It was a fairly annoying conversation, the guys tone was just off. I specifically asked "so this isn't just a case of the barrel being defective and returning it?". His response was "no, the barrel isn't defective." He seemed annoyed by this question. When he mentioned buying a bolt from them, my response was that I'd really like to use the bolt I've already purchased. He said he understood, but couldn't really comment on what the outcome would be without looking at everything, which I get. I had a feeling I might have to send the bolt back with the barrel. Someone on the forum mentioned that. But having to pay for shipping back and forth, and the diagnostic fee, and then whatever other fee kind of bothered me.
I tried going to Dave Senturi in attleboro but after driving 30 minutes it turned out he wasn't there......also annoying, but I guess I should of called first. I'll try to go by there tomorrow. I'd rather give my money to him to see if he can fix it rather than give any more money to Fulton Armory.
I'd consider just returning the barrel, unfortunately I don't know if I'd find one like it and I've already purchased and installed other parts around it. If anyone knows of a 16" barrel with a rifle length gas system that takes a .625" gas block let me know.
Oh and to top it all off.....When discussing shipping I asked what the shipping address was. The guys response was a wise ass comment like "we only have one" or some shit. Like I was an idiot for asking....."Don't you have an invoice?" I finally just said that I could get it from their website I just wanted to make sure that was the same address to ship things to. Then finally to wrap it all up I said "and what's your name again Sir?" his response in a condescending tone....."I'm Clint. The owner". So apparently being a dick goes all the way to the top.