Rhino48: The scout mount is made by Rooster33.It simply clamps to the barrel.He designed it for the Aimpoint Comp ML/ML2.He also make a few other M14 accessories such as the adjustable cheekrest in the picture, a Stainless Steel N.M. one piece recoil spring guide, and an extended bolt release.
http://whamocamo.bizland.com/rooster33/
thumbtack: I apent MANY, MANY hours cutting templates from material samples.I spray the pattern with an airbrush.I go in the following order: O.D. base, then Brown, Black, then the light green, followed by a Matte clearcoat.
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