Idiot in need... - AR15.COM

Posted: 5/29/2003 2:52:53 PM EDT

Hey! I've yet to purchase an AR-15, but I'm in the process of scrapping together some money.
I have a few questions for those more knowledgable than I:
1) For $1100, what is the most "all-around" AR-15 I can purchase?
2) Other than age, do you need anything to purchase AR-15's (such as licenses)?
3) Do you have any other tips that might perhaps help me out?

Thx in advance!

Posted: 5/29/2003 2:57:26 PM EDT

[#1]

Stay away from those 12 gauge AR15's, WOW what a kick.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:00:35 PM EDT

[#2]

for 1100 you can get a nice post ban with some accessories or a preban by itself.

As for best... what do you want to do with it? Varmint/target/tacticle/3gun/defense/blast?

any of the major brands. armalite,colt,bushy,dpms will be excellent rifles. Personally i'd stay away from rock river but that is not a quality issue just a personal one.

mike

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:12:58 PM EDT

[#3]

1) Yeah, you can buy it with that amount of money.

2) All the information you need has already been posted on this site. Look around.

3) Tips? Yeah, learn how to shoot. Learn the safety rules before you become another statistic the Brady bunch can use against those of us who are very careful and practiced in the handling and use of firearms.

4) (and I'll gladly eat this crow if I'm wrong) - I strongly suspect that you are a troll. The strange thing is, you won't be "tombstoned" for simply expressing an opposite opinion here. Why not ask the questions you want answered directly?

You're welcome in retro.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:13:36 PM EDT

[#4]

opps ...sorry..I thought by the title this thread was about cops.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:17:44 PM EDT

[#5]

1) the best all around AR is the A-2, basically an issue piece out of the box.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:18:49 PM EDT

[#6]

Well, barring the two other posts (both assuming I've never shot a weapon before in my life) and one mistake, thx.

My rifle will be used primarily for target practice, at a medium range, if that's what you were asking about.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:20:12 PM EDT

[#7]

Oh yah, I'm not a troll either. Here's your crow.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:24:09 PM EDT

[#8]

Quoted:Here's your crow.

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Relax shizzz, your first post was a little suspicious, you have to admit.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:25:32 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
opps ...sorry..I thought by the title this thread was about cops.

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[RodneyKing]Beat me to it!![/RodneyKing]

Sgtar15

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:26:40 PM EDT

[#10]

Hm? Yeah, I guess so. Never mind.

Woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:26:43 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:
Well, barring the two other posts (both assuming I've never shot a weapon before in my life) and one mistake, thx.

My rifle will be used primarily for target practice, at a medium range, if that's what you were asking about.

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Like I said, I won't mind having crow dinner if you're legit.
All the info about the AR15 you could ever want is available at this site. Check out the other forums while you're here.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:27:58 PM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:
Stay away from those 12 gauge AR15's, WOW what a kick.

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I proposed this idea (an AR shotgun) to a couple of Cav Arms folks. They ignored me. I duunnooo why...[whacko]

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:28:11 PM EDT

[#13]

K, probably should have looked around anyway

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:28:31 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:
Well, barring the two other posts (both assuming I've never shot a weapon before in my life) and one mistake, thx.

My rifle will be used primarily for target practice, at a medium range, if that's what you were asking about.

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Any Ar config will shoot very well out to 200yrds or so. This is assuming you are not looking for 1 hole groups but rather normal off the bench shooting.

For general target shooting a 20" gov. profile barrell would be my choice. A2 style is a normal issue style with carry handle. A3 is a flat top without carry handle.

A 16" will also do fine but you will lose ammo velocity and accuracy at long distances.

If you are shooting inside 100yrds most of the time go for the 16". lighter and easier to move around with.

If you plan on using optics the a3 may be a better choice. For iron sights i prefer the a2.

JMO

mike

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:30:24 PM EDT

[#15]

Okay....I will help.

Mr Shizzz (is that a rapping slang term?) how old are you? Is this your first rifle? DO you have any trainingg?

You can get a quality AR15 rifle for $800-$1100 brand new. After you get it you will need ammo and training. Try to find a local gun club in your area and ask about classes. If they give you a hard time because you are new just take it and they will be more helpfull.

Understand?

Also, check out the armory forums and learn by reading.

Sgtar15

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:33:39 PM EDT

[#16]

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K, probably should have looked around anyway

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Go to the communities bar at the top of the page and click on AR15. Thats a great place to start on AR15 knowledge, then click over on equipment exchange for all your gear.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:44:31 PM EDT

[#17]

Freeride21a's reccomendation

Bushmaster XM15E2S(or any equivalent version from brands mentioned above) 20" standard a2 style rifle. Great rifle to learn on, and you will be happy!

If you want something different in future, just buy/trade for a different upper! easy as that.

Posted: 5/29/2003 3:49:20 PM EDT

[#18]

alrighty, thanx for all your help!

Posted: 5/29/2003 4:07:28 PM EDT

[#19]

Shizzzz, Welcome you can't turn back now. Take a look @ the NRA's website and learn about safety. If you are safe, then most people will be happy to shoot with you. The AR is a great rifle for plinking, match shooting, hunting, and protecting your castle. The "20 inch HBAR's are really good foundations to begin with. You can shoot CMP or Service rifle matches. You can build other uppers to put on it.
You've come to the right place to learn much about our beloved rifle.

Again, Welcome aboard.

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