Ridgeline Presents: The Shakedown - FN SCAR Mk20S Sniper Support Rifle

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  • @LRRPFco52
    @LRRPFco52 3 роки тому +18

    This was one of the best explanations and demonstrations of the challenges faced when using 7.62 NATO DMR/Sniper Systems. I don’t subscribe often, but this was well-earned. Excellent content for real.

  • @arnellespassion6206
    @arnellespassion6206 Місяць тому

    This is the most informative review i have seen on this tool. Thank you..

  • @TheGosslings
    @TheGosslings Рік тому +1

    Loved this review. I've really been on the fence about getting one of these ever since it came out. I think the 1:10 twist on the new ones will help, but there are still probably better options. What role does it REALLY fill? We all know what happens when a compromise solution is created to a problem most people never have. The advantages of this over the SCAR-17 seem marginal, but it's still tempting IF you can get it dialed in with the right ammo, optic and securing those screws. Love the outtakes, too, BTW. Back in my gun review days, I used to love including the outtakes, because it's an endearing behind-the-scenes glimpse into the process that makes people laugh. Keep up the great work. Subbed.

  • @griffey11
    @griffey11 3 роки тому +3

    cant wait for the next installment

  • @keithjackson4985
    @keithjackson4985 3 роки тому +5

    I don't want one of those. Never have, but the look alone, is very tempting. Nice rig.

  • @nowornever1911
    @nowornever1911 2 роки тому +1

    Best in depth review I have seen on this platform. Look forward to your reviews of other products. Blooper reel was awesome.

  • @Carbondan
    @Carbondan Рік тому +1

    Excellent overview! Removing the factory flash hider on the 20S dramatically improved my groups. The thing is torqued on there beyond belief, and I mean mechanical torque, not just threadlocker. I couldn't break it loose. Gunsmith said it was the most overtorqued muzzle device he'd ever seen. I think the overtorquing clamps down the bore diameter too much and results in poor accuracy.

  • @xORLOCKx
    @xORLOCKx 4 роки тому +7

    Need more videos with more weapon systems. Subbed. Loved it

  • @brianparks8118
    @brianparks8118 3 роки тому +3

    Great review. Would love to see more like this.

  • @nrbk2192
    @nrbk2192 4 роки тому +5

    I just bought mine,haven't tried it out yet.Hopefully it won't have the same issue.Love my scar 17s, 0 issues after running over 1000 round,.

    • @IM2awsme
      @IM2awsme 4 роки тому

      Update?

    • @nrbk2192
      @nrbk2192 4 роки тому +3

      @@IM2awsme hey I love my scar20s, I'll say it definitely worth the money, one of the most accurate semi-auto rifle plus it's really a good looking rifle.check my ins if you want: m4re__

  • @koenigjeffrey
    @koenigjeffrey 4 роки тому +2

    Looking forward to more videos

  • @mikestrunk3282
    @mikestrunk3282 10 місяців тому

    Lots of money for a plastic receiver....I agree. Have a 16 and 17. My 18" DD5 came with a G trigger and is very accurate suppressed. My 17 also is awesome suppressed.

  • @dipandvelcro
    @dipandvelcro 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome, thanks for the time putting this together. Would love to see how other guns fair - SR25 PC maybe?

    • @ridgeline_defense
      @ridgeline_defense  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the feedback!! We're going to be reviving the Shakedown series in the coming months so stand by for a heavy drop

  • @stevewilson4514
    @stevewilson4514 3 роки тому

    Tripod shooting is an art unto itself. Most guys I’ve worked with don’t understand all the critical nuances you must pay attention to.
    The importance of good quality/ well designed equipment makes a huge difference. The HOG Saddle is good quality. But the rubber lining in the jaws allows a degree of flex or movement. If you have Pic rail on the bottom you can use a RRS Pic rail adapter. It clamps onto the rail, and interfaces directly with the tripod head. That eliminates one point of movement in your set up.
    I replaced the stock assembly on my Scar 17 with a KDG ACR stock with metal hinge. The hinge has a set screw in the back of it. When you tighten it, it applies pressure to the lower receiver eliminating all play. The down side is that if you want to disassemble your rifle you need to have an Allen wrench to loosen the set screw.
    Based on what he’s saying about play between the upper and lower someone ought to design the mounting bracket on the stock with a set screw similar to KDG’s design.

