms Channel Thermal optics vs NV...Which do you enjoy most?
@@Militaryarmschannel did you actually ever do that? Have a great offer for ar co-mini with omni 8 tube, should i buy it?
Awesome set up brother. I used to have a similar set up with a bigger scope and had no trouble reaching and hitting the 12" diameter steel plates at 600 yards.
God that SCAR is giving me a boner. Not only will I never be able to afford something like that, but as a Canadian I'll never be able to own it even if I could afford it. Still fun to watch thanks for the awesome vid Tim.
Get your RPAL and save up. Yes you can't get that specific one, but you can get something similar (XCR series of rifles) and something even better then his DBAL-D2 which is full Milspec which they can't get in the US.
+rassi13 Can you buy an fnfal? like an SA58
+rassi13 Personally, I think the desert tech looks more sexy. lol
+911LexVegas Nope. They were our standard issue rifle for a time, so when the gun-grabbers put more stuff on the prohibited list, they went "This is used by the military? Ban it! And everything that looks like it!"
sign the petition to reclassify the ar15, you can start with that
I also own a modified SCAR 17s. I'm running a HANDL defense Lower (for use of PMAGs), a Leupold CQ/T optic, and a VLTOR adjustable tube adapter with a B5 stock. The 17s is a very capable rifle, and if you're wanting a quality semi-auto .308 win... you won't be disappointed.
You know, MAC, kids in Africa... ah, forget it - rifle is awesome!
LOL
+Володимир Когут HAHA! that's great. Yeah MAC, the rifle is quite nice. I dunno about the suppressor. Although i'm a hushpuppy freak, I might go against it on this build. They do change impact of any firearm, even if its a small change. It can be for the better or for the worse.
+Military Arms Channel Nice Rifle! But wouldnt 6.5Creedmore be more interesting in a high end scar than 7.62x51? Haha interesting to see how the muzzlebrake rips that cardboard appart. Have a great day.
+Володимир Когут
Kids in Africa... wish they had a rifle that badass?
@@01HondaS2kXD No they generally wish for food and clean water
I'm usually not a fan of how the SCARs look, but that is one of the best looking modern rifles I've seen. That stock and fore end look super functional.
i dont mind that you showcase a $12k rifle, i mind that you have about a 1000 yard dedicated range. thats a bit more expensive...
+max margherio That's not Tim's range that's Young's Long Distance Range
I think he drives an hour or more to get to that range.
No need to ever apologize for your success. I have seen you fire everything from the lowly SKS to this gun and I love it all. One of the reasons I am a subscriber is because you never know what you will see on here. Having said all that, it would be cool to see more fighting 12 ga scatterguns.
Absolutely the best performing semi auto battle rifle in current existence, nice work.
Regular Guy Training LLC I think scars are awesome, I just wish the charging handle wasn't reciprocating. That and I've had friends in certain units that have used them downrange and they said they broke several of them because of the large amount of polymer. I wish I could afford one for personal use but definitely not on army pay...
You can afford it on Army pay if you make a goal for it. If your budget allows, make an allotment of 400 or 500/mo and you'll get there soon enough, deployed or TDY, save save save! Overseas, save that COLA pay! Ordering mine by next summer.
THE SHWOMP I wish. All money I make goes to supporting my wife, two kids, and two dogs. I have no spare money unfortunately
The Scar 17s has non-reciprocating charging handle options that you can find online.
You can definitely afford it with army pay. I did it after my deployment to Afghanistan and I love my scar 17s
even if i can't afford it i still enjoy listening or watching about new stuff.keep it coming mac.thanks,rudy
For an optic that price with a 308 BDC, you'd figure they would give it better eye relief.
Keep doing exotics man, for people like me who live in countries where we aren't even allowed to own it even if we had the cash, even having a glimpse of it on RUclips is valuable
"i enjoy the finer things in life...here's my $13k rifle...also, would you please donate to my patreon?"
I just bought the FN SCAR. I don't bring her home until tomorrow. But I am so excited. I plan to put the same Elcan Specter scope on mine. Pricey scope. But this rifle deserves a top of the line optic. Thanks for the review and the video. Oh. Ya. I am one of those watching this video after I bought the rifle. But I already knew she was special! ;)
You are throwing around prices like its nothing. Your wife must not watch your videos lol
Did you not see the inflatable?
Dude, I always wondered how mac can afford all these $$$$ on weapons and his wife doesn't give a crap. Must be a great wife or something!
Not everybody has baby meat
Jo Quin ..WHO KNOWS what Mac’s WIFE does OR doesn’t think about his Y/t stuff. At least he’s PROVIDING for his family....
