Best place to pick up a 5.45x39 upper?

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Posted: 8/11/2010 9:59:03 AM EDT

Hey guys, long time lurker, haven't posted much. I Know S&W makes a 5.45x39 AR and upper, any other options out there? I've got an ak-74 i've built, and would like to get an upper for the ar as well. What would you recommend, and where would be the best place to pick one up? I don't need anything fancy. Thanks a ton guys.

Posted: 8/11/2010 10:15:32 AM EDT

[#1]

Northwest Tactical had some 5.45 LWRCs made up...like everything LWRC they KICK A$$...and they're not cheap but I don't know if they have any left...it was a limited/custom run.

If you don't have the $ to stock up on cheap ammo now, it's not really worth getting an upper/another 5.45.

Posted: 8/11/2010 10:22:32 AM EDT

[#2]

Stock up.... I have like 6k sitting around in tins... :-)

I think you were talking about this
http://www.northwesttactical.us.com/lwrcim6ak545x39mmupper.aspx

Man a little to rich for my blood, but looks nice

I'd ideally like a mid length upper. I'm not a fan of the short sight radius on the m4 sytle uppers, and I primarily practice with irons for 3-gun. I don't think I can spend much more than 6 on an upper however.

Posted: 8/11/2010 4:00:31 PM EDT

[#3]

Well....I've gathered all the following parts to assemble my kickass/cheapass 545 plinker:

Citadel M4 profile 545 barrel (non-chrome lined, carbine gas) and matched bolt.....185
Troy trx extreme tube....150
PWS FSC 556....scavenged from another build I am suppressing
bcm bolt carrier, firing pin and retainer...scavenged as well
daniel defense forged upper and fixed buis....about 215

So, for just over 500 I've got a good little project to work on....I still need some mags though and extra power hammer spring though.

I suggest building your own, if you have the tools and time.

Posted: 8/12/2010 6:04:21 AM EDT

[#4]

Okay cool, I'm looking into this, Quick question for you molardog what do you think about adams arms I see they have a deal on midway right now.
Barrle bolt hammer spring mag for 299
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=734250

Where did you get your citadel barrel and bolt?

Posted: 8/12/2010 2:02:44 PM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
Okay cool, I'm looking into this, Quick question for you molardog what do you think about adams arms I see they have a deal on midway right now.
Barrle bolt hammer spring mag for 299
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=734250

Where did you get your citadel barrel and bolt?

Adams makes super nice stuff from all accounts. I do not own any myself, though.

Best price I've seen on that kit elsewhere right now is 399...or maybe 379 somewhere I can't remember. I'd jump on that if I were you.

Posted: 8/12/2010 6:41:43 PM EDT

[#6]

Here toy go

They make mid-length 5.45 uppers, are site sponsors, and I hear they do good work for the money.

I was looking at them recently for just that.

http://www.ar15performance.com/5_45_x_39?b=1

5.45 x 39 16" Basic mid length handguard and A2 flash

399.00
––16" Recon lightweight barrel, Nitro-carburized(black) for long life and corrosion resistance
––1 in 8 " twist rifling to stabilize the 60gr mil surplus ammo
––1/2-28 threaded muzzle
––Mid-Length length gas system
––M16 carrier with properly staked carrier key
––9310 alloy super bolt
––M4 upper receiver,
––Extended Feed Ramps to aid feeding
––Mil spec charging handle
––Test fired for function

Complete BCG add $160
A2 FH from EE $10
MAGPUL BUIS set $93 from AIM

sub-Total: $663 plus shipping and other misc charges.

Posted: 8/12/2010 7:57:06 PM EDT

[#7]

there is a smith 5.45 on EE right now for $500 and its not mine.

Posted: 8/12/2010 8:02:13 PM EDT

[#8]

http://www.lwrci.com/p-198-m6-ak-545mm.aspx

Posted: 8/12/2010 8:08:40 PM EDT

[#9]

pretty sure this is more than double his stated budget.

Quoted:
http://www.lwrci.com/p-198-m6-ak-545mm.aspx

Posted: 8/13/2010 2:45:22 AM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
Here toy go

They make mid-length 5.45 uppers, are site sponsors, and I hear they do good work for the money.

I was looking at them recently for just that.

http://www.ar15performance.com/5_45_x_39?b=1

5.45 x 39 16" Basic mid length handguard and A2 flash

399.00
––16" Recon lightweight barrel, Nitro-carburized(black) for long life and corrosion resistance
––1 in 8 " twist rifling to stabilize the 60gr mil surplus ammo
––1/2-28 threaded muzzle
––Mid-Length length gas system
––M16 carrier with properly staked carrier key
––9310 alloy super bolt
––M4 upper receiver,
––Extended Feed Ramps to aid feeding
––Mil spec charging handle
––Test fired for function

Complete BCG add $160
A2 FH from EE $10
MAGPUL BUIS set $93 from AIM

sub-Total: $663 plus shipping and other misc charges.

