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Advice Requested: AR-15 To Purchase
Self ^ | 7/31/12 | Self

Posted on 07/31/2012 6:14:16 PM PDT by usconservative

Ok, gotta admit I've wanted an AR-15 for awhile, and now the State of Illinois is looking to ban "assault weapons" and trying to make political hay out of the Aurora, Colorado shootings last week. I'm opposed to government gun control, and I'd like to add a nice AR-15 to my collection. Problem is, I'm not well versed on them, and my budget is about $1200 for one.

I've looked at the Smith & Wesson AR-15 Sport and think it's "ok" but I'm interested in something a little more.


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Anyone want to help me out with recommendations? I'm planning on buying this week.

I like the S&W AR-15 Sport, but I'm an HnK guy, and I really like the HnK 417, but think that's out of my price range.

1 posted on 07/31/2012 6:14:31 PM PDT by usconservative
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The old conventional wisdom was "A-B-C": Armalite, Bushmaster, or Colt.

While my personal loyalties are with Armalite, there are a myriad of manufacturers out there right now making equal quality rifles. With the availability of components nowadays, probably the best rifle for the $$ would be one you assemble for yourself if you're willing to invest the time to do so.

2 posted on 07/31/2012 6:18:48 PM PDT by Joe 6-pack (Que me amat, amet et canem meum)
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This thread won’t get any replies. /sar


3 posted on 07/31/2012 6:18:48 PM PDT by TSgt (The only reason I have one in the chamber at all times, is because it is impossible to have two in.)
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I think the others are OK but I would get a Colt. I once had 4 of them and thought the workmanship was superb.

Colt has also gotten much more civilian customer friendly in the last few months.


4 posted on 07/31/2012 6:18:51 PM PDT by yarddog
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"Anyone want to help me out with recommendations? I'm planning on buying this week"

Good work getting advice. Bad idea buying the same week you make a decision. Once you set your sites on a particular AR wait ten days, see how you feel then. JMO.


5 posted on 07/31/2012 6:19:54 PM PDT by I see my hands (It's time to.. KICK OUT THE JAMS, MOTHER FREEPERS!)
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Look at DPSM, Rock River.


6 posted on 07/31/2012 6:20:20 PM PDT by PzLdr ("The Emperor is not as forgiving as I am" - Darth Vader)
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Help us help you. What is your price range? What is your primary purpose for this weapon? How long of distance are you shooting for? pardon the pun. Any relevant info would be appreciated.
http://www.bushmaster.com/catalog_xm15_BCWA30816MLMOE.asp


7 posted on 07/31/2012 6:20:52 PM PDT by BipolarBob
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I have a Bushmaster and it works just fine.


8 posted on 07/31/2012 6:22:33 PM PDT by GlockThe Vote (The Obama Adminstration: 2nd wave of attacks on America after 9/11)
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To: usconservative
.300 AAC Blackout cartridge.

Research it online and see it's benefits over 5.56/.223 in urban parameters.

For battle-grade toughness, go with:

Daniel Defense
Noveske (pricey but afghanistan-grade ironclad)
Palmetto State Armory

9 posted on 07/31/2012 6:22:52 PM PDT by ExcursionGuy84
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What do you want it for and in what caliber and configurations>

Defense, target, hunting, SHTF, or just to say you have one?


10 posted on 07/31/2012 6:26:30 PM PDT by Sea Parrot (Once I was young, now I am old and the in between went way too fast)
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“Sun Devil” Lower with a “DPMS” upper.

Go to a Gun Show this weekend in your area. Look’em all over.


11 posted on 07/31/2012 6:27:05 PM PDT by TaMoDee ( Lassez les bons temps rouler dans les 2012! Allez Pack!)
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I agree. I have a Colt target model, iron sights, that I bought in 1995 and a Bushmaster m-4 flat top that I bought 3 years ago. Both are excellent weapons and the Bushmaster is suprisingly accurate for a carbine. You can’t go wrong with Bush or DPMS or Colt and you’ll still have money left over for some decent optics.


12 posted on 07/31/2012 6:27:57 PM PDT by technically right
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I would also advise people to get the .22 cienor kit for the AR. Saves tons of $$$$$$$


13 posted on 07/31/2012 6:28:36 PM PDT by GlockThe Vote (The Obama Adminstration: 2nd wave of attacks on America after 9/11)
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I went with the (affordable) Bushmaster and bought a very nice EOTECH holographic sight. All within your budget.

You put the red dot on the target and the rifle puts the round RIGHT THERE.

Non vehere est inermus.


14 posted on 07/31/2012 6:30:31 PM PDT by Blueflag (Res ipsa loquitur: non vehere est inermus)
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Want it primarily for defense and target shooting.

Someone above asked what my budget was, in my post I said $1,200. Can go up a bit if I need to.

I also like the Bushmaster AR-15, but honestly can't tell the difference between it and other AR-15's out there to justify the upcharge for the Bushmaster.

15 posted on 07/31/2012 6:31:35 PM PDT by usconservative (When The Ballot Box No Longer Counts, The Ammunition Box Does. (What's In Your Ammo Box?))
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I have abused the HELL out of my S&W M&P15 but I have yet to have a malfunction of any kind.

I would def buy it again and again.


16 posted on 07/31/2012 6:31:55 PM PDT by Ainast
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Bump


17 posted on 07/31/2012 6:31:55 PM PDT by painter (Rebuild The America We love!)
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I just put my 3rd RRA AR together last week. This one for a son in law. They are top notch and very good to deal with. Also, I live very near them. I built one for a stepson who is a dwarf and they went overboard helping me fit it to his special needs.


18 posted on 07/31/2012 6:32:06 PM PDT by CrazyIvan (Obama's birth certificate was found stapled to Soros's receipt.)
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Colt 6920


19 posted on 07/31/2012 6:32:13 PM PDT by Hammerhead
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To: ExcursionGuy84

Not to hijack a thread but I have been thinking about getting a AR-10 .308 type for hunting and also just to have one. Do all the same recommendations also fit? I was looking at the Remington R-25.


20 posted on 07/31/2012 6:33:03 PM PDT by CollegeRepublican
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