His wife doesn’t care because collectively he can afford this rifle.
Tim that is a beautiful weapon congratulations on the build. I can totally relate to your opening comments. Good for you, you deserve it and with all the hard work behind the scenes that not many get to see but surely do apreciate speaks volumes. I want to thank you. I have learned a lot from you and your channel. I'm retired infantry and always welcome the thought of learning new things. Once again thank you and Keep up the Fire!!
I dont watch reviews on ford taurus' i watch top gear where they review maclaren p1s etc bc its fun, not that ill ever be able to buy one
+Randy French I second that, living in a country where i can´t have a $1 k carbin. I rather Look att sombody reviewing a carbin that i cant aford anyway. If anything looks like a military rifle I can´t get a licens on it.
FN SCAR... our military uses it as primary DMR rifle with Schmidt & Bender scope. pretty solid package.. Greets from Lithuania folks!
This is one of the best "Rifle Porn" videos yet! Your rifle is the sexiest I've seen. Heck, I now have a brassy taste in my mouth from my tongue slapping against my belt buckle! HAHAHA Thank you for sharing!
+Jerry Ribet Ok, ok... TMI. :)
+Jerry Ribet hahahhaha I loled...
Yes! Love seeing exotic big money guns! Don't listen to the people who don't even try to afford the things they wish they had. Thank you for sharing!
In the Army, we shot at 300 meter targets with iron sights and crappy GI trigger and not using match rounds. All this from a M16 A1 and A2.
As someone in the Army I can say no one cares. There's so much wrong with the outdated shit we use that using the Army as an example of something is usually the wrong way to do it.
Mr. oh, I was making the comparison that they use a scope when I used the naked eye to shoot almost the same distance. To bad you don't give a shit enough to make a difference.
Yea a man sized target at 300 yards is not much of a feat. Congrats on the 40/40, how much of a better shooter has it made you?
Did you shot at a man sized target or torso target. Apparently, it made a better shooter than most shooting with a scope. Imagine what I could do with a $2K scope.
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Part of the reason I'm such a fan of this channel is seeing stuff like this that not everybody can go and just pull off the shelf. Love the videos, keep it up!
+bassproZ71 Thank you. It's greatly appreciated.
It is missing a grenade launcher.
+TheHarkonnen1 And a coffee maker. :)
And pizza cutter.
My neighbor has 30k tied up in a ski boat, I never hear him agonizing about it. It's your well earned filthy lucre, spend it as you see fit and it pleasures you. It's still a free country. Good on you.
They're guns. We like them all. Do as you please.
I shot a SCAR 17s for the first time the other day and it really screwed me up. I was secretly hoping I would hate it, but I didn’t. It should be said that I only wanted to hate it so I wouldn’t buy it. After shooting about 100 rounds through one, I need it. It’s so buttery smooth. Can’t wait to buy one soon.
Tim I love your channel and the great content you produce. You have great taste in firearms and gear and I love seeing the high end stuff. There are lots of channels out there showing the "usual stuff" but how many channels are there where I can see that awesome Scar set up? If you have the means to own that kind of kit, go for it! I would!
I have one, it’s in the stages of being modified but I haven’t quite got there yet, I have a ways to go and I’m getting it fast as I can. I love my Scar17s and I can’t wait to get all of the new stuff! This rifle is the ultimate. I can only imagine how you feel when you use yours
I thought $2500 gaming PCs were wasteful, WOW! 8K+ in optics. That is a decent motorcycle or quality performance package upgrade for a car you can use daily.
Consider the possibility that he may already have a high end PC, a motorcycle and a performance package for his car. Would he buy such things again or put money into his favorite hobby? It's not wasteful to spend money on things you can afford and frankly, he's keeping his money circulating by buying "frivolous" things, so good on him. Would you rather everyone with money just sock it away and never spend more than they need for necessities?
Charles Eye I can use the car and PC daily, and the motorcycle a couple times per week. Unless you own dozens of acres you will use the rifle rarely. I can also work from my high end PC.
Not my place to tell you or he how to spend your money, just laying out what gives you the most opportunity for joy/fulfillment in terms of bang for buck. No pun intended. If I had 8K to toss away it wouldn't be on a optic sold at scalpers prices because 2 SOCOM members have had pictures taken using said optic. A 12K rifle you MIGHT use 2X a month and never for it's designed purpose or something fulfilling you can use often and at whatever time the urge strikes.
