DLT 1,646 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 It's my birthday today and the wife asked what I would like. I found a lower receiver kit for $150 that pretty much includes everything. What do you guys think? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mancat 2,368 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Maybe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
6500rpm 670 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Happy Birthday bro. Bottom line is it's your choice. I find myself viewing the safe as a roach motel for guns-every time I tell myself it's time to thin the herd, something else shows up. Maybe the real question is do I need a bigger safe? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
james lambert 3,059 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Happy Birthday bro. Bottom line is it's your choice. I find myself viewing the safe as a roach motel for guns-every time I tell myself it's time to thin the herd, something else shows up. Maybe the real question is do I need a bigger safe? Im up to six safes now...and need a new one No such thing as too many guns, so sure build another AR in some cool caliber 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BigChongus 765 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Yes. And then place in garbage can. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SmilinEd 364 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Happy Birthday, I have also been looking into a AR kit rifle, next yr tho The only thing I do myself would be stay with a caliber that I already have, most likely 308. Anyhow enjoy the day...!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
james lambert 3,059 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Yes. And then place in garbage can. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mancat 2,368 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Happy Birthday, I have also been looking into a AR kit rifle, next yr tho The only thing I do myself would be stay with a caliber that I already have, most likely 308. Anyhow enjoy the day...!!! There have been a few deals lately for complete AR-10 rifles from PSA in the $699 range. Though I do believe they are just button-rifled, non chrome-lined, if that matters to you. If I had an AR-10 I would probably never put enough rounds through it for that to matter. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DLT 1,646 Posted December 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Was curious about 300bo. Not sure yet. Also might go 20 inch rifle configuration in 556 rather than another carbine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
_Boris_ 63 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Happy Birthday bro. Bottom line is it's your choice. I find myself viewing the safe as a roach motel for guns-every time I tell myself it's time to thin the herd, something else shows up. Maybe the real question is do I need a bigger safe? Im up to six safes now...and need a new one No such thing as too many guns, so sure build another AR in some cool caliber It would be cheaper to build a walk-in safe/room ... and I need another room To OP, why not Saiga or something more buildy and less assembly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BigChongus 765 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 It's my birthday today and the wife asked what I would like. I found a lower receiver kit for $150 that pretty much includes everything. What do you guys think? You know what type of buffer tube assembly it comes with? I'm guessing at that price (and assuming it includes the lower, LPK and buffer tube assembly) that it's a commercial tube. Just something to think about. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magsite20 1,664 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Not No, But Hell No! Take the money you would have spent and send it to me. Just be glad you didn’t ask about a car or a house, I’m letting you off cheap this time. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sccritterkiller 473 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 (edited) Happy Birthday! I say hell yeah! I'm fond of the 6.8 flavor myself...the silver state 110gr sp makes a great hunting round. If you know how many guns you have, you don't have enough! Edited December 18, 2014 by sccritterkiller Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SmilinEd 364 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Happy Birthday, I have also been looking into a AR kit rifle, next yr tho The only thing I do myself would be stay with a caliber that I already have, most likely 308. Anyhow enjoy the day...!!! There have been a few deals lately for complete AR-10 rifles from PSA in the $699 range. Though I do believe they are just button-rifled, non chrome-lined, if that matters to you. If I had an AR-10 I would probably never put enough rounds through it for that to matter. Thanks for the direction/insight, when I get into the financial position to buy a AR10 kit I will be asking a lot of questions. Button barrel is ok if the manufacturer changes the button while manufacturing the barrel. Like I said, not there yet, couple other irons in the fire that need the financial attention. Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bigtwin 219 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Happy Birthday DLT! I would never say no to another AR(assuming funds are there)! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DLT 1,646 Posted December 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Thanks guys. The lower kit is a mil-spec bushmaster. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BB1980 71 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Knock yourself out, I'm Building three AR pistols from black friday parts...... .223, .300BLK, and 9mm. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