  • @benlaubacher7462
    @benlaubacher7462 4 роки тому +1

    Great review! One of the best I've seen..👍👍

  • @tinynews11
    @tinynews11 4 роки тому +2

    great review, thanks!

  • @marcsantos7429
    @marcsantos7429 2 роки тому

    great video, really enjoyed that. that gun is amazing but my god the shooter is unreal. guess I'll keep my daisy 1 pump videos to myself.

  • @mrfrosty3
    @mrfrosty3 4 роки тому +3

    I know there was an aluminum lower available for the 17. I had thought it was just to make it more robust but maybe one for the 20 couid help with rigidity.

  • @gregoriotapia4847
    @gregoriotapia4847 3 роки тому +1

    Really knowledgeable guy.

  • @birdwk
    @birdwk 4 роки тому +5

    Needed more Taylor Swift in the soundtrack, but freaking fantastic info and shooting. This series as well as all of your videos create a serious Jonesin' for more!

  • @kevinbrennan4964
    @kevinbrennan4964 3 роки тому +1

    Loved the video, subbed👍

  • @Tbowie13
    @Tbowie13 Рік тому +1

    The middle group was the last group shot, not the second group shot. I know this is ab older video, but I had to say that

  • @Whipcat
    @Whipcat 4 роки тому +2

    Great video. Subscribed

  • @chriscardoni7808
    @chriscardoni7808 2 роки тому

    Great content

  • @mRkel-tecSub
    @mRkel-tecSub 2 роки тому

    Dude that stock looks sick on it badass better than that ugg boot stock lol love your setup

  • @ACGBLR
    @ACGBLR 3 роки тому +8

    Odd how yours was opening up on groups. You should check the barrel extension screws and make sure they are torqued to spec of 62 ft lbs per sq inch.
    I have 700 rounds through mine and the groups never opened up drastic enough for me to notice. During heavier strings of fire.

  • @SCQT
    @SCQT 3 роки тому +1

    Good shit
    thanks man

  • @mikestrunk3282
    @mikestrunk3282 10 місяців тому

    This is a Gen1 rifle. The Gen 2 seems to be a more accurate rifle with 1:10 and different flash hider.

  • @thehun06
    @thehun06 3 роки тому

    If you feel your lower "move"...add a small rubber, thin oring to the front lug...takes care of the issue...

  • @jamesshaw89
    @jamesshaw89 Рік тому

    First video I've watched of yours. I saw 9 hole reviews video talking about the weird harmonics and they also had the barrel screws come loose, maybe some others. I wonder of they have fixed any of these issues? also they mentioned they rattle scopes apart.

  • @rogueconcepts7404
    @rogueconcepts7404 3 роки тому +2

    Would love to get a little more info on the chopped barrel on this thing

    • @ridgeline_defense
      @ridgeline_defense  3 роки тому +2

      Check out the SCAR wizards at Parker Mountain Machine, let them know we sent you. They'll get you squared away for sure!

  • @kylepaquet5930
    @kylepaquet5930 3 роки тому +2

    I bought the 6.5 creedmoor variant, I would have liked to see him run it

    • @marcsantos7429
      @marcsantos7429 2 роки тому

      i was thinking the same thing. i really want the 6.5!!! what Scope are you using and how far out is your accuracy? if you don't mind me asking

    • @kylepaquet5930
      @kylepaquet5930 2 роки тому

      @@marcsantos7429 I've got a Vortex Razor HD Gen 2 4-28x on it. I've only pushed it to 500 yards because I don't have access to anything longer.

    • @marcsantos7429
      @marcsantos7429 2 роки тому +1

      @@kylepaquet5930 very very nice!!! It's not easy finding somewhere safe to shoot long distance. But 500 yards is no joke. That's an impressive distance. Your rig sounds amazing! Thanks for the reply.

