Looking for 1st AR15 recommendations

[KL7]

I just recently joined the forum and started learning about the AR15. I grew up hunting pheasants, geese, duck, etc, so I'm not new to guns, but I've mainly dealt with shotguns.

I'm looking to get an AR15 to learn and target shoot, but I'm not looking to drop a ton of money on a new hobby. I've looked around and most recommendations are in the $1,000-$1,500 range (RRA, Bushmaster, S&W). I've found a few options that are about half that price, but want some experts to tell me if it is worth it. Again, I'm just looking for something to learn from and shoot. I'm not looking to go out and build my own (I have no experience at all to do this) and I'm not looking to buy a top of the line AR. I want something that works and shoots well, something that I can tear apart to learn how it works, and something fairly cheap to get into.

How here is what I have found, let me know your thoughts:

CMMG Bargin:
http://cmmginc.secure-mall.com/shop/...71827&cat=161&

AimSurplus.com
http://www.aimsurplus.com/acatalog/New_Rifles_.html
(4th gun down the list, Del-Ton DTI-4)

Both of these are in the $600-$700 range.

Thanks for the input!

[hobowh]

I've heard nothing but good things on the cmmg

[Tora]

Both should work fine for what you are looking for. I would urge you to get some training on it right off, you'll enjoy it more if you do.

[GreenScoutII]

Welcome aboard! I'm new to AR-15's too and the guys here have a lot of good info and are actually happy to help newbies like us. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the accuracy and ergonomics. I sure was. I grew up shooting trap, skeet, metallic silhouette, and running game target. I was used to bolt action rifles and was kind of biased against anything else for accuracy. I was mistaken.

I have a RRA lower with a Stag 16" flat top upper. A decent set up, but by no means top of the line. I think you'll be happy with any of the more economy priced options.

Also, the AR platform is like the small-block Chevy. Parts are plentifull and easy to come by. A guy can really set one of these up any way he wants, anything from a plinker to a precision competition rifle pretty easily.

[DocMedic]

You'll do good with either or, don't get caught up on "big name" guns. There all basicly the same . For at least what you want it for.

I know you said you don't want to build one, but I would suggest in buying a full upper assembly and build a lower assembly. Lowers can be built with tools around the garage and if you know how to play with lego's you can build a lower. It will also give you a better understanding of the M16-M4 series rifles.

[KL7]

You'll do good with either or, don't get caught up on "big name" guns. There all basicly the same . For at least what you want it for.

I know you said you don't want to build one, but I would suggest in buying a full upper assembly and build a lower assembly. Lowers can be built with tools around the garage and if you know how to play with lego's you can build a lower. It will also give you a better understanding of the M16-M4 series rifles.

Is there a recommended book or website out there that displays how everything goes together? I'm an engineer and not afraid to build an AR15, but if you gave me a pile of parts, I wouldn't know where to start. If I had something to read, I'm sure I could figure it out.

[hobowh]

I found this helpful

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=226782

[DocMedic]

Here's a good start
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=226782

*edit* damn beat me to it :P

[Marlin]

So simple, even an engineer could build one....







Sorry Had too... Been in construction for over 21 years....

[Uberjager]

Is there a recommended book or website out there that displays how everything goes together? I'm an engineer and not afraid to build an AR15, but if you gave me a pile of parts, I wouldn't know where to start. If I had something to read, I'm sure I could figure it out.

The hardest parts is getting in the roll pins, the rollpins are a bit hard to start. Other than that, it's really easy.