But with an MSRP of $900, but the actual price is probably lower. A bit more than the OP's $700 budget.
Have a link? Most BCM uppers I see for that price are minus charging handle and bolt carrier group, which is ~$100-200.You can have a BCM complete upper minus a charging handle for $626, add an Anderson complete lower for $150, then pick up a charging handle for $25. Total $800 Edit: PSA charging handle for $12.99
Have a link? Most BCM uppers I see for that price are minus charging handle and bolt carrier group, which is ~$100-200.
That being said, I have seen complete Spikes Tactical rifles in the last couple weeks for ~$700-800 which is superior to the M&P.
Getting back to what the OP wanted, I don't think he wants to build one from scratch.
I would strongly consider the Smith & Wesson M&P Sport II. I believe it hits all required points on your list except the warranty and their a very nice rifle and you'd have enough coin left in your budget to get him some mags and ammo for his stocking as well!
I didn't know anyone offered a lifetime warranty on a $700 AR.
Colt's Expanse can be bought for that. I've got one. It's an excellent shooter and solid.
SIG M400 Enhanced worth the extra $300! Or the S&W or the Ruger if you wanna cheap out!
Would depend on whether the dad or the lad wanted to go with chrome lined barrels or not. I know a lot of companies are choosing Melonite/Nitriding to bring the cost down. I myself bought a pistol upper from PSA that was nitrided just to have a a cheap truck gun. There is just not enough info from the OP as to what the gun will be used for to help.
It will be used mostly for range use and possibly for taking down predators, coyotes, possum, and racoon's. We have had issues with predators trying to attack our heard.
Honestly I want to get him something he can have for years to come and we can enjoy together.