*Colt 5.56Seeing the original was started in 2008, it is well past time for a second edition.
Post your AR pics and tell the story.
Original thread linked below.
AR-15 and M-16 Show And Tell
How about a thread for everyone to post pictures of their AR15s? I'll start: Sorry for the poor quality. Some of my old AR15s or old configurations: 9mm:www.indianagunowners.com
Are you gonna let me paint it?First true entry post, I picked up my dream gun a little while back and have slowly been putting it together for night vision. It’s going to be my do it all build. With the quick change caliber system I’ll easily be able to swap to 300blk subs and have a super quiet boy!
Robinson XCR-L
Is black in your color palette? HahaAre you gonna let me paint it?
Maybe Aero Precision?I want to join this club, but I don't have the "cool pants" or even a hat yet.
I have a decent tool set except for any specific to an AR-15 style build I might need to acquire.
I have owned multiple Ruger Mini-14s since they came out. These seem to be losing enthusiasm among many, but I have enjoyed many others' AR-15 versions over time.
I have decided I want/NEED one, but I will have to begin at the very start, from the GO!
I want to build one up on a budget at first.
Other than quick cleaning one of these AR-15 types, I know nothing about divining the entrails of the task of building one up from an idea to a completed product.
Is there an online tutorial decent book or should I just live on youtube for a while? I would love to have guidance.
Is there a thread here or anywhere that outlines a complete build?
I am learning a new pitch here, so any help would be greatly appreciated.
BTW, I believe that I am about average as far as mechanical ability, but I have rebuilt dozens of old VW engines, a few Fords, Dodges, Chevies, a Fiat and one Volvo diesel engine.
I am old and I still have the will, but no longer the space or the time to spare on such as hot car things!
I had successes, but each time I began, I knew virtually nothing about what to do next. I proceeded with a manual in hand.
If you want to get into building one from ground up or pick and choose your upper and lower while not depleting your savings check out Bear Creek Arsenal and Palmetto State Armory. Despite their affordability they have been proven to be VERY reliable. As the CEO of PSA says "We are not cutting corners, I just don't have a private jet"I want to join this club, but I don't have the "cool pants" or even a hat yet.
I have a decent tool set except for any specific to an AR-15 style build I might need to acquire.
I have owned multiple Ruger Mini-14s since they came out. These seem to be losing enthusiasm among many, but I have enjoyed many others' AR-15 versions over time.
I have decided I want/NEED one, but I will have to begin at the very start, from the GO!
I want to build one up on a budget at first.
Other than quick cleaning one of these AR-15 types, I know nothing about divining the entrails of the task of building one up from an idea to a completed product.
Is there an online tutorial decent book or should I just live on youtube for a while? I would love to have guidance.
Is there a thread here or anywhere that outlines a complete build?
I am learning a new pitch here, so any help would be greatly appreciated.
BTW, I believe that I am about average as far as mechanical ability, but I have rebuilt dozens of old VW engines, a few Fords, Dodges, Chevies, a Fiat and one Volvo diesel engine.
I am old and I still have the will, but no longer the space or the time to spare on such as hot car things!
I had successes, but each time I began, I knew virtually nothing about what to do next. I proceeded with a manual in hand.
BCA is good if you get lucky. PSA is shooting well above their weight class these days though.If you want to get into building one from ground up or pick and choose your upper and lower while not depleting your savings check out Bear Creek Arsenal and Palmetto State Armory. Despite their affordability they have been proven to be VERY reliable. As the CEO of PSA says "We are not cutting corners, I just don't have a private jet"
What's wrong with the scope that's on it?Still struggling with the optic I want for this.
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BCA is good if you get lucky. PSA is shooting well above their weight class these days though.
Too many videos and other people showing the vastly common problems with BCA to want to risk it with them. I've had 2 BCA uppers and both were the worst money I've spent on anything AR related.
Here's a fresh video about it. I think he sums it up pretty well with "If PSA can't do it that cheap, how can they?"
If you've had great luck with them I'm very happy for you - I just couldn't recommend them over spending very little more and going PSA.
Maybe nothing. I took that off another one… need to see how accurate his thing is.What's wrong with the scope that's on it?
I'm happy yours work, I really really am.Fair enough. I've had two uppers from BCA 223Wylde and 300blk 0 issues with either.
I have seen this as well, not saying I haven't . I think they suffered some pains from explosive growth and personnel issues that come with that. Not an excuse, simply an observation. Like you said though they will stand behind their failures.I'm happy yours work, I really really am.
I'm going to try to find the pic of just the feed ramps from the first one I bought. If I do I'll post them. It's the most unacceptable thing you'll ever see from the factory. They really look like someone dremeled the rough shape of the barrel extension and did a single pass on the ramps and called it good. Under a microscope it would have looked like a mountain range with all the burrs and jagged peaks.
I dumped it to someone else for real cheap after showing him the problem and he sent it back to bca and got another. Not sure how it worked out but that's the only good thing I can say about them - they will absolutely warranty their bad work. Whether it's with good-ish work or more bad, I can't say. But they do send replacements if you have issues.
I think that is good advice. Thanks.Maybe Aero Precision?
First one, I'd get a Colt M6920 or 6920SOCOM, TDP and be done. Replace as needed (trigger, CH, grip, stock, etc.). But that's ME, I mean I grok the time/money balance and one's patience with the fiddle factor.