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Posted: 12/3/2008 8:45:55 PM EDT
| I am looking into getting my first AR15 and would like some advice on if I should build it myself or buy one ready to go. Also some tips on cheaper but dependable rifles or parts. I don't want junk but I don't want to go over the top to start. Any tips and advice would be greatly appreciated. |
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Some of the general rules to consider are: You get what you pay for and cheap always fails. Take those into consideration.
As for building versus buying complete, in my personal experience (built 2 and am just starting a third), building one doesn't seem to come out any cheaper but it is more affordable in the sense that you can spread the cost out over time. Plus, it's a lot of fun building one but then again, if you can afford buying a complete rifle, you get instant satisfaction. 
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I am looking into getting my first AR15 and would like some advice on if I should build it myself or buy one ready to go. Also some tips on cheaper but dependable rifles or parts. I don't want junk but I don't want to go over the top to start. Any tips and advice would be greatly appreciated. For my first AR, I bought a complete upper then a complete lower. For me that was the best way to go. After I figured out how everything went together, I built my second one. |
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Go to the right gun shop or a gun show and get some different brands in your hands.
SHAKE all of them. Many rattle, some don't. Look at the fit and finish on them... Just like a fine car, the better ones have true lines and tight fitting components. ASK! READ! LOOK! Most start with the ABC's and D (Armalite, Bushmaster, Colt and DPMS... You could look at RRA and S&W MP's, as well. Remember, once you buy, you'll get BRD (Black Rifle Disease). Say goodbye to your $$$$$$$ |
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I've been researching this myself and it seems Del-ton has a good reputation for the build-it-yourself approach. You can price out a complete rifle on their web site www.del-ton.com. I do not see that there is a huge cost savings building your own vs. buying a complete rifle. However, considering that most name brand AR's are selling for well over $1000 it may be worth your time to put one together and save a few bucks. I think I will be able to save about $200 depending on which options I go with and this seems to be the route everyone ends up doing eventually.
You may want to see my thread by clicking here. |
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