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Posted: 5/30/2015 12:34:13 PM EDT

A few weeks ago I bought a cheap Anderson lower from AIM for no reason other than just because. What should I build it into? I only have one other AR (kinda), form 1 is pending for a 10.5" SBR. I've never put an AR together from a stripped lower before so it'll be a learning experience. Should I go the 9mm SBR direction (with suppressor in the future)? Some type of scoped DMR setup? A caliber other than 5.56?

Posted: 5/30/2015 12:43:06 PM EDT

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RECCE

Posted: 5/30/2015 1:19:21 PM EDT

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DMR would compliment your SBR nicely.

Posted: 5/30/2015 2:03:34 PM EDT

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Grendel

Posted: 5/30/2015 3:15:57 PM EDT

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This I guess.

I started a build with no real plans in mind, and it is turning into a very expensive REECE quickly. .

So, share my pain.

Posted: 5/30/2015 8:08:03 PM EDT

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Standard 20" A2 rifle.

Posted: 6/1/2015 1:00:11 AM EDT

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Now to research and second guess my ass off.

Posted: 6/1/2015 5:02:37 AM EDT

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Pistol.

With all the talk of them possibly going away.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1753710_The_Hill__Obama_prepares_new_gun_regulations___his_final_shot_at_gun_control.html

Posted: 6/1/2015 10:50:19 AM EDT

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Why would I want a pistol if I already have an SBR in the works?

Posted: 6/1/2015 7:06:02 PM EDT

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Pistol.

With all the talk of them possibly going away.

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DMR or RECCE

Posted: 6/2/2015 9:31:30 AM EDT

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Exactly. I never understood the appeal of an AR pistol other than a legal path to a SBR.

Posted: 6/2/2015 12:38:29 PM EDT

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A4, with an ACOG. Like a DMR rifle, as someone said. Or you could go all out and do a SAM-R / SDM-R rifle. I'm just telling you what I'd like, so....

A recce is a good thing too.

Posted: 6/2/2015 1:54:50 PM EDT

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Blackout.

Posted: 6/2/2015 2:20:01 PM EDT

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1. Buy more.
2. Wait for 2016 elections.
3. ???
4. Profit.

Posted: 6/2/2015 11:41:49 PM EDT

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Why would I want a pistol if I already have an SBR in the works?

Exactly. I never understood the appeal of an AR pistol other than a legal path to a SBR.

A pistol lower is what you use for your SBR upper when travelling out of state to cut down on paperwork.

Posted: 6/3/2015 8:25:03 AM EDT

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Why would I want a pistol if I already have an SBR in the works?

Exactly. I never understood the appeal of an AR pistol other than a legal path to a SBR.

A pistol lower is what you use for your SBR upper when travelling out of state to cut down on paperwork.

Or to get around IN's stupid deer regulations.

Posted: 6/3/2015 11:07:18 AM EDT

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Why would I want a pistol if I already have an SBR in the works?

Exactly. I never understood the appeal of an AR pistol other than a legal path to a SBR.

A pistol lower is what you use for your SBR upper when travelling out of state to cut down on paperwork.

that one form really isn't a big deal.

Posted: 6/3/2015 12:30:03 PM EDT

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I voted DMR

Posted: 6/3/2015 1:19:05 PM EDT

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I can get on board with this, I love mine.

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Posted: 6/3/2015 2:17:00 PM EDT

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that one form really isn't a big deal.

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Why would I want a pistol if I already have an SBR in the works?

Exactly. I never understood the appeal of an AR pistol other than a legal path to a SBR.

A pistol lower is what you use for your SBR upper when travelling out of state to cut down on paperwork.

that one form really isn't a big deal.

True. However there are some states that do not allow NFA / SBR's but a pistol Is legal.

Posted: 6/3/2015 2:35:15 PM EDT

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This.

ETA: http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-M16-Government-20-Upper-Receiver-Group-p/bcm-urg-gov-20.htm

Posted: 6/3/2015 5:27:32 PM EDT

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Go big bore. .450 Bushmaster, .458 Socom, or .50 Beowulf.

Best,
JBR

Posted: 6/3/2015 5:31:56 PM EDT

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True. However there are some states that do not allow NFA / SBR's but a pistol Is legal.

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Why would I want a pistol if I already have an SBR in the works?

Exactly. I never understood the appeal of an AR pistol other than a legal path to a SBR.

A pistol lower is what you use for your SBR upper when travelling out of state to cut down on paperwork.

that one form really isn't a big deal.

True. However there are some states that do not allow NFA / SBR's but a pistol Is legal.

the only commie state that people live in that i know is kaliforniastan and i won't be taking any guns if i visit.

Posted: 6/3/2015 5:45:01 PM EDT

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Paperweight or doorstop?

Posted: 6/4/2015 11:53:30 PM EDT

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Maybe a Christmas tree ornament.

Posted: 6/5/2015 8:59:22 AM EDT

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I can get on board with this, I love mine.

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I can get on board with this, I love mine.

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Standard 20" A2 rifle.

I came here to post this too. I love the 20" A2.

Posted: 6/5/2015 9:47:45 AM EDT

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This. Every man needs a 20" A2

Posted: 6/5/2015 10:02:04 AM EDT

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I'd go 9mm SBR + suppressor. So much fun and affordable to shoot.

Posted: 6/6/2015 10:38:47 AM EDT

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Standard 20" A2 rifle.

This. Every man needs a 20" A2

I have both the A1 and A2 and much prefer the A1 in my avatar.

Posted: 6/10/2015 10:08:41 AM EDT

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A few weeks ago I bought a cheap Anderson lower from AIM for no reason other than just because. What should I build it into? I only have one other AR (kinda), form 1 is pending for a 10.5" SBR. I've never put an AR together from a stripped lower before so it'll be a learning experience. Should I go the 9mm SBR direction (with suppressor in the future)? Some type of scoped DMR setup? A caliber other than 5.56?

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9mm SBR. Mines 7.5 inch with suppressor on the way. KAK pistol hider on it for now just to get out to the end of the APEX handguard. Tons of fun.

Posted: 7/3/2015 11:11:08 PM EDT

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300th post for 300 blk

Posted: 7/4/2015 11:55:23 AM EDT

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This. Every man needs a 20" A2

I have both the A1 and A2 and much prefer the A1 in my avatar.

No slight intended, I'm all for any 20" AR. I only have a A2 model. But looking to add at least a dedicated NM A2 for hipower and I'd like to add in a DMR style/A4 to somewhat complete my 20" collection.

Posted: 7/4/2015 2:19:55 PM EDT

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What DLS said....if you have a SBR pending do the DMR then you have a lot of bases covered

Posted: 7/4/2015 8:46:03 PM EDT

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While the 20-inch A-2 is always a great choice, I find I really prefer the 16-inch pencil barrel for all practical purposes, such as the Colt 6720. This will not be a lot different from your SBR, but you will get more effective velocity out of a 5.56 with those extra inches . In my humble opinion, 16 inches is the right answer. If you think you will do a lot of target work, and you enjoy that, then the 20-inch with a very good barrel, a geiselle trigger and good optics will put you in the zone.