Best deal on a complete 5.56 upper

[HoneyBadger]

I'm piecing together an AR for my dad and to save me time and trouble, I am looking for the best deal on a completed upper.

Requirements are pretty basic. Must have:
-16" chrome-lined barrel
-low profile gas block - no A2 style front sight
-M4 feed ramps
-flat top upper

Final product will have a 9" or 11" Troy TRX or similar handguard.

Ideally I'd like to buy a complete upper with the perfect configuration, but if I have to buy the handguard separate, and do it myself, that's not a problem.

Now, this doesn't need to be a competition gun or anything... far from it. At most, he'll probably shoot it just a few times a year (mostly at paper targets, and sometimes at unwanted critters), but I think he intends for it to be some sort of SHTF gun. In any case, he wants one and he has tasked me with building it for him.

This (http://dsgarms.com/ProductInfo/ARMU15A4CB.aspx) is an example of what I'm sort of looking for and it seems to be the best deal I've found so far, but every time I think I've mastered the internet, half of AR-15.co jumps up with better deals, better ideas, or better solutions for my problems. So internet gurus... What deals are out there that I'm missing?

UPDATE: ----> This is the new best deal (http://www.midwayusa.com/product/513528/dpms-ar-15-oracle-a3-flat-top-upper-assembly-556x45mm-nato-1-in-9-twist-16-light-contour-barrel-chrome-moly-matte-with-glacierguard-handguard-single-rail-gas-block-flash-hider). (Thanks DSB)

[ChunkyMonkey]

Best deal? DSA arms.

[merl]

along the lines of this thread, I'm looking for a lower or 2. have 3 different uppers and swapping around gets old.

[DSB OUTDOORS]

Watch MidWay USA for deals. They had a complete DPMS upper a while ago on sale around $375 if memory serves me.

[HoneyBadger]

Merl you want a stripped lower? I have an extra. PM me if you're interested.

DSA doesn't seem to have any uppers without an A2 FSP. I can take it off, but I'd rather not have to.

[Great-Kazoo]

No WTB forums here:)

I just unloaded 2 of them. Low mileage too.

[HoneyBadger]

No WTB forums here:)

I just unloaded 2 of them. Low mileage too.

Hahaha thanks Jim. I'm mostly just deal hunting right now, but I suppose I could post this there... See? I need guys like to you keep me in line! [ROFL1]

[BUC303]

I realize there is a PSA sucks thread going in the build your own section but they have an upper for like $269 minus the BCG. It has the front sight but you cab buy the low profile gas block for cheap.
http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/ar-15-05/complete-uppers/m4-madness-16-cmv-chrome-lined-stripped-upper-without-bcg-or-charging-handle.html

[kwando]

I realize there is a PSA sucks thread going in the build your own section but they have an upper for like $269 minus the BCG. It has the front sight but you cab buy the low profile gas block for cheap.
http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/ar-15-05/complete-uppers/m4-madness-16-cmv-chrome-lined-stripped-upper-without-bcg-or-charging-handle.html

That is your best deal...

$269 + $159 BCM BCG + $170 13" troy alpha +25 low pro gas block = Sweet upper! Optics of your choice

[Great-Kazoo]

That is your best deal...

$269 + $159 BCM BCG + $170 13" troy alpha +25 low pro gas block = Sweet upper! Optics of your choice

Way to much for an upper that will see little use. For that price i'd drop some coin and haggle with this guy. Buy it for only $125 more "asking price" keep it and give your dad the upper you have. I'd buy the piston set up off you and more than happy replace it with a di system. win- win.

http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/spo/3346389746.html

[Adawg38]

You can get a complete Spikes Tactical upper for $499 from aimsurplus.com
They are sold out right now but you can have them notify you when they are in stick.

[hatidua]

he'll probably shoot it just a few times a year

Aren't there complete DPMS rifles available for $600 or so?

[HoneyBadger]

Aren't there complete DPMS rifles available for $600 or so?