+AKlover Who are you to decide what is fulfilling? HE built HIS gun out to satisfy HIS desire to do so. Seems like that was pretty fulfilling for him. You having different priorities than he does doesn't matter. He can afford to build out a $12000 rifle, wanted to do so and did it. You talk about daily use like that's the only reason to own something. Here's a thought: Some of us don't ride motorcycles, think video games are a waste of time and know that plenty of work can be accomplished on a PC that costs half what you stated. I guess that means you shouldn't want or own these things because other people wouldn't enjoy them or use them daily, right?
"I wouldn't spend that kind of money on a rifle because I wouldn't shoot it very often and I have different priorities" is not a valid argument against him doing so. Honestly, it just makes you sound bitter that he's enjoying his money the way he chooses to. Is that your goal? To let everyone know that you resent people who spend their own money on their hobbies? Congratulations, you succeeded.
+AKlover All relative to how much money you have. To some $8k is nothing.
You fucking loser
Very cool.
That's a dream rifle. I picked up a Magpul Hunter 700 to add to my SPS .308.
I also picked up a $10000 engagement ring. (Only one is insured.)
To each his own with his toys.
I'll have one (one day) congrats on yours.
"LOL Why not get a .22 CZ BREN" ~ Poor People
Thank you tim !
I belive im the only human being that likes the scars normal stock idk thats just me.
Yep just you. I would hate to see your footwear.
I like the standard stock as well.
jonah karnes I quite like it too
Just bought a Scar 17. Keeping the Ugg boot. To me that defines the gun. 🙂
I like the standard stock, I think it looks better than that custom one, and they seem like they would operate the same.
It is cool how we can get military looking guns. Throw a silencer and a scope on that thing with a matte black paint job and it’s as top of the line as it gets.
How could ANYONE get pissed about you showing a gun like this..... I'm jealous but post another tomorrow please!!
I guess as the young whipper snappers say....haters gonna hate.
+bill marks lol I guess so
+ford guy go Ford
my 500 dollar remington 700.243 with a 24x bushnell prints clovers at 100 yards. mind you thats with handloads. im glad you enjoy your scar as much as you do. you sure made me feel good about my r700
$5200 optic..... what.
1. Did you have a design or goal in mind before you assembled the components?
2. If you did have a goal, did you accomplish it?
3. How far have you shot it?
4. Is there anything that can perform that well for 1/10th of the price?
5. I would like to see a can on it, maybe you could do a video on POI shift or any change in accuracy that it causes.
Great gun, just dont like that handgaurd you put on it that.
I got my SCAR 16 a few years ago but it sure doesn’t look like yours Mac!!!
Uneffing believably nice!!!
Is this your go-to rifle to fight the zombies, Tim?
His go to is still an AK, I believe. Or the Tavor.
hmm.. wouldnt of thought the tavor
Chance K. He's a pretty big fan of it. He's made several videos where he's talked about it. I actually bought mine after watching his reviews on it.
meteoricthrone It seems to be a great gun, but with the 1800 dollar price tag, it has fallen down my priority list of things to get.
I was able to get mine for 1650, and I wanted a bullpup. Only other bullpup I was willing to look at would have been the FS2000, but FN stopped bringing them into the US so getting one would have been tough.
In my SCAR 17 I have the Trijicon 648 ACOG (BDC in 7.62x51) with red horseshoe reticle (also has the Tennebrex glint hider and flip covers), Gissele Super Scar trigger, Midwest Industries rail extension, Harris bipod (Atlas someday), Hogue pistol grip (fitted from AR-15 style), and I swapped the OEM brake for the SilencerCo QD muzzle brake so I always run my Omega on it because I usually shoot at a public range. That OEM brake really bothers the people that are anal about target shooting even as far as 3 benches over they can feel the explosion in their chests. I've never bothered using the safety so I haven't looked into the metal selector.
I also notice that you have the charging handle on the left side, do you do that for the familiarity of AR style rifles? I have always considered the SCAR17 as a battle rifle so I keep the charging handle on the right side.
Also I still rock my UGG boot stock, it helps with convincing the ladies to handle my big iron (even though the internet has ruined the stock for me.)
Every time I see a black SCAR a little part of me dies on the inside, the gun was made to be FDE, beautiful build Tim.
Two questions if you don't mind. This rifle is 11/10.
How much(ballpark)does it weigh with the light on it?
How do you think the SCAR stacks against other 7.62NATO semi autos? I would say its superior, but for instance a LRB or Fulton M1a, with an as expensive optic on it would be about half the price of your SCAR. That, theoretically, still gets the job done.
+Daniel Cook I would say the SCAR is peerless in its category. There isn't a better .308 rifle for use as a DMR, door kicker, battle rifle, whatever -- it can do it all and to it with less weight, typically with more accurately and more reliably than anything else I have shot.
