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And for some of us the building of a gun is the prize. I am going to catch some flak here but for the most part you do not "build" an AR you just put the pieces together. Try that with a bunch of 1911 parts. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by SideShow Bob
BUILD ONE
I did, and finished mine up for just a tad over 900 dollars.
(910-915 I think)
As others have said, shop around for deals and you will get away with a steal of a rifle that will blow any stock AR out of the water.
Look for sales, guys selling parts cheap on here, and prowl the arfcom equipment exchange as much as possible.
AND, on top of anything else, its a ton of fun to build on your own.
If you have a basic set of hand tools
(set of punches and a hammer, chan-nel-locs, duct tape, and a paper clip to keep the detents from flying across the room are all you really need) and an understanding of how to use them, you will be done in no time.
build one yourself, and you will make off with twice the quality of a storebought gun (if you pick your parts right), an understanding of how the gun works, and you'll have the satisfaction of saying, "I built that"[Beer]
hope this helps,
Kenny
Probably the biggest advantage to building is you can build that special, one off rifle that no manufacturer offers.
You can take your time and accrue the best components but also take the time and research it and make sure of compatability between those components.
This is also one of the chief causes of problems. People will just toss parts together with no consideration to making sure they work together correctly.
There is a good bit to be said for a factory warranty.
If this is your first AR I would go with a complete factory rifle. It will be ready to roll out of the box and theoretically run hassle free. Cut your teeth on this one, learn the platform and what you want out of a build. Try different accessories and components and figure out what you want out of your ultimate rifle.
Then go hog wild and build the rifle of your dreams.
My first AR was a complete factory gun purchase. Every one since (12 total) has been built by me or me and friends. I like to tinker and when I get an idea I want to try it out. I would say if you feel comfortable with it build it. Then you know its yours.[Beer]
I like to build them myself unless I can get exactly what I want put on it like a larue upper.
I did it!
Bought some pieces yesterday at Tanner and built up a Basic Flattop and added a carry handle.
$701 total. ($647 without carry handle)
Surplus Guns Ammo Lower: $70
Bushmaster LPK: $52
Delton Complete Upper, with BCG, 1:9, Chrome Lined, Flattop, Front sight: $485
New Take off Adujstable Stock/Tube/Buffer: $40
A2 Carry Handle and sight (5280 Armory): $54
Might have been able to go cheaper, but just didn't find a good deal on a complete upper new or used.
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