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Posted: 9/25/2001 6:23:52 AM EDT
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Step 1 is locate and take a firearms training class. I recommend the nra one. www.nra.com
I'm sure a FL local will be willing to give you the local regs. A decent AR15 shouldn't run you more than $700-$800 depending on how you want it equipped. Magazines about $20 each. |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 6:30:04 AM EDT
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Welcome LS1KrakeN!!!!!!! [newbie]
Glad to have you here. This board is a never ending wealth of information on the AR-15 with lots of members in Florida. As far as cost, wel most people will tell you that the small initial investment is nothing compared to losing all of your free time you are used to, your wife or girlfriend, your dog etc, etc, etc!! THESE GUNS WILL CONSUME YOU!!! Prepare to sell all of your belonging to upgrade&modify!!! Nuckles. [smash] |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 6:32:38 AM EDT
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I'm a dealer...
My partner ([i]Grin&Barrett - also a moderator here[/i]) and I put together the "official" AR15.COM LEGP ([i]Limited Edition Group Purchase[/i]) rifles that were custom built by Rock River Arms. You can get all the info you need at [url]www.castle-arms.com[/url] -- should you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us at 217-223-5082 |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 6:39:49 AM EDT
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One more thing...
Do a search for a couple of members by the names of [u]Echo6[/u] and [u]SKSseven[/u]. They are both in the Ft. Lauderdale area, and would be happy to take you under their wings! FWIW: I know both of these guys personally. |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 6:44:55 AM EDT
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Welcome, to the site. I am sure that you'll love AR rifles. After my first one I was hooked. Quite a few members here that are from your area, and I am sure they can clue you in on gun laws in FL. I don't believe licensing is required to own a firearm there(99% sure) Unless you want to carry concealed. We do have a group buy on an AR coming up so stay tuned.
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Posted: 9/25/2001 7:11:19 AM EDT
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Welcome.......
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Posted: 9/25/2001 8:25:23 AM EDT
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Welcome to the site!! I have learned a wealth of info here, not just about AR's, but the RKBA in general. I got my first AR after finding this site as well. I now have 2 and am eagerly awaiting the 2002 LEGP. By the way, the LEGP would be an excellent choice for your first AR. It is an awesome quality gun at a good price. Grin and Anti are the best to deal with also. One word of caution though....plan this to be an addicting hobby!!
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Posted: 9/25/2001 8:31:23 AM EDT
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Quoted: Step 1 is locate and take a firearms training class. I recommend the nra one. www.nra.com [url]www.nra.org[/url] |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 8:53:38 AM EDT
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Quoted: ...I am interested in learning as much as I can about the AR15, seeing as it is my favorite rifle... I STRONGLY recommend a good safety training course. Then if I were you, I'd IMMEDIATELY go out & buy an M16 Military Manual, and possibly a good manual with exploded drawings & step by step instructions. For the lowest cost on a great quality AR15, buy a stripped Lower Receiver from Olympic Arms (T3 Forged Model, DO NOT BUY THE CAST MODEL) for $125.00 + $8.75 tax (on lower) + a good PCR Kit, Customizable to meet ALL YOUR NEEDS, but you can right now get a 16 inch M4 contour stainless steel barrel KIT from them for $439.00 + $30.73 tax (on Kit) + $20.00 (Shipping) + $25 (FFL Transfer Fee): [B]TAXES MAY VARY IN YOUR STATE[/B] TOTAL COST: $648.48 for a BRAND NEW AR15, as opposed to the $700 to $800 range proposed above... The problem: You must assemble the lower receiver yourself (which isn't difficult if you use the how-to guide on the older version of this site). Here's the How-To: [url]http://old.ar15.com/docs/assembly/lower/[/url] This is a great guide to doing it. Then you can proudly claim that you built it yourself. The Upper Receiver/Barrel Assembly and everything is pre-assembled, headspaced and test-fired to GUARANTEE that the upper assembly is in perfect operating order! Just my $0.02 Quoted: ...I'm 23 and Live in Miami, FL does anyone know the rules for owning a rifle down here? Will I need a license?... I Have NO IDEA what FL's laws are like... Typically you need to get a Permit to purchase handguns & assault rifles. WELCOME ABOARD! I hope you don't immediately get offended & leave like many other new shooters... -inuhbad |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 9:00:49 AM EDT
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Or for $699 ([i]shipping included[/i]), I can sell you a brand new, Rock River Arms customized LEGP rifle, complete with a full warranty and a hell of a lot of extras built into the rifle configuration.
The "value" of these LEGP's, is that they have been built exclusively for AR15.COM members. [url]www.castle-arms.com[/url] |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 9:11:49 AM EDT
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Quoted: Or for $699 ([i]shipping included[/i]), I can sell you a brand new, Rock River Arms customized LEGP rifle, complete with a full warranty and a hell of a lot of extras built into the rifle configuration. The "value" of these LEGP's, is that they have been built exclusively for AR15.COM members. [url]www.castle-arms.com[/url] I also back the LEGP rifle, and for that price, it's a darn good deal... I just didn't get one because i'm poor, and I like the A2 handle more than the flat-top.. I know I'm old fashioned, but hey, I even like A1's! They're good and rugged. Israeli's LOVE the good A1 sights, and I think I love the A2's... Just a mere preference. But I REALLY recommend the LEGP rifle, especially if the one AntiUSSA is peddling has the engraving! I don't know though. Check them out... I like them, but I want to build my next one... -inuhbad |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 9:38:47 AM EDT
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Welcome,
Please read Allege handgun control master plan for TOTAL Gun Confiscation Dis-Armament. [url]www.RKBA.org/antis/hci-master[/url] ^ [size=1]Revelation 13:18 ID-GPS-MONEY Implant Micro-chip[/size=1][url]http://www.DigitalAngel.net/da/tech.htm[/url] Never Again, Never Forget Seek the Truth Liberate Your Mind FIXED BAYONETS VX |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 9:42:06 AM EDT
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Welcome Aboard. Just realize the BATF is monitoring you now and for the rest of your life, and you'll be ok.
(that should make a good first impression eh?) [:D] |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 9:45:04 AM EDT
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WELCOME! [beer]
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Posted: 9/25/2001 9:50:39 AM EDT
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Welcome aboard [newbie].
Good advice above. Those guys beat me to it. I lived in Miami-Dade County for 15 years, most of it in the Homestead and Kendall areas. I miss some of our old friends down there but one thing I don't miss is the HUMIDITY! ACK! |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 10:07:50 AM EDT
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Welcome...just dont say anything here you dont want the whole world to know...tin foil hat on....
Ranger Out |
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Posted: 9/25/2001 10:16:23 AM EDT
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Thank you everybody, wow this board sure is friendly :) antiUSSA, I will definitely take you up on that offer, but at the moment I lack the funds. I will keep you posted. Thanks everyone for all the great info and for pointing me in the right direction :) I'm liable to go bankrupt with this Hobbie and my car. Take care all :)
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Posted: 9/25/2001 2:16:30 PM EDT
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I rented a video today called "Mastering the AR15" It started off WAY basic in the first 15 minutes,and started getting better about the time my afternoon break was over. I havent got back to it yet, but it looks good for a total newbie. Here is one of many sources. [URL]http://www.booktrail.com/Video_Shooting/Mastering%20The%20AR15.asp[/URL]
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Posted: 9/25/2001 2:52:37 PM EDT
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Welcome! [beer]
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