+Military Arms Channel It seems that based on your rail extensions, bipod selection, lack of vertical foregrip, desire for up to 6x magnification, that you are customizing your 17s to make it similar in nature to the Mk20 sniper support rifle, instead of a more traditional battle rifle (whatever that means).
In other words, it seems like you are trying to make a Mk20 SSR. If/when the Mk20 SSR ever comes to the US market for civilians, would you consider purchasing that? If so, would you then revert your 17s into a more traditional battle rifle by removing the bipod, front rail extensions, etc?
+Military Arms Channel How would you rate it versus the various SR-25 iterations? There are precision oriented SR-25's and some that are more general purpose, but they seem to be highly spoken of.
+Military Arms Channel Tim, my only suggestion would be to:
a) try a can on that thing;
b) try offset backup folding irons like the Magpul MBUS Pro Offset. I like them because optics can fog up, fail, etc. And rolling the gun to the side makes you uber tacti-cool!
+Daniel Cook With a light it weights maybe a bit over 8 pounds. This thing is CRAZY light. And the recoil? Perhaps the softest recoil out of a 308 rifle yet. It almost feels like a 556. Not even joking.
Old news, but FN doesn't warranty damage done from suppressing the SCAR platforms.
I still ran mine with a Surefire SOCOM 7.62 Mini mounted with their Warcomp. No issues but I have seen rifles that had damage to the bolt and receiver from suppressing and FN denied coverage.
$12,000? thats could be a lot of ammo :-)!
Not in 2020 prices lol
I got a deal on the SCAR 17, $2,300. Plus I bought a Leupold MK4 3.5-10, $1,300. This rifle can reach out more than what people think. In ideal conditions it can push 650 -700 yards easily. You definitely need a new trigger geisselle ( excuse me if I misspelled it) is a good trigger mod. I went with the Timney instead. As far as the muzzle blast even if you are just shooting off one round need hearing protection. Definitely recommend buying a suppressor. Gem tech doesn't hurt range and if it does we are talking maybe 10 yards.
I feel so cheap......
Lol, same here bud.
+SgtHulkasBigToe I don't. Though I would likely never go to this expense it's fun for me to see these things. However, that elcan seems awfully expensive for what it is.
+SgtHulkasBigToe Same here... the SCAR-H all alone is already out of my budget. But somehow, if I could afford, I could probably understand... Sometimes we just have to make ourself happy ;)
Even if you could afford one, good luck ever receiving it. FN can't seem to keep these rifles in stock anywhere and we are years from the release date, there's no excuse at this point.
Buy once, cry once.... Great video. Please keep them coming
2800 for scar 17? where? gun stores are asking 3500 for one..
+myphotopick Copper, because some gun shops get greedy. We don't, but we're also out of stock currently. www.coppercustom.com/shop/rifles/fn-scar-17s-308win-fde/
my local shop has them for 3100.
I paid $2600 for my 17s brand new.
roy e where at? I've been looking for one
Andrew Schroll Keep in mind that I bought mine early last year May to be specific. I paid $2650 for it in FDE which is harder to find. I had to dig through my emails to find the place where I bought it. I will drop the direct link to their website it is currently priced at $2719 with free shipping for the 17s in FDE which is a great deal. The only issue is they are currently out of stock. I suggest you activate the notify me when available feature on the website and also call them from time to time so you get the heads up as soon as they come in stock. You can also read the review I left for the rifle last year. Very good company fast fedex shipping and still happy with rifle. www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/products2.cfm/ID/98140/98541/fnh-scar-17s-308-win-fde-carbine-rifle
You have over 400,000 subscribers. Don't listen to the haters; can't please everyone. Keep doing what you are doing.
If I won the powerball...
If I played the powerball
fat KoRn Yeah.
+The Badass Bassist If only I didn't spend hundreds of dollars on the powerball :(
+The Badass Bassist
Rule #2 ;-)
MAC, thanks for showing off your SCAR!
Have you ever run into issues with the aluminum backplate on the KDG stock causing the screws to cant at the rear? FN claims that the factory backplate is polymer to help absorb some of the recoil, which the aluminum plate will not. I've always been hesitant to put a KDG stock on my 17 for that reason, as I've seen many people raise that concern.
Payed $4500 for the FN SCAR here in Australia 🇦🇺 payed $1370 for a ruger AR platform rifle love that one too “ and yes we can own them”.
