AR 15 Owners and Enthusiasts Experience Sought

Have been wanting to add an AR to my collection. Seems like there is a plethora of makers/models out there which makes the waters muddy to me ;-) Searches tout the Colt as the way to go but it's above my fundage. Would like to know if this would be a good entry level. Not so much concerned about resale but would like to be able to upgrade when able. Also reads like there are some with inferior "chargers" I think it is?

I hope links are allowed as I would appreciate feedback on this:

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/...=291871137

Thanks to all and keep those gun deals coming!

Redwinger2

buy this

http://www.del-ton.com/Rifle_Kit_p/rkt104.htm

and this

http://www.aimsurplus.com/product...tem=F1SASL

the lower receiver will have to go through your local gun shop.

building it yourself is the way to go if cost is an issue. even if you buy the one from gunbroker, you will still have to pay the transfer fees.

Quote from Redwinger2 : Have been wanting to add an AR to my collection. Seems like there is a plethora of makers/models out there which makes the waters muddy to me ;-) Searches tout the Colt as the way to go but it's above my fundage. Would like to know if this would be a good entry level. Not so much concerned about resale but would like to be able to upgrade when able. Also reads like there are some with inferior "chargers" I think it is? I hope links are allowed as I would appreciate feedback on this: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=291871137 Thanks to all and keep those gun deals coming! Redwinger2

The Good(Nice value)

Rock River Arms
S&W MP15


The Overpriced AR-15
Bushmaster
Colt
H&K


Google ar15 comparison. Some guy did a excel on all the AR makers and specs.

Quote from malt0se : buy this http://www.del-ton.com/Rifle_Kit_p/rkt104.htm and this http://www.aimsurplus.com/product...tem=F1SASL the lower receiver will have to go through your local gun shop. building it yourself is the way to go if cost is an issue. even if you buy the one from gunbroker, you will still have to pay the transfer fees.

Thanks!

Quote from malt0se : buy this http://www.del-ton.com/Rifle_Kit_p/rkt104.htm and this http://www.aimsurplus.com/product...tem=F1SASL the lower receiver will have to go through your local gun shop. building it yourself is the way to go if cost is an issue. even if you buy the one from gunbroker, you will still have to pay the transfer fees.

Does mid-length matter if a guy is 5'8" or 6'8"? Is chrome lined a better way to go for long term? Is there a reason why all of the kits are OOS???

Quote from Redwinger2 : Does mid-length matter if a guy is 5'8" or 6'8"? Is chrome lined a better way to go for long term? Is there a reason why all of the kits are OOS???

Kits are OOS because it is a foregone conclusion that if the same administration is retained, there WILL be gun bans and ARs will be #1 on that list. People are scrambling to build stripped lowers that they already own and buy new ARs altogether. I have 7 stripped lowers ready to build along with 3 complete guns. 2 Colts and 1 Rock River. The Colts are never fired and purchased for "investment" reasons. The RRA is my shooter.

With ARs since they are all "milspec", they should all be the same specs and very similar quality. But of course they are not. I prefer Rock River and most people I know also like them.

Length is not a factor of the size of the shooter, it is more the intended use for the AR. The AR is versatile. It can be outfitted for sniper/long range or close quarters. Most ARs that you will see will be shorter ones since this is most popular right now. Chrome lined is better but not an excuse not to clean the gun after every use. ARs are very susceptible to problems when dirty.

Also the best place to upgrade is the trigger. Get a match grade trigger you will not regret it.

Quote from dealgate : Kits are OOS because it is a foregone conclusion that if the same administration is retained, there WILL be gun bans and ARs will be #1 on that list. People are scrambling to build stripped lowers that they already own and buy new ARs altogether. I have 7 stripped lowers ready to build along with 3 complete guns. 2 Colts and 1 Rock River. The Colts are never fired and purchased for "investment" reasons. The RRA is my shooter. With ARs since they are all "milspec", they should all be the same specs and very similar quality. But of course they are not. I prefer Rock River and most people I know also like them. Length is not a factor of the size of the shooter, it is more the intended use for the AR. The AR is versatile. It can be outfitted for sniper/long range or close quarters. Most ARs that you will see will be shorter ones since this is most popular right now. Chrome lined is better but not an excuse not to clean the gun after every use. ARs are very susceptible to problems when dirty. Also the best place to upgrade is the trigger. Get a match grade trigger you will not regret it.

Thanks for the info Dealgate. I appreciate the added info to go forward with. Like other members of the ready militia, I anticipate the worst and hope for the best this Fall. I started out with Milsurp and developed the habit right away to head for the cleaning bench upon return from the shooting bench :-)

Quote from Redwinger2 : Have been wanting to add an AR to my collection. Seems like there is a plethora of makers/models out there which makes the waters muddy to me

You didn't mention what your experience level is with ARs so here goes:

You can get a DPMS or similar (S&W) for under $600 that's quite functional with chromoly barrel, etc. After using it a bit you'll learn what mods you would like.

I have a DPM Panther and regularly put 300 rds through it, enough that it's hard to see through the optic cause of the heat from the barrel. Still no FTF or FTE.

S&W at GrabaGun (1 left at this writing) [grabagun.com]

DPMS Panther Sportical at Buds Gun Shop [budsgunshop.com]