FN is replacing my SCAR

[9unknown]

Due to some issues I was having with my SCAR 16s I sent it back to FN about a month ago. Just today I received word that they would be sending me a brand new rifle with a new serial number. I've never had to have a rifle replaced before, so what I'm wondering is will it need to be sent from FN to a FFL so the new serial number can be registered to me?

And yes I will be making sure FN sends the new rifle fully configured for California.

Some details on the issues I was having can be found here:

http://fnforum.net/wear-tear-update-t25239.html

[Dhena81]

Rifles aren't registered like handguns ATF wants a DROS for the dealers. People might say to go on the side of caution and have it DROS'd but I really see no point YMMV.

[Dhena81]

Don't run Pmags or Emags in a SCAR BTW

[JayBeeJay]

Wow I wish I had extra money to get a 17S, but for the price you pay for SCAR's they should be flawless. That's not a good look. Good to hear their giving you a brand new rifle!

[c483125117]

Don't run Pmags or Emags in a SCAR BTW

Can you elaborate? Which mags are best?

[Baconator]

Can you elaborate? Which mags are best?

They recommend you only use USGI mags, like the ones that come with it. PMAG's aren't shaped the same in the back and cause the bolt catch to sit up when a mag is inserted. Google PMAG SCAR 16 and you will see what I am talking about

[9unknown]

Don't run Pmags or Emags in a SCAR BTW

Yup, I found that one out the hard way it seems. Though I have heard of some people using them in their SCAR's with absolutely no problems. It is kind of a shame that it has such compatibility issues.

I just picked up a couple 10 round SCAR mags so hopefully that will solve the problem. Would be nice if I could get my hands on some rebuild kits and make some proper SCAR 10/30 mags but that seems nearly impossible.

[Iggy]

Rifles aren't registered like handguns ATF wants a DROS for the dealers. People might say to go on the side of caution and have it DROS'd but I really see no point YMMV.

Can anyone else confirm this?

[docsmileyface]

Wow I wish I had extra money to get a 17S, but for the price you pay for SCAR's they should be flawless. That's not a good look. Good to hear their giving you a brand new rifle!

Everything has lemons - I've got about 600 rounds through my 17S with absolutely no problems whatsoever.

[Baconator]

Yup, I found that one out the hard way it seems. Though I have heard of some people using them in their SCAR's with absolutely no problems. It is kind of a shame that it has such compatibility issues.

I just picked up a couple 10 round SCAR mags so hopefully that will solve the problem. Would be nice if I could get my hands on some rebuild kits and make some proper SCAR 10/30 mags but that seems nearly impossible.

One of the forum vendors, Midewest PX does PMAG conversion services. You might check to see if you could get them sent to him and see if he'll convert them for you prior to sending them your way.

[SJgunguy24]

Rifles aren't registered like handguns ATF wants a DROS for the dealers. People might say to go on the side of caution and have it DROS'd but I really see no point YMMV.

DROS has nothing to do with the BATFE. They care about the 4473, as far as the ATF is concerned, your free do go as soon as the 4473 is filled out. CA is different, you will need to fill out a 4473, pay for DROS and wait 10 days before you can take that rifle home.
The only way around that is FN would have to ship the serialized receiver back to the OP's residence.

Can anyone else confirm this?

Answer above.

[9unknown]

One of the forum vendors, Midewest PX does PMAG conversion services. You might check to see if you could get them sent to him and see if he'll convert them for you prior to sending them your way.

That's a good idea, I've heard the name before. I'm assuming he's out of state?

[Baconator]

One of the forum vendors, Midewest PX does PMAG conversion services. You might check to see if you could get them sent to him and see if he'll convert them for you prior to sending them your way.

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That's a good idea, I've heard the name before. I'm assuming he's out of state?

I think he is tht on here.

[Iggy]

The only way around that is FN would have to ship the serialized receiver back to the OP's residence.

We are talking about the original receiver, not the new receiver.

[SJgunguy24]

We are talking about the original receiver, not the new receiver.

The original receiver number. FN can file paperwork with the BATFE and transfer the numbers as long as they destroy the original receiver. Normally thats a huge PITA so they don't do that. But that is the only way to avoid FFL and DROS.