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Posted: 11/13/2012 6:13:04 PM EDT

hey guys

I recently caught the bug to build a pistol, first i wanted to build it in .45acp but that seems to be WAY more work than its worth so i will probably go for the 9mm. I hope to file paper work after i build and test the pistol for an SBR.

I want this pistol for fun at the range and HD.

I already have the lower receiver.

I am looking for recommendations on were to purchase the remaining parts and what you guys suggest.

My total budget is around the $750-800 mark

thanks!

Posted: 11/14/2012 7:22:38 AM EDT

[#1]

by the amount of replies i see on threads in this section it seems its not visited as much as the other AR's section huh?

Posted: 11/14/2012 10:13:10 AM EDT

[#2]

I recently caught the bug myself, so I am watching this section as well.
I am personally looking at an upper from REDX arms from what I read is good quality for messin around with.
Also looking at GSE Gen 2 recoil system. Its supposed to work well.
Good luck with your quest and post pics when its done.

Posted: 11/14/2012 12:51:02 PM EDT

[#3]

9mm can be tricky. I think most magwell blocks are sketchy and all magazines are sketchy except Colt and Metalform.

So, I recommend the Hahn top insert magwell block with Metalform magazines. I like Garrison Mfg. bolts with a 9mm hammer. Or you can find a ramped bolt and run a standard hammer without a notch.

Good luck.

Looks like the Garrison bolts are hard to come by. CMMG ramped bolt and DPMS hammer would probably work. Mags are the most important thing though.

Posted: 11/14/2012 1:56:09 PM EDT

[#4]

Thanks for that info.

I don't want to do it in .223 due to it being used as a HD weapon

Posted: 11/15/2012 4:20:33 AM EDT

[#5]

There is a 9mm dedicated lower that use's Glock mag's without any block involved, be the only way I'd do one. I think it's from Superior, but don't quote me.

Posted: 11/15/2012 6:42:34 AM EDT

[#6]

DDLE sells one for the Glock magazine. Good quality from all reports and good customer service.

http://www.shop.doublediamondsupply.com/AR15-Glock-Small-Frame-Mag-Lower-Receiver-DDARGL.htm

Posted: 11/15/2012 11:35:23 AM EDT

[#7]

i already have a standard multi cal lower though

Posted: 11/19/2012 5:23:18 AM EDT

[#8]

9mm will go through walls just like 223 will. Home defense or not you'll have holes in your walls and bullets will travel outside the house in either caliber.

http://www.olyarms.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=15&Itemid=26

Posted: 11/19/2012 6:27:36 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
i already have a standard multi cal lower though

You can get a drop-in block that will allow the use of Colt-style or modified Uzi magazines. (I have one, in fact that will allow the use of only un-modified Uzi magazines.) Then you just need the upper in 9mm.

http://www.sturmgewehr.com/webBBS/parts.cgi?read=317358

So far as overpenetration is a concern, I like frangible rounds for HD. They are lighter and faster, but break up on impact with 'hard' targets.

http://www.luckygunner.com/9mm-100-gr-frangible-fiocchi-50-rounds

Posted: 11/19/2012 5:01:15 PM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
Thanks for that info.

I don't want to do it in .223 due to it being used as a HD weapon

My .223 pistol is my HD weapon.

Posted: 11/21/2012 6:40:33 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Thanks for that info.

I don't want to do it in .223 due to it being used as a HD weapon

My .223 pistol is my HD weapon.

No fear of over penetration and hitting a fam member after hitting the BG?

My HD weapon now is a glock 36

Posted: 11/21/2012 6:52:49 PM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Thanks for that info.

I don't want to do it in .223 due to it being used as a HD weapon

My .223 pistol is my HD weapon.

No fear of over penetration and hitting a fam member after hitting the BG?

My HD weapon now is a glock 36

You need to go read the box o truth.

Posted: 11/21/2012 8:58:25 PM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Thanks for that info.

I don't want to do it in .223 due to it being used as a HD weapon

My .223 pistol is my HD weapon.

No fear of over penetration and hitting a fam member after hitting the BG?

My HD weapon now is a glock 36

You need to go read the box o truth.

were is that link found?

Posted: 11/22/2012 6:03:06 AM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Thanks for that info.

I don't want to do it in .223 due to it being used as a HD weapon

My .223 pistol is my HD weapon.

No fear of over penetration and hitting a fam member after hitting the BG?

My HD weapon now is a glock 36

You need to go read the box o truth.

were is that link found?

Boxotruth.com

Posted: 11/22/2012 11:38:47 AM EDT

[#15]

good info on that site

seems most common rounds will go through up to 4 walls of sheetrock obviously some rounds with more strength than others

Posted: 11/22/2012 11:59:09 AM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:
good info on that site

seems most common rounds will go through up to 4 walls of sheetrock obviously some rounds with more strength than others

He is a respected member of this site.
OLD_PAINLESS.

If you have questions you could probably IM him and he would give you some info.

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