  • @KeywordManagement
    @KeywordManagement 4 роки тому

    Good stuff

  • @mastermattk
    @mastermattk 4 роки тому +2

    It likes 150 grain heads from 145, 150, 155, 165, 168, and 175 heads. Also, what's your barrel break-in process? I don't clean the copper out of mine (also long range guns) to keep consistency. Great vid.

    • @daviddavidson9923
      @daviddavidson9923 4 роки тому

      It's a modern day cold hammer chrome lined barrel. You don't need to break it in

    • @mastermattk
      @mastermattk 4 роки тому +1

      @@daviddavidson9923 my "break-in" process includes fouling the barrel no matter the make. I always shoot a fouled barrel...

  • @rayc.8555
    @rayc.8555 4 роки тому +4

    Great video. I ordered the 6.5 creedmore.

    • @rifleshooterchannel208
      @rifleshooterchannel208 4 роки тому +2

      LOL imagine getting caught lying about ordering a gun because you don’t even know how to spell the name for the cartridge it’s chamber in 😂😂😂

    • @rayc.8555
      @rayc.8555 4 роки тому +3

      @@rifleshooterchannel2081 × FN SCAR 20S 6.5 Creedmoor, 20" Chrome Lined Barrel, Black, 20rd
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      You are a gun guy and dont know that FN made this in 6.5???

    • @rifleshooterchannel208
      @rifleshooterchannel208 4 роки тому +2

      @@rayc.8555 Not a big reader huh?

  • @HuskySS
    @HuskySS 3 роки тому +1

    Make the same test with “Mk 12 SPR” and 77 grs. Same hits and faster times......Really close would be also with “modern carbine” (14.5” + LPVO + bipod + good ammo)

  • @alexy2018
    @alexy2018 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the video! Could you do a video running the same drills with the shorter barrel?

  • @mclmm6773
    @mclmm6773 3 роки тому +2

    Are these as hard on lasers and optics as the 17?

    • @TwoGreenDots
      @TwoGreenDots 3 роки тому

      That's what I'd like to know!

    • @rifleshooterchannel208
      @rifleshooterchannel208 2 роки тому +1

      They’re hard on clay birds, that’s for sure.
      SCAR Mk20 is the best shotgun FN has ever made.

  • @GroomsJk
    @GroomsJk 4 роки тому +2

    Very nice review. I recently bought an AI AT308 w/ SB Ultra Short. At first, I was second guessing my purchase given the gravitation (of some) from bolt guns to semi-autos for precision work. However, your video clears things up in that the 20S is not an exact substitute for a precision bolt gun - in terms of accuracy. I wonder if the HK MR762A1 w/16.5 bbl would make a better choice to fill the gap between LR bolt gun and the 556...engaging targets 400-600m whilst still being able to use for close quarter situations? Thanks for you help.

    • @ridgeline_defense
      @ridgeline_defense  4 роки тому +2

      SR25 (A)PC. Give Eric at Knights a call and tell him we sent you.

    • @GroomsJk
      @GroomsJk 4 роки тому +1

      Ridgeline I checked out the SR25 APC and that is a perfect suggestion. I will definitely contact Knights. Thanks!!

    • @stevewilson4514
      @stevewilson4514 3 роки тому +1

      Great minds think alike. Our team runs two systems. Bolt guns for longer range, or when absolute precision is the order of the day. LMT 308MWS’s for closer ranges, or we might need multi shot engagements, on multi targets.
      I haven’t had the privilege of test driving the HK MR762, or KAC M110. But I’m sure they are suitable performers. The FBI guys are running Larue OBR’s and sound pretty happy with them.
      My LMT is a MARS-H. I have a 13 inch light weight stainless barrel pinned and welded with a Surefire flash suppressor on it. Running that with the SOCOM RC 762 can, it will hold MOA out to 600 yards. My scope is bit much right now. So I’m going to replace it this spring with something more practical. It’s a Vortex Razor HDII 4.5x27. I plan on switching to either a SB Ultra Short 3x20, or ZCO 4x20.
      I also run a FN SCAR 17 with the barrel cut back, pinned and welded with the Surefire flash suppressor on it. So I can switch my SOCOM RC762 to it. The scope is a Leupold MK6 3x18. So it’s pretty well scaled to the rifle. The only thing I don’t like about the scope is the min range parallax setting is 75 yards. And I’ve been forced by terrain to be as close as 21 yards to the target. I swapped out the trigger with a Geissele, and PMM safety’s and Bolt release. PMM also did the barrel work. Cutting it back, and replacing the jet so it’s properly gassed. That’s a nice light weight DM rifle you could do CQB with if you had to. Much lighter than the other AR-10 style systems. But it’s a 1.5 MOA rifle.

