“Every ‘stimulus check’ went to uppers, lowers & ammo”
It sure does not go as far as it did just 3-4 years ago when I was paying more attention to prices.
From Palmetto State Armory the complete stainless Freedom AR.223 kit (less lower) could be had for $280 on sale. 80% Lower for $75 from other sources. Magpul rear flip up site $40. All in $400 + tax.
Just that Freedom kit is North of $500 now.
I just saw Anderson stripped AR15 lowers for $299 - thieves at Cheaper Than Dirt. I bought them locally last year for $69.