I splurged and bought local: LaRue Tactical upper for around $1,100 3 years ago. I’m sure they’re more like $1800 today. Can’t find a nicer piece of workmanship.
And LaRue tactical is one of the gun makers who are sticking it to the Marxist anti-2nd amendment states.
I guess 1300 for a Ruger upper isn’t bad then.. Just thought I’d link it. I cannot afford it. lol