    • @TwoGreenDots
      @TwoGreenDots 3 роки тому

      @@stevewilson4514 But doesn't the scar 17 destroy optics and stocks?

    • @stevewilson4514
      @stevewilson4514 3 роки тому +1

      @@TwoGreenDots Yep. They are hard on optics. If you run cheap stuff it will kill it. I don’t run cheap optics. I run a KDG ACR stock on mine and haven’t had an issue with it.
      If you want an accurate lighter weight and more maneuverable weapon it’s a good choice.
      If youre going to be shooting prone most of the time then get a KAC 110A1, or LMT 308MWS, or MARS-H. The nice thing about the LMT’s is you can switch barrels easily, and switch calibers when you do. The down side is finding barrels due to the fact that most of their production goes to foreign military contracts.

  • @DFOOSKING
    @DFOOSKING 4 роки тому +4

    Will be interesting to see how the optic holds up with all the talk of the SCAR 17's killing optics.
    You should have noted also as a combat arm your also gonna be strapping other garbage onto that rifle to make it more useful....adding even more weight.
    And you need give yourself a little credit. Your seeing a monster of a dude who is running and gunning in kit with that musket. Get a normal sized human lugging that thing around. :D
    Neat glove in place of a rear bag. Is it custom built or an item you purchased? Kinda looks like a service rifle competition glove you see dudes running for sling shooting.

    • @santanagamingcinema
      @santanagamingcinema 4 роки тому +1

      A lot of people dont take that into account. The optic you have to put on the Scar 17 (not sure of the 20) and the added weight. The Scar 17 is light as hell with nothing on but put an Elcan on it and its now heavy as hell. Cery few optics survive its recoil so the list of viable optics are short.

    • @nrbk2192
      @nrbk2192 4 роки тому +2

      I put a Trijicon ACOG on my Scar 17.It works pretty well if you treat the scar 17 as a "battle rifle".also personally I will choose scar 17 if I only allowed to own 1 scar.

    • @tgworks5791
      @tgworks5791 4 роки тому +1

      @@santanagamingcinema many optics survive the 17 it’s just not low quality. Also avoid cantilever mounts.

  • @m.k.k.4931
    @m.k.k.4931 Рік тому

    I would ask, was the barrel fouled or was it a clean bore gun from the beginning? Copper building could've affected bullet spread. Just a question I would ask.

  • @mer171
    @mer171 2 роки тому

    Its a DMR Nothing more nothing less; they just happen to make it fully applicable finally…

  • @joshua5555
    @joshua5555 4 роки тому +1

    can you run any scope you want or is it a scope killer like the scar 17? can you run a scope besides an elcan?

  • @Altsolutions
    @Altsolutions 3 роки тому +1

    Need to take a hacksaw to 2 of those flash prongs...

  • @IlovemySubaru
    @IlovemySubaru 2 роки тому

    I’m not sure about you bro. Why are you talking about CQB with this rifle? I just bought one and it is amazing.

  • @williamdouglass4141
    @williamdouglass4141 4 роки тому +2

    Is 308 okay to use if it say 7.62x51 on the barrel?

    • @ChielScape
      @ChielScape 4 роки тому +5

      I cant think of a single modern gun that cares about the difference.

    • @apokalypz08
      @apokalypz08 4 роки тому +1

      its perfectly fine.

  • @geezerp1982
    @geezerp1982 4 роки тому +2

    L129A1 sharpshooter rifle vs FN scar 17

  • @connorhicks5352
    @connorhicks5352 4 роки тому +3

    Hi there, where did you get that 14” barrel for the 20?

