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10/2/2012 6:37:42 PM EDT
I have been on this sight looking around and reading a lot about the AR's. The time as come for me to step it up and add one to the collection or possibly a few. I am trying to decide if I would like to build my first one or buy my first one pre manufactured since I have no idea as to what I am doing. I have noticed pros and cons about both but I would like others personal experiences about which way to go.
10/2/2012 6:45:55 PM EDT
[#1]
If you don't have local people to help put one together, I suggest getting one off the rack.
it's easy to build, but some familiarity with the system will help you do it right the first time.
10/2/2012 8:14:04 PM EDT
[#2]
Quoted:
If you don't have local people to help put one together, I suggest getting one off the rack.
it's easy to build, but some familiarity with the system will help you do it right the first time.


I bought first - a Stag 2T.  Shot it for a while then started small with a stripped lower and pre-built upper.  Now everything, upper, lower is from parts.  
10/2/2012 9:24:42 PM EDT
[#3]
Just buy one first.  Shoot it, have fun with it and get use to it.  By then you will have the "BRD" Black rifle desease. Then you can buy the tools and parts for building one, or two or 5.  You can then make a list of what parts you want to put one together.
10/3/2012 8:07:40 AM EDT
[#4]
I bought my first. After really getting to know how everything works, I felt comfortable enough to build.

I've built two this year. And might do another soon.
10/3/2012 8:13:39 AM EDT
[#5]
Buy then build. You will get familar with the platform and what options are available while honing your shooting skills.

Your second rifle will be more enjoyable than your first.
10/3/2012 8:24:32 AM EDT
[#6]
you learn a lot buying just reading, buying and then assembling... however making rookie mistakes will def cost you a little extra in spare parts and jacking stuff up
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