South Paw AR

[paul1968mcr]

Is it just a new upper required to turn an AR into a south paw?

Is it that much of a problem shooting a RH model, left handed??

Looking at buying an M4.....Panther or Stag offer LH models (for a price) just wondered if I could convert it back it RH if I ever wanted to sell it.

Thx in avance guys.

 

[doglb]

I shoot left handed-back when I was in the military there was no such thing as "left handed" AR's. I have never had a problem shooting any AR left handed-its just not an issue.

The brass ejects far enough without any worry-my current AR setup doesnt even have a shell defelector, still no issues!

 

[paul1968mcr]

Thanks mate!

Thats exactly what the ex military guys at work said.

That kinda gives me a few more options for a sub $1000 M4.

 

[BloodEclipse]

Thanks mate!

Thats exactly what the ex military guys at work said.

That kinda gives me a few more options for a sub $1000 M4.

Build one.
The upper receiver is a small cost of the project. You would also need a left hand bolt I believe.
There are many companies that make ambidextrous controls. Why not make the AR be as comfortable for you as you can?

 

[4PWW9]

Stag Arms makes lefty AR's.

 

[BloodEclipse]

Rainier Arms, LLC™ | Browse | Receivers - Upper | Upper: CMT / STAG Upper Reciver Combo - LEFTY

Upper: CMT / STAG Upper Reciver Combo - LEFTY


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Product Information

Description
Build your own left handed custom upper. These award winning uppers by STAG Arms is extremely high quality. It has white laser engraved t-markings on top rail and come with forward assist and trap door already installed. A left handed bolt carrier assembly and charging handle is included to finish off your build. Just add your barrel assembly to complete.


Combo Includes:

• CMT / STAG Left Handed Upper
• Left Handed Bolt Carrier Assembly
• Charging Handle

Must be used with a barrel with an Ambi-Extension

 

[indycruzr]

I have a complete STAG LH model and enjoy it greatly. I'm left handed as well as left eye dominant and have shot both RH and LH. Converting a LH to a RH would not be worth it IMHO. Go with what you need. If LH then get a LH and enjoy not breathing all the fumes from a RH model and/or the distraction of the brass flying across your field of view. Again, just MHO.

 

[sptland]

Go ahead and buy the left handed version -- then when you want to sell it -- post it here!!! Lol!! Don't worry about converting it back to RH -- There is definitely a demand for left handed firearms - Yes I'm left handed and I like to buy NICE used stuff - but it's not always easy to find!!

 

[clt46910]

I think you might be happier with a LH model. Don't worry about resale, it will sale as a LH model.

 

[jmb79]

I shoot long guns left handed and all of my ARs are standard models. I don't want to go through thousands of repetitions building my skill sets on an AR that is different than 99.99% of the ARs made. I want to be able to pick up any AR and be able to operate it without having to think through standard operations that I could perform without thinking about on a standard weapon (i.e., malfunction clearances, safety on/off, magazine release, etc.).

 

[sig-sweet]

I'm left handed, my AR, well, all my rifles are RH, no problem. In qualifying I've had to shoot from either side. It's a good trait to aquire, but I have to admit I've had some pretty good range officers teaching me. I've wittnessed guys shooting off hand with a 870 shotgun into a car (@15 yds)to hit a balloon and they have missed it.
Thats when you break out the saddle and crop!! Time to go riding......

The biggest complaint I get is my brass flying onto the guy next to me, they just don't expect it from that side.....sometimes it fun being a lefty
I agree though, get the lefty.... righties think they're neat too