  • @tctlrld
    @tctlrld 4 роки тому +1

    I need to come up to Dalton with my 20S! Got any classes coming you up you think this would be the weapon system to bring?

    • @ridgeline_defense
      @ridgeline_defense  4 роки тому +2

      You could run it in any of our Precision Rifle classes or Scoped Carbine

  • @dustbustr91
    @dustbustr91 4 роки тому

    what is the forearm wrap? a hawk landing platform?

  • @StillenG37
    @StillenG37 3 роки тому

    cant help but notice how far your trigger finger is on the trigger. Can you explain? I feel like ive been taught wrong.

  • @rdsii64
    @rdsii64 3 роки тому +1

    Wouldn't an SR25 be simpler, and not prone to these weird anomalies you were experiencing.

  • @TheFrayman
    @TheFrayman Рік тому

    A.G. Precision - GAP-10

  • @kengunnett2017
    @kengunnett2017 4 роки тому +3

    My Scar 20 is 1:10

    • @seikatsu4life
      @seikatsu4life 4 роки тому

      Same, mine also came with the surefire procomp 762 instead of the 3 prong flash hider

  • @SuperSnallygaster
    @SuperSnallygaster 4 роки тому +2

    Kinda disappointing honestly. Most other reviews are pretty positive, but for the $$ I might just get a DD5v4. Great video though, I appreciate your evaluation methodology. I look forward to booking a class whenever ammo is available again!
    Edit: Got a great deal on the 20s. I should also add that it looks like FN has changed the barrel profile and twist rate on the newer production guns - mine has a heavy profile (no taper or cutout) all the way out to the muzzle and a 1 in 10 twist. I'll be headed your way this year for a PR class!

    • @alexanderspanopoulos1385
      @alexanderspanopoulos1385 3 роки тому +1

      The newer variant with the surefire brake is a much more robust long range gun than the old one with the flash hider.

  • @commwell8738
    @commwell8738 4 роки тому +2

    Why are you including a CQB section in a sniper support rifle?

    • @ridgeline_defense
      @ridgeline_defense  4 роки тому +10

      Because when you're carrying a Semi Automatic Sniper System as your primary you need to be able to fight To, Through, and Off of the objective.

  • @Guide504
    @Guide504 Рік тому

    1.22 moa and this is supposed to be a precision support rifle...?

  • @bbconrad92
    @bbconrad92 4 роки тому +3

    freaking hate the tuning fork flash hider

    • @thekamotodragon
      @thekamotodragon 4 роки тому

      pretty sure you can also buy it stock with a surefire muzzle break, so no big deal.

    • @bbconrad92
      @bbconrad92 4 роки тому +3

      @@thekamotodragon a few months ago FN switched the new 20s barrel contour faster twist and muzzle brake.

    • @seikatsu4life
      @seikatsu4life 4 роки тому +1

      Mine came with a surefire procomp 762 brake and 1:10 twist barrel

  • @tgworks5791
    @tgworks5791 4 роки тому +10

    Wtf, I’ve gotten better groups with my 17.

  • @essequamvideri94
    @essequamvideri94 4 роки тому +1

    Nice review! But I have to be honest, that was some pretty awful grouping, especially with Federal.

  • @matthewward7457
    @matthewward7457 11 днів тому

    I will be very disappointed if that can’t do 1MOA.

  • @elitecombatfitnesscentral6170
    @elitecombatfitnesscentral6170 3 роки тому +1

    Sniper support?....DMR?

  • @bbconrad92
    @bbconrad92 4 роки тому +2

    4 grand seems steep for a rifle that won’t hold a minute. Has anyone here had better luck with hands loads?

    • @ACGBLR
      @ACGBLR 4 роки тому +1

      Working on mine still, I was able get 9/10 shots within an inch and with 7 of those clustered together little over 1/2 inch. Still tweaking around.

    • @MrMalicious5
      @MrMalicious5 4 роки тому +3

      Yeah, just get an SR25. It won’t toast your optics either.

    • @bbconrad92
      @bbconrad92 4 роки тому +2

      @@MrMalicious5 KACs are great guns I was looking into LMT myself. I haven't heard anything about SCAR 20s beating optics like the 17.