The first minute shouldn't be in the video. Don't apologize for whatever you upload. It's your channel, it's up to YOU whatever you want to upload on it. Keeping in mind what the viewer base wants is one thing, but being a slave to those demands is another.
I, for one, love the SCAR17 rifles, and I'm happy as hell to see you uploading a video about your tanned 17S. God, your rifle is freaking beautiful.
Nice video as always!
Now that's the kind of MAC video I love. Awesome setup and great shooting. Looking forward to more.
Still can't believe how sharp that rifle looks. Maybe one day I'll be able to build one, once I escape from New York.
I'm glad you kept the stock lower and not upgraded to the handle defense but I think that something you can add to make it an easy 12500
FN needs to start selling these as build kits so people can buy just the parts they want and build their own SCAR to their liking. This is the way the gun market is going, manufacturers need to get aboard or be left in the dust.
Great review and pls continue review "the finer things in life" as you are not the only one who enjoys them!
Always enjoy your expertise and professionalism....your channel, your info, a big👍🏻
Haters gonna hate, buy what makes you happy MAC. Unless it's meth. Don't do meth. Just ordered a patch from CC last week, can't wait to get it and show you some love. Keep up the good work!
This channel is YOUR'S! Review any gun that you want and we will watch and enjoy. Seeing the guns we can buy is fun but I always love to see the extravagant guns that the average person doesn't have the income for. Keep up the good work!
no need for disclaimers. the SCAR is definitely something worth saving up for.
Easily the coolest looking SCAR I've seen.
More of these please! Way more interesting than a wasr or hipoint ......
I really enjoy looking at this rifle. Everything done to it was sensible and practical.
Keep them coming, we all need something to dream about.
That rifle is absolutely gorgeous! SCAR platforms, looks wise, are by far my favorite guns on the market. Hope to own a couple one day.
I visited Close Quarters Tactical today for the first time and shot a Sphinx SDP... what an awesome gun and an awesome place to shoot.
With a CGW spring kit, the SDP is simply the finest hammer-fired pistol on the market.
Built like a swiss watch.
The SCAR is great ,thanks for showing us .
You are not quite done yet MAC, needs FLIR optics ... and maybe a hot coffee dispenser in the butt-stock for cold days like that (snicker). Super nice build. If you love the end product, then it was money well spent. Cheers !!!
A supressor wont affect accuracy. It prob will change point of impact, but all you need to do is adjust. I mean the can will def add muzzle veloctiy assuming your not running subsonic ammo
The Scar was made to be suppressed, hence the gas block switch in front of the iron sight. It does, however, void your warranty.
Watching this video on the night you posted it. It was 45 f and sunny in Atlanta Ga. I was in the back yard in a tee shirt target practicing today . If you wish to live in that ice box then you deserve that cool toy . Nice vid as usual Tim .
The best Rifle ever created. Incomparable!!!
dude, I live in a country where it's next to impossible to own guns especially those of a "higher" caliber like the AR15 or scar h so please, never stop making videos about the more exotic ones because even though I might never be able to own a gun myself I still want to see what the industry has to offer and your channel is one of the few decent ones where I can get that.
Mac... I also have a taste for the finer things. Keep up what you are doing. I love seeing these exotic weapons go through their paces. I never thought I would drop $1700 on a rifle and another $1300 on a scope, but I did after seeing all your Tavor love. I bought a Tavor (from copper custom of course) and a TA11 ACOG, I couldn't be happier. I installed a Geissele trigger pack and lightning bow and a few other goodies which quickly turned my Tavor into the BEST little rifle I have ever owned. My AR's and AK's stay home most of the time. The Tavor is my go to gun. I wouldn't of lusted after it if it wasn't for you. Please keep doing what you are doing!!!
Shoot, Tim. It's your channel, and your money. Feature whatever weapons you want to. Awesome vid, as always.
some people might say ridiculous. I say freaking bad ass. One of my best friends and I were just talking about rifles to purchase that were exotic. Which I also claimed that the SCAR is exotic and worth the money. great vid!
I'd definitely put a ring on it! Nice rifle Mac. She's a keeper... : -]
GOOD LORD, HAVE MERCY!!! SICK RIFLE MAC!!!
I love that scope. One of my favorites
have you not noticed a problem with the rear receiver screws canting with the use of the kdg stock?
Your right Tim, Bottom line is you have to at the very least, like the gun you are reviewing. And if you are paying for them yourself you definitely want a gun that you plan on keeping. Why have a safe full of guns that you normally wouldn't by just to do a review. I know that I enjoy your videos a lot. Keep up the great work.
you know. I think I might be able to by the qd sling mount. not much more other than that. freaking awesome gun