Lewis ( LMT ) vs. ????

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Posted: 1/22/2006 7:30:22 AM EDT

I am new at the AR market and I am seeing a lot of "new" makers out there. After talking with a number of people in my area, the feelings are wide and I am getting a little confused. This LMT rifle is a lot of money, is it worth the difference?? Bang for buck and all that....... As a good everyday shooter, I just want a dependable rifle! A thought that one of the guys told me to think about, I could always chnge the upper later on if I so chose.

Hey any ideas on this and the first rifle????

Posted: 1/22/2006 7:41:36 AM EDT

[#1]

CMT would be good.

Posted: 1/22/2006 7:50:23 AM EDT

[#2]

LMT is top of the line. Bar none! Of course that's just my opinion.

Posted: 1/22/2006 8:17:45 AM EDT

[#3]

a dpms or olympic are less expensive (unless someones price gouging)and will last most people alife time.A tight chamber can be bothersome,556 is the best all around unless you have your match ammo.
you dont have to get colt, lmt, armalite . & pay out the nose to get somthing decent.

Posted: 1/22/2006 8:42:36 AM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
a dpms or olympic are less expensive (unless someones price gouging)and will last most people alife time.A tight chamber can be bothersome,556 is the best all around unless you have your match ammo.
you dont have to get colt, lmt, armalite . & pay out the nose to get somthing decent.

whatdid hesay.imnot sure I got allof that

Posted: 1/22/2006 8:43:36 AM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:

Hey any ideas on this and the first rifle????

To answer your original question

The LMT rifle would be a great first rifle, you would be hard pressed to find a better quality rifle.

after you get to know the makers, mil specs. and quality of the different manufacturers, you would be happy with the LMT

Best bet is to do alot of research before dropping a thousand dollars on a rifle you might not be happy with

I myself like the Colt, LMT, Bushmaster, RRA and Armalite, in that order.
would'nt consider a DPMS or Olympic

now if you are considering building one for yourself, thats a whole different ball game
Many Many good part manufacturers out there, and gives you a satisfying feeling when you shoot it

Welcome to the boards

Posted: 1/22/2006 8:59:01 AM EDT

[#6]

Im gone to buy a LMT upper and give them a try as soon as this damn check comes

Posted: 1/22/2006 11:29:55 AM EDT

[#7]

my typing no so good , soory

Posted: 1/22/2006 11:48:49 AM EDT

[#8]

i have a buddy that bought a lower and a flat top lmt upper.

the magwell on the lower was so tight that over 1/2 the mags we tried would not fit in it.

the index notch on the upper was cut off center and canted the barrell to left.

the may be good stuff but if this is any indication of their QC i am less than impressed.

Posted: 1/22/2006 11:51:26 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
Quoted:
a dpms or olympic are less expensive (unless someones price gouging)and will last most people alife time.A tight chamber can be bothersome,556 is the best all around unless you have your match ammo.
you dont have to get colt, lmt, armalite . & pay out the nose to get somthing decent.

whatdid hesay.imnot sure I got allof that

He said "COLT SUCKS"

Posted: 1/22/2006 11:59:20 AM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
CMT would be good.

+1 CMT is top notch and just as good as LMT but at a affordable price so in my opinion i feel it is much better overall!!

usmc5593

Posted: 1/24/2006 3:47:49 PM EDT

[#11]

You can't even buy and a complete LMT rifle unless you are military of Law Enforcement with creds to prove. That should tell you about them. Top of the line stuff like Knights Armament Comany of Titusville, FL

Posted: 1/24/2006 3:52:16 PM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:
I am new at the AR market and I am seeing a lot of "new" makers out there. After talking with a number of people in my area, the feelings are wide and I am getting a little confused. This LMT rifle is a lot of money, is it worth the difference?? Bang for buck and all that....... As a good everyday shooter, I just want a dependable rifle! A thought that one of the guys told me to think about, I could always chnge the upper later on if I so chose.

Hey any ideas on this and the first rifle????

Noooooooooope

Buy a Bushmaster

Posted: 1/24/2006 4:04:12 PM EDT

[#13]

LMT is good stuff! I have two upper from them

Posted: 1/24/2006 4:53:25 PM EDT

[#14]

LMT is top of the line, so would a Colt, Bushmaster or RRA any of those would be a great choice. If you want a good and dependable rifle stay far away from DPMS and Olympic.

Posted: 1/24/2006 5:12:14 PM EDT

[#15]

I've only been into AR's since this past summer. In that time I've owned and shot a Colt, RRA, Stag and an LMT. The LMT is my favorite, but to be honest the Stag lower I had was very nice. The fit and finish were perfect and the price was really reasonable, I wish I did'nt sell it.

Posted: 1/24/2006 5:40:26 PM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:
You can't even buy and a complete LMT rifle unless you are military of Law Enforcement with creds to prove. That should tell you about them. Top of the line stuff like Knights Armament Comany of Titusville, FL

It means they don't like to sell to civilians. Stag/CMT/DPMS are all fine...

TS

Posted: 1/24/2006 6:01:22 PM EDT

[#17]

I think you really have to ask what you're going to use it for, and then get some real data along those dimensions. If you plan to shoot in matches and put lots and lots of rounds through it, the way you evaluate "quality" is a heck of a lot different than if you're just planning to do some recreational shooting at the range.

Posted: 1/31/2006 8:22:57 PM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
I am new at the AR market and I am seeing a lot of "new" makers out there. After talking with a number of people in my area, the feelings are wide and I am getting a little confused. This LMT rifle is a lot of money, is it worth the difference?? Bang for buck and all that....... As a good everyday shooter, I just want a dependable rifle! A thought that one of the guys told me to think about, I could always chnge the upper later on if I so chose.

Hey any ideas on this and the first rifle????

Simply put... No

Posted: 1/31/2006 8:54:50 PM EDT

[#19]

Isn't LMT the company who's marketing slogan was, "Our rifles are too powerful for just anyone to own." or something like that?

Posted: 1/31/2006 8:57:22 PM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:
I think you really have to ask what you're going to use it for, and then get some real data along those dimensions. If you plan to shoot in matches and put lots and lots of rounds through it, the way you evaluate "quality" is a heck of a lot different than if you're just planning to do some recreational shooting at the range.

You've been hanging here a long time without posting 'til now, Spanky. Should I say, Welcome!

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