    • @MrMalicious5
      @MrMalicious5 4 роки тому +2

      @@bbconrad92 LMT’s are just SR25’s with monolithic uppers. Great option if you don’t mind the extra pound.

    • @bbconrad92
      @bbconrad92 4 роки тому +1

      @@MrMalicious5 eh they are both boat anchors lol LMT makes a lot of the KAC parts. Its a bit cheaper but I can definitely see why people would want the KAC. For m110 clones and such

  • @braxtonnelson7976
    @braxtonnelson7976 3 роки тому +1

    It's honestly.... just okay. Their are better platforms at the same weight or lighter that are more accurate than the SCAR in general.

  • @stevedavis1850
    @stevedavis1850 2 роки тому +1

    There’s no way you’re feeling flex in the weapon, the plastic part of the receiver your talking about sees no recoil, it just houses the trigger and mag well. All of the recoil is directly in line from the barrel to the heavy aluminum stock. As far as the accuracy, maybe a different ammo would be a good move. I have the scar 20 and a KAC SR25 APC. Both are equally accurate. The kac was doing 1.5 -1.75 moa with 168gr ammo. Changed to 185gr and hits 1 moa or better. The scar 20 seems to do as well as kac but with more variety of ammo, it’s just not as picky as the knights armament.

  • @randywagner9218
    @randywagner9218 4 роки тому

    What exact scope I that

    • @ridgeline_defense
      @ridgeline_defense  4 роки тому +3

      Nightforce 4-16x ATACR T3 with an offset Leupold DPP

  • @CooterMolot
    @CooterMolot 2 роки тому +1

    They are more accurate with a can on it.

  • @CooterMolot
    @CooterMolot 2 роки тому

    Something no one is talking about. This is about a 4k rifle and comes with the ability to toggle to a suppressor setting right from the factory. Here is the shitty part, if you shoot this rifle in the suppressed setting and or shoot it also suppressed or remove the muzzle break, FN voids your warranty. Not joking, a 4000.00 weapon and you cant even suppress it or shoot it in the suppressed setting with out voiding the warranty. Why are people not shouting from the heavens to FN asking them why are you treating your customers like this buying a 4k platform!?

  • @track-sv2us
    @track-sv2us 3 роки тому

    thats alot of money for a rifle it should get better groups it acts like the m1a super match

  • @civilarms247
    @civilarms247 2 роки тому

    Fabric Nationale 😅

  • @m118lr
    @m118lr 2 роки тому

    As ‘MAC’ (Military Arms Channel) has said, there’s not enough difference between the 17s and the 20 to qualify the even THEN jump in $1K price tag. Sure a LITTLE extra length in barrel..not much, more real estate with the extended handguard, and probably the best ‘factory’ add-on that’s not proprietary FN..the Super SCAR trigger. IF the SCAR 17 had that trigger, then there’s almost zero difference in the platforms. That being said, I cherish my 17s. Still have < 500 rds through it but it’s proven itself as a fantastic and reliable platform..

  • @eliud2099
    @eliud2099 2 роки тому

    Man for the price of that rifle, I’m actually really disappointed in the performance. My 300hamr Wilson Combat is more than half the price of that and is more accurate.

  • @mikestrunk3282
    @mikestrunk3282 10 місяців тому

    Probably more accurate suppressed. I suppress all my rifles.

  • @John_3.16
    @John_3.16 2 роки тому

    An actual sniper getting 1.7 moa is not very impressive at all....for 4k, no thanks.

  • @MellyBenelli
    @MellyBenelli 4 роки тому

    Dafuq is a rocket surgeon? lmao

  • @bandogmerch
    @bandogmerch 3 роки тому

    SCAR is a POS...🤣

  • @darrinfrench9018
    @darrinfrench9018 9 місяців тому

    Super boring video
    Talking too much

  • @METALLIFY16
    @METALLIFY16 Рік тому

    Find it pretty odd that your red dot mounted on top is also canted. Seems a bit redundant.

    • @av7899
      @av7899 5 місяців тому

      The dial get in the way if it's not canted