Unless I'm missing something, it looks like the $399 package includes the BCG and flash hider. Is there a reason to buy another?

Posted: 8/13/2010 5:46:52 AM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Here toy go

They make mid-length 5.45 uppers, are site sponsors, and I hear they do good work for the money.

I was looking at them recently for just that.

http://www.ar15performance.com/5_45_x_39?b=1

5.45 x 39 16" Basic mid length handguard and A2 flash

399.00
––16" Recon lightweight barrel, Nitro-carburized(black) for long life and corrosion resistance
––1 in 8 " twist rifling to stabilize the 60gr mil surplus ammo
––1/2-28 threaded muzzle
––Mid-Length length gas system
––M16 carrier with properly staked carrier key
––9310 alloy super bolt
––M4 upper receiver,
––Extended Feed Ramps to aid feeding
––Mil spec charging handle
––Test fired for function

Complete BCG add $160
A2 FH from EE $10
MAGPUL BUIS set $93 from AIM

sub-Total: $663 plus shipping and other misc charges.

Unless I'm missing something, it looks like the $399 package includes the BCG and flash hider. Is there a reason to buy another?

It does NOT include BCG and FH or CH...

Posted: 8/13/2010 7:55:53 AM EDT

[#12]

Wow guys awesome responses, Thanks so much for everyone's advice I'm looking all this over right now.

Posted: 8/13/2010 8:01:34 AM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Here toy go

They make mid-length 5.45 uppers, are site sponsors, and I hear they do good work for the money.

I was looking at them recently for just that.

http://www.ar15performance.com/5_45_x_39?b=1

5.45 x 39 16" Basic mid length handguard and A2 flash

399.00
––16" Recon lightweight barrel, Nitro-carburized(black) for long life and corrosion resistance
––1 in 8 " twist rifling to stabilize the 60gr mil surplus ammo
––1/2-28 threaded muzzle
––Mid-Length length gas system
––M16 carrier with properly staked carrier key
––9310 alloy super bolt
––M4 upper receiver,
––Extended Feed Ramps to aid feeding
––Mil spec charging handle
––Test fired for function

Complete BCG add $160
A2 FH from EE $10
MAGPUL BUIS set $93 from AIM

sub-Total: $663 plus shipping and other misc charges.

Unless I'm missing something, it looks like the $399 package includes the BCG and flash hider. Is there a reason to buy another?

It does NOT include BCG and FH or CH...

Okay this is confusing in the description ...

––M16 carrier with properly staked carrier key
They properly stake a carrier, then don't send it with the kit? ;-)

Never mind I read the product info again, they make it pretty clear,

Posted: 8/13/2010 8:10:37 AM EDT

[#14]

Those build ups start off as a base assembly then you can add to it from our products or someone elses.
The bolts are made for the 5.45 they are NOT 5.56 bolts that are opened up or 6.8 bolts.

Posted: 8/13/2010 8:35:31 AM EDT

[#15]

AIM will have these very soon.

Posted: 8/13/2010 9:21:37 AM EDT

[#16]

Holly crap. spikes replied to my thread, that's awesome. Will aim have uppers or just complete guns?

Posted: 8/13/2010 11:27:23 AM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:
AIM will have these very soon.

That's what I'm talking about! IT seems like the complete 5.45 uppers alone cost just as much as a decent (complete) AR.

Posted: 8/13/2010 4:19:47 PM EDT

[#18]

AIM will be selling uppers only.

Posted: 8/19/2010 4:46:16 PM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:
Holly crap. spikes replied to my thread, that's awesome. Will aim have uppers or just complete guns?

AIM is taking pre-orders right now. $620 shipped!

Posted: 8/19/2010 6:12:51 PM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Holly crap. spikes replied to my thread, that's awesome. Will aim have uppers or just complete guns?

AIM is taking pre-orders right now. $620 shipped!

Spikes...those look nice. Are there any plans to sell stripped barrels?

Posted: 8/19/2010 7:19:24 PM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Holly crap. spikes replied to my thread, that's awesome. Will aim have uppers or just complete guns?

AIM is taking pre-orders right now. $620 shipped!

Spikes...those look nice. Are there any plans to sell stripped barrels?

We don't have plans to sell just the barrels.

Posted: 8/19/2010 8:51:43 PM EDT

[#22]

i have a NEW Adam Arm Piston 5.45x39mm upper for sale... just let u know~~~

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=22&t=792144

Posted: 8/20/2010 11:23:29 AM EDT

[#23]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Holly crap. spikes replied to my thread, that's awesome. Will aim have uppers or just complete guns?

AIM is taking pre-orders right now. $620 shipped!

Spikes...those look nice. Are there any plans to sell stripped barrels?

We don't have plans to sell just the barrels.

Bummer....thanks for the info.

Posted: 8/20/2010 1:14:40 PM EDT

[#24]

Midway has the Adams Arms Piston uppers for $689 and there is a $100 coupon floating around out there that looks something like 100810 or something like that