termite 463 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 If it's your birthday, then go big and get you one with the "fun switch", no need to build it, just load it up and shoot it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
read_the_wall 614 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 9mm pistol subsonic ammo w/ a can you will not regret it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nlacy 692 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 The question is really "should I build 3 more AR's?" because they're like potato chips, you can't just eat (make) one. Once you start you'll never be satisfied. I've built 6 and trying to figure out what my next build will be. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 SBR in 300 Blk. Happy Birthday! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
semper299 284 Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 I just put together a middy, so I say hell yes. Prices on AR upper, lowers, BCG's, and LPK's are ridiculous right now. I don't think you can ever have too many evil black guns. And you are only one incident away from that thing doubling in value. All mine are in 223, but I am tempted to try a 9mm build. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Inspector 12 37 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 I'm working on my second build right now and have parts in the safe for a third. I have several other AR platform rifles and the caliber thing continues to swirl through my brain. I was leaning toward 300 BO but I already have two "oddballs". One is a Rockriver mid length carbine in 6.8 spc, the other is an Armalite AR 10 T match rifle in .243. While both are great calibers, if prices spike again on the horizon I will be tempted to off them in favor or the .556 variations that will be easier to find ammo for in a SHTF situation. I would not opt for an AR in one of the AK chamberings as I prefer to just have AK platform rifles for that purpose. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dayofruin 425 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 Happy birthday to you. Yes, you should. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dad2142Dad 6,559 Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 Yes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
XD45 7,124 Posted December 30, 2014 Report Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) I took my two pistol builds for their first shots today. All was good. The 5.56 runs great with an H2 buffer with all ammo and the 300bo runs with standard buffer but won't lock back with the H2. EDIT: Just got done cleaning and I must say the nickel boron bolt carrier groups are worth the extra money. Especially if you get them on sale like I did. Edited December 30, 2014 by Darth Saigus 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted December 30, 2014 Report Share Posted December 30, 2014 Short hand answer with no articles and stuff. I am jealous. Mil spec AND Bushmaster? I dunno about that. It may only be mil spec if it is a M16 purchased thru military gov infrastructure. If I really wanted to build my 214th AR15 rifle, (mostly rifles) ... (yeah I counted ... tax records) then because I am crazy and a Lefty and since this IS AN AK FORUM... ...I would hold out for a left hand 6.5 Grendel HB 20" rifle with the standard A2 butt stock and stuff with the removable top sight assembly. Just me but I am crazy here. Will a LH AR15 .300 Blackout bolt head work with a 6.5 Grendel? I dunno. Nobody I am aware of makes high quality, (better be with that rim diameter!) LH 6.5 Grendel AR15 bolt heads. HB of CJ (old coot) To be true Military specification, the lower would have to a M16. The hammer a true M16. A true M16 trigger. The disconnecter NOT cut back to AR15 dimensions. Don't forget the auto sear group and receiver hole. THEN ... everything must pass repeated multiple tough inspections and quality control AND have a USGI VIN number. Then it MAY be military specification. Just some background info. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mancat 2,368 Posted January 1, 2015 Report Share Posted January 1, 2015 (edited) Just ordered complete blemished mid-length 16" upper & PSA premium lower build kit for $500.. Including cost for PSA stripped lower that's been sitting around for a few months, plus the FFL fee for it, That's about $575 total for a quality mid-range AR with chrome-lined BCG, and CHF/CL FN-manufactured barrel. I thought about throwing together a cheaper rifle a few months back that would've totaled out to about $450 but I really didn't want a cheap LPK and non-chrome 4140 button rifled barrel. Another $100 or so is well worth it for the chrome-lined BCG and FN overrun barrel. Year end sale still going on at PSA: http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/blemished-psa-16-hammer-forged-midlength-upperpper.html Edited January 1, 2015 by mancat Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted January 1, 2015 Report Share Posted January 1, 2015 It's my birthday today and the wife asked what I would like. I found a lower receiver kit for $150 that pretty much includes everything. What do you guys think? You could have answered her with "I'm a GUY! You KNOW what I want!!" ARs come in more flavors than Baskin Robbins ice cream. Another one is always a good idea. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mostholycerebus 415 Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 If you already have a: 20" heavy barrel target AR 20" vietnam era clone M16A2 clone 16" midlength M4 clone 18.2" rifle gas SPR 16" lightweight (under 4.75# unloaded) 16" RECCE 14" M4 clone 14" Afghan 10.5" entry SBR and all of those again but in 300BLK, plus: 6.2" Honey Badger clone 13" ultra lightweight 16" scout concept in 300BLK.... Then yeah, it might be time to start looking into AKs (yugos, ruskies, romanian, polish, and all the variants). Or you could add a wood furniture AR, a couple video game builds, etc, etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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