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Posted: 6/9/2003 4:57:39 PM EDT
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Welcome, and IBTL!
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Posted: 6/9/2003 4:59:49 PM EDT
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bushy
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Posted: 6/9/2003 5:02:32 PM EDT
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If you buy a rifle of recent manufacture, the differences in quality among the major manufacturers is minimal. Both Colt and Bushmaster are fine choices. Many people will say to buy only ABC (Armalite, Bushmaster, or Colt) but that's just jingoistic elitism. [;)] They're all pretty good.
One consideration might be whether or not your rifle has a chrome bore. This is one area where there ARE differences from brand to brand and model to model. |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 5:08:10 PM EDT
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I prefer Colt, but whatever you buy make sure it has a chrome barrel & chamber and is 5.56 so you can shoot cheap commie Wolf ammo.
I own a Colt MT6400C and a Colt MT6601 that have had no problems except with the factory 10 round mags. Do yourself a favor and get several USGI mags before you go shooting the first time. |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 5:19:39 PM EDT
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IBTGB
(In Before The Get Both!) |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 5:26:12 PM EDT
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i'm partial to Bushmaster
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Posted: 6/9/2003 5:28:52 PM EDT
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For a basic AR, go for price. They're all good.
Think about it, competition is hot. For a match rifle, go custom. IMHO, ask on the competitive forum if you want the most king-hell accurate AR, but be prepared to have your eyes opened pretty damned wide! 3-6 " groups at 600(yes, 1800') are possible. Lew Tippie and John Hollinger are some prety seriour gun plumbers. |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 6:48:20 PM EDT
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Get Both! [:)]
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Posted: 6/9/2003 8:06:15 PM EDT
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Troy's AR [url=ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=2&t=163620]Brand Comparison[/url] chart.
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Posted: 6/9/2003 8:29:02 PM EDT
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[url]http://www.odcmp.com/Services/Programs/AR15.htm[/url]
If the prices here are a good deal (and they ususally are with the CMP), you likely qualify. |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 9:09:19 PM EDT
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I have plenty of experience with Colt and Bushy AR's and both are highly accurate and reliable in my opinion.
BUT I am planning on buy 2 new rifles one of which will be a 24" Ultra Accurate model and the other a 16" tactical type but both are going to come from DPMS. I have read and heard too much good stuff about the reliablity and insane accuracy of their rifles not to mention their outstanding rep for customer service. |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 9:11:58 PM EDT
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Also if you got a fat wallet then check out the new issue of shooting times and look at the LBC Thunder Ranch AR. 1/2 MOA and 100% Reliability. But is cost $2500!!!
For a 16" !!! Ooohhh the insanity!!! |
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Posted: 6/9/2003 9:25:33 PM EDT
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I have both a DPMS and Bushmaster both are very good. DPMS is the only manufacturer that also sells a left handed eject upper. I'm a lefthanded shooter left eye dominant
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Posted: 6/9/2003 9:28:34 PM EDT
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Any of above mentioned, but avoid HESSE ARMS at all costs. |
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