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Posted: 6/29/2006 11:16:19 PM EDT
| I am finally getting to move back home to Texas after spending a few years in Canada. So first thing I want to do is get a new truck and an AR-15. I am still kind of new to them, I have shot a few before but not many. I know you get this alot but I didn't seem to find an applicable thread. So my question is, which complete rifle is for me? I want it to be a gun that I would keep with me when I am in the middle of nowhere or out on the ranch, to be pretty much a truck gun that takes care of small critters, and is fun to shoot. Not cost too much, but be very reliable, and tactical looking. I know some will say build a kit but I would rather buy a complete now and learn how it should be then build another in the future. Any suggestions? |
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I like Tyler's suggestion. You should also take a look at buying a complete Stag lower ($255) and upper w/ ARMS flip up sight ($495) separately (total cost: $750) from Stickman off this site (either IM stickman, which is probably best, or go to www.rainierarms.com/. |
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Where exactly is the ranch? I ask because the environment can vary greatly in different parts of Texas. What works for a ranch in east texas may not be the best in the valley or the panhandle. If you are in the hill country you'll want versatility overall. Also, the tip of buying separate uppers and lowers is a good one. Don't confuse that with building-your-own :D |
With a collaspible stock also. Check the local equipment exchange for Texas in the Hometown forum. If your are moving to the DFW area and looking for a RRA product, give Robbie (roseco) at Lone Star Wholesale a call. Great to deal with. |
+1 to that. Plus I get my stuff from them in 3 days cross country at no charge!!! |
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If you are looking for a carbine, I think its hard to get a better bang for your buck than the CMT/ Stag M4. As already posted, you can buy the upper and have it sent directly you your house (so you can clean it and have it ready to shoot), while you wait for your FFL to let you pick up the lower. Total is under $750, and that includes the BUIS and shipping. ETA- Welcome to the boards after all this lurking!! 
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| For a truck gun I would go with the 16" variety, either carbine or midlength gas. That will give you pretty much all the velocity you would need to pop critters across the range, unless you're in the western half. The short bbl will let you put it behind the seat and get in and out of the truck pretty well. |
+1. The 16" mid-length flat top with removable carry handle or BUIS will provide you the most versatile platform by giving you room to grow with optics and such. The shorter (16") barrel and a collapsible stock will make the package much handier, especially if you're going to keep it in a vehicle. In short, see Stickman's photo. |
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it all depends on the ranges of the targets that you would be engaging: VERY PRACTICAL 25yds - 150yds go with a 16" carbine 100yds - 300 yds go with a 20" anything beyond will need serious attention and you will need atleast $850 as long as your shooting within the 300 yard range go with and Olympic arms ar-15. their cheap, reliable, and shoot great. trust me Olympic is THE way to go with a first ar oh, if this is a first ar-15 for you just stick with a .223 or 5.56 for now p.s. wolf is great ammo regardless of what anyone might tell you |
| The ranch I travel to is in west Texas. But we are moving back to the Houston area again. I really like that Stag m4. Seems that it is kind o f hard to find ARs at Academy. I think I will probably buy from Rainer. Now I just gotta wait to get a permanent address. Thanks alot guys. |
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