I already have a completed lower that I plan on sticking it on. He was a little more picky about the lower, since that is where most of the "user interface" is... He picked out a specific grip and stock... which I conveniently had sitting around. :)

[gos]

My PSA rifle (m4gery) has run fine. 500 or so rounds, no malfunctions. I paid $999 including an aimpoint pro, but the same thing is available for $599 complete without the optic. Same upper as was linked above.

[Great-Kazoo]

I already have a completed lower that I plan on sticking it on. He was a little more picky about the lower, since that is where most of the "user interface" is... He picked out a specific grip and stock... which I conveniently had sitting around. :)

Buy the sportical for $600. Drop the upper on his lower, then wait until the newbies panic buy and roll it for the $600 you paid[ROFL1]
That is if demand out paced supply, never buy a gun with the intent to resell for a profit.

[Delfuego]

Check out Aim Surplus. I have never had a problem ordering from them. Just remember who loves ya baby![Beer]
http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=XAIMDD16ALPHA13&name=AIM+16%22+CHF+.223%2f5.56+Alpha+13+Upper+Rece iver&groupid=586
or
http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=XAIMDD16BRAVO13&name=AIM+16%22+CHF+.223%2f5.56+Bravo+13+Upper+Rece iver&groupid=586

[HoneyBadger]

What's up with the super duper heavy barrels? I want at least an M4 profile barrel, if not a pencil profile. I know... picky picky! [ROFL1]

Thanks for all the help guys!

[BUC303]

Check rguns website they have a ton of uppers, I think the second one down on the link is pretty close to what you are looking for with BCG for $550

http://www.rguns.net/rifles/rifles-semiauto-ar15-uppers-556-16Inch-Heavy.shtml

EDIT: I didn't see your barrel requirement until after I posted, that is the heavy barrel page

[Delfuego]

Dude, seriously? I know the honey badger doesn't give that much of a shit. You will kick yourself for not getting this one. I paid close to $900 to have almost the same one built.

Barrel Profiles:
http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=56755

[HoneyBadger]

Barrel Profiles:
http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=56755

Whelp, shit.

I learned something new about "Government profile" barrels today! [Beer]

[Great-Kazoo]

Whelp, shit.

I learned something new about "Government profile" barrels today! [Beer]

The gov profile / lightweights i have are a straight .625, except where the bbl nut is.

[spleify]

Some great deals here. Thanks for the info everyone.

[HoneyBadger]

I'm just trying to get Christmas to come early for everyone.. :D

[spleify]

I'm just trying to get Christmas to come early for everyone.. :D

For sure!!

I am digging some of these cheapo deals!!

[DD977GM2]

Check out AIM Surplus or BCM. They usually have great deals on uppers [M2]

[SouthPaw]

I personally think your "best" deal is from midway:

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/840432/del-ton-dissipator-carbine-kit-ar-15-556x45mm-nato-1-in-9-twist-16-barrel-upper-assembly-lower-parts-kit-m4-collapsible-buttstock-pre-ban

You get the complete upper and an extra LPK. Midway is always running deals. I think when I bought mine I had save $50 on $500+. They have super quick shipping and great customer service. They offer 4 kits. Carbine, middy, dissy, and A2. All they have in stock right now is the dissy.

[Jer]

I picked up a PSA Midlength upper when they had their 'Midlength madness' sale and couldn't be happier. It was for a truck gun so I just needed combat accurate & combat reliable at the lowest price I could find. Fit the need perfectly for me.

[cofi]

I personally think your "best" deal is from midway:

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/840432/del-ton-dissipator-carbine-kit-ar-15-556x45mm-nato-1-in-9-twist-16-barrel-upper-assembly-lower-parts-kit-m4-collapsible-buttstock-pre-ban

You get the complete upper and an extra LPK. Midway is always running deals. I think when I bought mine I had save $50 on $500+. They have super quick shipping and great customer service. They offer 4 kits. Carbine, middy, dissy, and A2. All they have in stock right now is the dissy.


yup those dissys are great!