is the barrel plastic or metal - @ $1300 , does it come with weather sealings ? Thanks in advance
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The barrel feels very strong, cannot be sure if metal or plastic but is very sturdy, and has weather seals. I use it as my main working lens, and it has withstood plenty of rain showers and sandy beach dustings. It is a great lens and surprisingly light for its size.
521160
It's some tough polymer plastic. It doesn't feel brittle and feels almost like the lower plastic polymer of an H&K Glock 19. :) Mine is installed over an aluminum handlebar and it can carry my Cateye Volt 700 well - let alone a cycle computer. Very simple and elegant design.
1012870
It's a bare metal rod, not covered in plastic. The stainless steel it is made from is less hard than the gun bore, so you have no worries about damage to your barrel. Best part is that there is no seam between multiple sections. This can cause damage if they loosen up while you are cleaning. I've always used a solid, one piece cleaning rod. The old one I had I donated to a local gun range for their kids. So, I was pleased to find this one available. Have used it several times since buying it. A quality product. I am satisfied.
242118
it's plastic, megan, like the rest of the barrel, and has a drain hole. tae bottom is the same color, but without the woodgrain impression, as i rememberber. i never see the bottom. i have mine on a big stump, and it's full of nasturtiums. i like mine.
992558
I can't honestly answer the waterproof question, but this has turned out to be a sturdy optic. I have it mounted on an AR pistol with a 7'' barrel, which bucks pretty good. It's kind of the fun gun, I do a lot of rapid fire on steel with it and the sight hasn't lost zero at all. So shock-wise, it has proven itself to me. It holds up. Obviously we're not talking about dunking it in a barrel, I hope, but wouldn't be scared to run it in the weather. But only being $280, don't be too upset if it's sensitive to moisture. That's still the low end of the price range for glass. Defense and the range, it's great. But I wouldn't take it pig hunting. I can't honestly answer the waterproof question, but this has turned out to be a sturdy optic. I have it mounted on an AR pistol with a 7'' barrel, which bucks pretty good. It's kind of the fun gun, I do a lot of rapid fire on steel with it and the sight hasn't lost zero at all. So shock-wise, it has proven itself to me. It holds up. Obviously we're not talking about dunking it in a barrel, I hope, but wouldn't be scared to run it in the weather. But only being $280, don't be too upset if it's sensitive to moisture. That's still the low end of the price range for glass. Defense and the... » Read More I can't honestly answer the waterproof question, but this has turned out to be a sturdy optic. I have it mounted on an AR pistol with a 7'' barrel, which bucks pretty good. It's kind of the fun gun, I do a lot of rapid fire on steel with it and the sight hasn't lost zero at all. So shock-wise, it has proven itself to me. It holds up. Obviously we're not talking about dunking it in a barrel, I hope, but wouldn't be scared to run it in the weather. But only being $280, don't be too upset if it's sensitive to moisture. That's still the low end of the price range for glass. Defense and the range, it's great. But I wouldn't take it pig hunting. « Show Less
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The description says "Metal reflector," and I beleive the shell is also metal, but I never verified it. My only gripe is that there is no water seal on these aftermarket H4 reflector units. At six months, these are holding up well, but I did have to drain rainwater out of one of them.
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There is an over flow drain, do not buy this barrel. It is so hard to drain, do not buy if you have cold weather. My wood barrels that finally gave out over a 15 yr period of time, used to hold water and freeze in the winter time, then in spring would thaw, they continued to work well. This barrel is plastic and warps in the winter. It might fair better in a warm area but still hard to drain or attach a hose to the drain spout at the bottom. It needs to be elevated off of the ground to comfortably get a hose attached to it.
1742314
The only plastic part is the red plug in the end of the barrel. The rest of the rifle is made of metal and wood.
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Yes and no. The outside is all plastic. The grip is rubbery plastic that is not scratchy or cheap feeling. The internals are all metal, including the barrel. The barrel is shrouded in plastic, which means no fingerprints or oiling the barrel to keep it looking nice. For the price, this gun is very well made, and even though it is light, it feels durable enough to handle average use, and it's heavy enough to not feel hollow or cheap.
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Plastic outside and metal in side. Weight is good for it having quality plastic. Sights, stock, and hand grip as well as the trigger guard are heavy plastic. Internal components and trigger are metal. Magazine has heavy weights in it that make it feel very real
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The only part of the gun that seems to be metal is the cylinder rod. The body, barrel, hammer, and trigger are all plastic.
1950321
The part that sticks into the barrel is plastic. The part that sits on the end of the barrel is metal.
1979613
If you mean deterrent than yes, it can be used it that manor, I think they make an Hoppe's oil with "weather shield." That might be more useful for you. This stuff also works well on the action and the inside of the barrel.
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Hi Jim, No, it's soft rubber. after you drill the hole , fold the edge of the rubber piece and stuff it in the drilled hole. the rest just screws in place. I have over 20 rain barrels and most use this connection. I highly recommend it. You don't need access to the inside of the barrel to use this device. I've had NO problems with leakage. When you open the valve on this unit the water comes out with a lot of force. Much more than with a brass valve. I highly recommend this rain barrel equipment. Jerry
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Good afternoon Darren, The outdoor sensor for this weather station has a shower proof casing. I hope this information is helpful. Sincerely, Ashley F. Customer Service
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The barrel is definitely not made of wood - it is made of some form of plastic. The wood grain finish only looks like it is made from wood.
1999290
It is chromed plastic. the inner workings have to have some metal due to the weight of the whole unit, but it is sturdy and made well. It sits right between the forks on my motorcycle, so it gets all the wind right over it, and even with the horrible roads in Tucson, AZ it has held up well. Sounds GREAT!!!!!! as well.