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bobthebowhunter
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Posted: 8/9/2012 1:00:01 PM

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I'm looking to get a pretty basic yet sturdy 5.56 carbine. Not looking to get fancy, just need something reliable. This gun will be a play/defense gun, but I will also be using a 6.8 upper to hunt with.

I like the model 3. I like the flat top, optic ready upper, and the ability to add rails to the forend.

So what do you guys think about Stag Arms in general?
I heard somewhere that they make some/most of their parts in house. What parts do they fabricate in house?
Thanks guys.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 1:21:01 PM
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I have a model 3 that I use as a patrol rifle and its awesome. Zero failures with 1500 rds. Stag is the retail end of CMT which makes and supplies alot of parts to the military.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 1:44:55 PM


Stag is the sister company to CMT. They are good to go.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 1:47:08 PM
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Posted: 8/9/2012 1:55:30 PM
Stag is good and I had a good experince with their CS.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 2:20:06 PM
They are mighty fine rifles.. Mine is flawless. Not one malfunction after 1,500 rounds and counting.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 2:42:03 PM
This question gets answered a lot

Stag's GTG, and if they made the "plus package" standard, it would be even better.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 2:56:50 PM
Flawless after 7 years. Stag is GTG. My Model 2 with Aimpoint and Surefire G2. Only other item I added was a Hogue grip.



As it looked right after I bought it. As you can see, I played around with the where I wanted a light and bought a cheap VFG, but otherwise it was fine right outta the box. I prefer running it without the VFG these days.



Could have bought one without this:

but I like the idea of Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer and the other libtards shitting themselves that this means nothing now.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 3:23:47 PM
I have a model 3L and it has been flawless as well, 3 years, 3000 ish rounds of cheap ammo and never a hiccup
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Posted: 8/9/2012 7:11:39 PM
If you plan on buying the model 3: know that the complete rifle includes the quad rail but if you only buy the model 3 upper is has the basic fore-end with double heat shield inside.

If you plan on purchasing a second upper in 6.8 buy that as a complete upper and buy the model 3 as a complete rifle to include the quad rail.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 7:46:54 PM
Here is a 4 page thread from just a couple days ago asking of Stag quality
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Posted: 8/9/2012 8:42:54 PM
Originally Posted By DuhandorHello:
This question gets answered a lot

Stag's GTG, and if they made the "plus package" standard, it would be even better.


That begs the question, why don't they? I have twin Stag Model-2 carbines. They are really nice looking weapons, accurate and so reliable they're almost boring. I did change the so-so staked semi-auto BCGs they came with (CM marked bolts in both) with their "plus package" BCGs last year. The originals languish now as "spares". Frankly nothing changed performance-wise, but I'm still sure it was a good idea. The question is why those BCGs still don't show up on their web page as something one can purchase without buying a complete upper? They don't list the 1/7 barrels among the barrels/barrel kits either. Anybody know why?
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Posted: 8/9/2012 8:56:04 PM
Originally Posted By steveodell59:
Originally Posted By DuhandorHello:
This question gets answered a lot

Stag's GTG, and if they made the "plus package" standard, it would be even better.


That begs the question, why don't they? I have twin Stag Model-2 carbines. They are really nice looking weapons, accurate and so reliable they're almost boring. I did change the so-so staked semi-auto BCGs they came with (CM marked bolts in both) with their "plus package" BCGs last year. The originals languish now as "spares". Frankly nothing changed performance-wise, but I'm still sure it was a good idea. The question is why those BCGs still don't show up on their web page as something one can purchase without buying a complete upper? They don't list the 1/7 barrels among the barrels/barrel kits either. Anybody know why?


Stags are generally regarded as good to go by alot of shooters here but like every manufacturer, they do put out lemons from time to time. However, Stag is supposed to have great customer service if need be.

There's no telling why they don't offer ot standard but a good guess is becuase they make more money per rifle/upper. However they probably don't sell too many with the standard package as you can get a BCM or DD upper for what a Stag with the added cost of the plus package costs.

What perplexes me is why they will not sell any uppers that are sub 16" to somebody wanting to build a pistol. Bit hey it's their company they can make their own decisions.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 9:13:20 PM
Good to go.

I have a stag 6.8 and 5.56. Both eat anything I feed them.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 9:53:44 PM
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A Stag Model 3 was my first AR. The only problem I had with it was with some bad reloads that weren't sized correctly and would not chamber, which is certainly not the rifle's fault.

It's been reliable and durable for me. I'd certainly buy another.

I have over 10k rounds through it, along with some training and 3-gun thrown in for good measure.
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Posted: 8/9/2012 10:16:25 PM
Stag is GTG!
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Posted: 8/9/2012 10:27:26 PM
One thing about Stag, if you ever find them at a booth, expect them to gush like schoolgirls when you tell them how happy you are with their products. I had a lot of fun chatting with the guys when they were in Phx for the 09 NRA convention. They liked talking to customers and potential customers, and they are proud of what they roll out the door.
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Posted: 8/10/2012 10:47:05 AM
Does anyone know if Stag will ship directly to an FFL if I order off their website or do I have to go through a dealer?
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Posted: 8/10/2012 11:01:42 AM
Great company and I'm not just saying that because they are local to me. Our Department CT Dept of Correction, just picked them up as our perimeter/"executive protection" rifle.
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Posted: 8/10/2012 11:25:08 AM
About 4500 rounds and only failures were my reloads when I first started out. Things eats pretty much everything and looks good doing it.
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Posted: 8/10/2012 7:53:05 PM
Not to pile on.

Stag is GTG, buy with confidence.
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Posted: 8/10/2012 7:59:00 PM
Originally Posted By bobthebowhunter:
Does anyone know if Stag will ship directly to an FFL if I order off their website or do I have to go through a dealer?


I'm not sure, but Pete at Legal Transfers should be able to get you what you need.
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Posted: 8/10/2012 8:43:04 PM
Bought an upper from Pete and its great

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Posted: 8/10/2012 9:24:55 PM
Add me to the list of satisfied Stag Arms customers. I just received a basic 1L, exactly what I wanted, a no frills shooter. After closely checking it over I couldn't find any flaws unlike some of the other posts concerning their Colt finishes.
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Posted: 8/10/2012 9:33:44 PM
Originally Posted By strat81:
Originally Posted By bobthebowhunter:
Does anyone know if Stag will ship directly to an FFL if I order off their website or do I have to go through a dealer?


I'm not sure, but Pete at Legal Transfers should be able to get you what you need.


+1 Got my Stag Upper from him with no issues
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Posted: 8/10/2012 10:04:09 PM
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They will ship to a FFL. I have had mine for about 4 years and we have been through 2 Gunsite courses together. My Stag 2T has approximately 10,000 rounds through it with no problems at all.
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