308 sniper rifle build under 1500?

[cory nigra]

man the more i read about these ar style 308s isnt looking good. im tring to build a really sweet semiauto 308 sniper rifle. any other sudgestions are welcome

 

[Iroquois]

$1500? Then how much for the scope?

 

[Spot Me 2]

It can be done with a bolt action. $1500 on a semi-auto wont get you very far or have anything left to buy glass!!

 

[cory nigra]

im sorry i should of explained more. im looking for a semi auto 308 for 1500 as a good base start for the build. all the glass n furnature is way beyond 1500.

 

[Tydeeh22]

i think the dpms lr 308's are around those numbers, no idea on the quality in that caliber, but i know the 5.56 i own from dpms is a trooper.

 

[cory nigra]

yes the dpms and armlite 308 are about 1200 to 1300 pretty naked. which is fine but ive read alot of negative info on the ar style 308.

 

[tradertator]

I would look for an M1A first, and maybe an FAL.

 

[cory nigra]

could u posibly break down those for me? M1A or FAL?

 

[Indy574]

RRA makes a AR .308 as well.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

In all honesty, for the money, I would go with an M1A. You can get a nice one for around $1,200. They are time proven battle rifle, still used in combat today.

 

[sgreen3]

The LR308 will be underthat price but it will be a base model no forward assist, or dust cover. But they are nice, very accurate rifle. Just keep searching around you can sometimes find them used for very reasonable money.

 

[Fordtough25]

I vote for the M1A also, that's what I want in the near future.

 

[Electronrider]

DPMS LR-308, harris bipod, and a Nikon Buckmaster in 6-18x can be had for around 1500 bucks total. I am still working out for distance, but at 100 yards my best 5 shot group is .78 inches.

The drawback to an autoloader like that is the weight. If you do not plan on lugging it around for long amounts of time/distance then that is fine. If you want something more portable, I would look at an M1A, or go bolt action.

 

[cory nigra]

Well thanks for all the info. Hoping to end up with a 308 that has some recoil buffer

 

[mshogren]

I am really happy with my LMT MWS, but it is well past your price point. Also had an Armalite AR-10t which is very nice for the money and closer to your price point.

Mark

 

[ryknoll3]

You're not going to get a "sniper" accurate M1A for less than $1,500.00, if that's what the OP wants. M1A's have too many parts that have to be worked on (unitizing the gas system, etc...) to squeeze top-shelf accuracy out of them to come in at that price point.

If accuracy is your main goal, an AR-platform .308 will be your best bet in a semi-auto. The DPMS heavy barrel .308's are very accurate.

 

[fireball168]

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...1a_or_ar_10_which_platform_would_you_buy.html

My experiences:



M1A/M14

• For the purposes of this, we'll look at a Springfield Standard $1400 +/-
• Look long and hard for one with as many GI parts as you can find
• If a standard model will shoot better than 2" @ 100, be happy
• Replacement parts have went through the roof since 2002
• It isn't unusual to see complete bolts at or near $300
• It isn't unusual to see complete trigger groups at or near $200
• It isn't unusual to see GI gas cylinders at or near $200
• Rebarreling isn't something most can do on their own
• Haven't seen a complete GI parts kit in years for under $750
• Decent magazines are generally $25+
• Springfield production over the last few years seems of questionable quality, although their warranty is excellent (you generally get GI replacement parts)

G3

• The only "clone" I would consider is the PTR $1050 +/-
• If a standard model will shoot better than 1.5" @ 100, be happy
• Completemilitary parts kits are anywhere from $150-$500 depending on manufacturer and/or country of origin
• Individual parts are availabile and relatively inexpensive
• HK produced aluminum magazines can be found for less than a $1
• Barrel replacement and/or headspace adjustment is generally possible for most with mechanical aptitude
• Hard to beat based on magazine and replacement parts availability and price

DPMS/KAS/M110/Larue, etc.

• For the purpose of this I'm using a AP4 DPMS for comparison $1200 +/-
• If it shoots over a 1.5" group @ 100, something is wrong
• Fire control group parts are all AR-15 common bits
• Take down pins, bolt catch retainer, buffer and spring are all unique
• Gas system parts are all AR-15 common bits
• Furniture with the exception of handguards/float tubes = AR-15
• Replacement bolts $150
• Replacement complete bolt carriers $275
• Rebarreling can be done by practically anyone
• For that matter - fitting the barrel extension, chambering the barrel and setting up the gas system could be performed by most anyone who paid attention in high school machine shop in the 80's or before.
• Magazines - $25+, some are of dubious quality.
• If and when the Magpuls are released, and working properly, this may be hard to beat for me.

FAL

• For the purpose of this I'm using a DSA STG-58 $1250
• If it shoots under 2.0" @ 100 yards, be happy
• Complete parts kits are readily available, although getting more expensive $250+
• Rebarreling isn't that difficult, some special tools and parts required
• Magazines are available, but getting more expensive $15+
• Hard to beat if you like the ergonomics

AR-10

• My experiences were poor, perhaps not fair to review it.

 

[2ADMNLOVER]

I had a DPMS AP4 and wasn't very accurate with it but that was probably a combination of me and the German silver tip NATO ammo .

I know your looking for a "sniper" set up but the AR style .308 rifles do have a few cool things you can do with them .

Such as using these drums X-25 308 Caliber Drum Magazine - XS Products .

Couple that with one of these stocks Slide Fire SSAR-15 Bump Fire Stock - Ships FREE - $349.95 : Military Gun Supply, SSAR-15, Parts Kits, Surplus Guns, And More!

and your bank account will be in serious trouble but you 'll be a happy man . Better start reloading to save money .

 

[cory nigra]

thanks for all the info it looks like a i have some googling to do on some of your sudgestions

 

[42769vette]

let me know when you get to the point of optics