Long time lurker, seldom poster, and novice and many things. I recently was introduced to a product called the War Lock which allows the user to switch calibers on an AR platform without tools. (google it, I was told no linking). It looked interesting and appealing and seemed based on promo material easy to install without being a gunsmith.
I see benefits in that you can use multiple different calibers on one platform based on availability or intended use (penetration, distance, legality, etc.). Less to carry if you are mobile and uncertain of ammo availability at your destination. (I am NOT talking a end of world belief kind of scenario) or as ammo of one caliber is available at a discounted price you are not limited to only one.
What are pros and cons of something like this? I am not very versed in customization, or the engineering and mechanics of how it works vs durability, safety, reliability.
I am not currently a regular shooter, but I like being able to shoot cheaper rounds on a platform I am used to, but have option of switching to a larger or more powerful round and still have same "feel". This may be due to my lack of experience regularly shooting.
The draw backs is you are limited to ONE working weapon at any time, if you have multiple shooters too bad. Also the initial up front investment for different configurations. Would it just be cheaper to buy multiple different rifles?
If this is the incorrect area to post apologies, I wasn't sure if it belongs here, customization, accessories, etc.
I do NOT have a affiliation in the company marketing, promoting, advertising etc. Full disclosure it was designed by a buddy, and he is usually who I go to with gun questions (only because of accessibility, and personally knowing him) but wanted others opinions as he is biased and I wanted more than the promo information. This was the first I have heard of a product like this, like I said, ignorant of some things. Looking to get more educated/information.
I see benefits in that you can use multiple different calibers on one platform based on availability or intended use (penetration, distance, legality, etc.). Less to carry if you are mobile and uncertain of ammo availability at your destination. (I am NOT talking a end of world belief kind of scenario) or as ammo of one caliber is available at a discounted price you are not limited to only one.
What are pros and cons of something like this? I am not very versed in customization, or the engineering and mechanics of how it works vs durability, safety, reliability.
I am not currently a regular shooter, but I like being able to shoot cheaper rounds on a platform I am used to, but have option of switching to a larger or more powerful round and still have same "feel". This may be due to my lack of experience regularly shooting.
The draw backs is you are limited to ONE working weapon at any time, if you have multiple shooters too bad. Also the initial up front investment for different configurations. Would it just be cheaper to buy multiple different rifles?
If this is the incorrect area to post apologies, I wasn't sure if it belongs here, customization, accessories, etc.
I do NOT have a affiliation in the company marketing, promoting, advertising etc. Full disclosure it was designed by a buddy, and he is usually who I go to with gun questions (only because of accessibility, and personally knowing him) but wanted others opinions as he is biased and I wanted more than the promo information. This was the first I have heard of a product like this, like I said, ignorant of some things. Looking to get more educated/information.
