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Posted: 6/3/2015 4:39:25 PM EDT
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So, I purchased a Bushmaster stripped lower ($50) late last year with the intention of building my first rifle by this summer/fall. Unfortunately, life got in the way and I was unable to really put any time, money, or effort into the build until now.
I am happy to say that I have finally made my first round of purchases... My original intention was to get fairly simple and relatively cheap milspec parts and to keep the build under $1000. I think it is safe to say I failed miserably at this and I still haven't ordered all of the parts. Currently on the way to me: Witt Machine MRE Daniel Defense LPK VLTOR MUR-1a BCM Bolt Carrier Group (MPI) - Auto NOVESKE Lightweight Contour 16" with Bolt (why not?) Thinking about a BCM Gunfighter charging handle as well. The rest of the parts will be ordered soon. I still haven't really decided on the rest, but I do have a good idea of the direction I would like to go. I am very open to suggestions on a good rail and whatever else you guys feel would compliment the build. Gun porn will be inbound as soon as the parts arrive and are put together. May even make a video... Anyway, yeah... what do you guys think so far? This is my first AR and first build... I am pretty sure the whole "Let's keep it basic and milspec" is out the window at this point haha. |
| Decide what you want out of your trigger and get a good one. I polished and springed for years until I started buying mid to high end triggers, difference is night and day. Wish I'd done it sooner. I like single stage and use the cmc flat. Suits my needs well and good value around 150. Gieselle is supposed to be the tits. Timmeny a little overpriced imo. Good luck. |
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This rifle is primarily a range gun with hunting a possibility. I have always wanted a good AR and thought building one would be cool so that is really what started the idea.
As for trigger, I went with a pretty basic one. I bought the Daniel Defense LPK and will just run that one for the time being. The main reason for this is simply that I wanted something that worked and have no clue what my personal preference is yet. I was looking at Geissele triggers and will likely end up getting one because I hear such good things about them, but I want to hold off and get a feel for exactly what I don't like about the basic DD trigger first. I figure that will help me figure out exactly what I am looking for. The Noveske barrel is 30oz. It comes with the gas tube and block so I am not sure if this is TOTAL weight or just the barrel yet. I did decide on the rest of the parts... well, at least for the time being haha. |
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Witt Machine - Muzzle Rise Eliminator - Black Ceracoat: http://wittmachine.co/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=76&products_id=205
Daniel Defense - Lower Parts Kit - Semi Auto: https://danieldefense.com/components-parts/lower-half/lower-receiver-parts-kit-semi-auto.html VLTOR - MUR Upper - Black with Forward Assist: https://www.vltor.com/shop/featured/mur-modular-upper-receiver/ NOVESKE - Lightweight Contour Barrel 5.56 16" with Bolt: http://shop.shopnoveske.com/collections/barrels/products/lightweight-5-56mm-stainless-barrel BCM - Bolt Carrier Group MPI Auto M16: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BCM-Bolt-Carrier-Group-AUTO-MP BCM - Castle Nut: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Nut%20Receiver%20Extension BCM - Receiver End Plate: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Receiver%20End%20Plate H Buffer: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Buffer%20Carbine%20H Action Spring: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Spring%20Carbine%20Action BCM - BCMGUNFIGHTER Charging Handle - Mod 4: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BCM-GFH-Mod-4-556 BCM - Mil-Spec Buffer Tube: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BCM-Milspec-RE BCM - Barrel Nut: https://www.bravocompanyusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Barrel%20Nut%20AR15 |
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VLTOR - CASV-KM - Black 12": https://www.vltor.com/shop/handguards-and-rail-systems/casv-km-ar-15-handguard-with-keymod/
VLTOR - CAS-FS: https://www.vltor.com/shop/handguards-and-rail-systems/cas-fs-flip-up-front-sight/ Colt - Delta Ring Assembly Kit: http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/forend-amp-handguard-parts/handguard-amp-rail-hardware/handguard-rings/ar-15-m16-delta-ring-assembly-kit-sku160311102-26509-10893.aspx Hogue - Pistol Grip - Black: http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/grip-parts/pistol-grips/ar-15-pistol-grip-black-sku408150000-24964-17585.aspx Fab Defense - GL MAG - http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/stock-parts/buttstocks/ar15-survival-stock-sku100011409-55278-113393.aspx Troy - Flip Up Rear DOA Sight: http://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/sights/rear-sights/doa-rear-sight-black-sku100005086-26429-61562.aspx I THINK that is all I ordered. Some parts may be temporary, but I tried my best to avoid the need to ever upgrade. Trigger might be replaced with a more quality one. Grip is currently undecided, but there is nothing wrong with Hogue. Buffer spring might be replaced with a Springco at some point. Buffer may be replaced but an H buffer shouldn't give me any issues. |
| Honestly, I just liked how it looked and I liked the CASV-KM hand guard. It looks and fits well but it is a VERY tight fit with that rear pin. I had to buy a delrin takedown tool and tap it with a hammer to pop the pin out well enough to pull it through. I will post some pics later of it. It is complete now but I am not happy with the pictures I have. |
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