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Posted: 11/17/2008 8:40:32 PM EDT
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I'm in the process of planning a build right now and I need some assistance on part selections. I find this really difficult for the reason that i cant touch, feel, see etc. the parts that I will be potentially be buying online... and cant really find what I'm looking for with the search
I want to build a .223 AR15 that is as solid as possible and looks the best. I dont want any rattles and I don't want it to feel "plasticy" So my question is this, who makes the best uppers, lowers, handguard etc etc... What is the best way to go? I really want a solid rifle that doesnt feel cheap... and i want to do this right on the first try So set me straight 
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Just to give yourself an idea of damn near the best go to noveske, colt and LaRue.
Look up the stealth uppers on LaRue. I know there are others, but I honestly don't recall them right now. This should get you started. Now, if you just don't want any "rattles" you should be fine with A LOT of the AR's. Please try to give more info. on what you want the rifle to do {ex: bench, practical, Close quarters, SHTF}. Then we can narrow this all down and try to help you more. Patience 
Oh, and looks are kind of a preference thing. |
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If I could get in on this, I am in the same boat. I have a RRA Entry Tactical with ACOG on LaRue mount, Daniel Defense free float rails, Magpul stock etc. This is my play gun.
I want to build an AR that I will be able to put a 60 gr. V-Max right between the eyes of a hog at 300 yards. Suggestions? |
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The equipment is a small part of being/becoming a good shot. With that said and you
consider yourself a good/okay shot, then look at the options above for the best. Now, if you don't want to spend that kind of coin on a rig like that, then RRA makes good Varmint uppers along with a couple other manufacturers. Just remember that ammo/rifle/trigger have little to do with accuracy if the person shooting can't hit the broad side of a barn. But look into those manufacturers and read around and see what others have had good luck with. Which there are a lot of options for decent rigs. Shooting at 300 yrds with a 60gr bullet. I would thing a 1X8 would be dang good or a 1X9 both in 18-24" IMO. Just gaining velocity with a longer barrel, that's all. Less bullet drop at distance. |
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I have been shooting longer than I like to think about and am, in my humble opinion, an excellent shot.
I could spring for a RRA Varmint or LaRue Stealth upper for my current RRA AR. But I really get the most satisfaction, and just love projects that I build myself even if I don't save that much money. Also my brother in law the cheapskate will want me to build him an AR also, but he just wants one to have one. So I will be able to look around for bargains and build him a functional, reliable & accurate (but not a tack driver) rifle. |
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You can shoot at descent ranges with a 16". All the longer barrels do is give greater
velocity and therefore less bullet drop at greater distances. I'd say you should be able to shoot 400 yard man size targets with practice and you could even reach out further with a 16. Velocity in a .223/5.56 is very important. Since the bullet isn't heavy like a .308 it has to go very fast in order to inflict greater damage than a bullet in the same size traveling with less velocity. Most lowers are forged and are stronger than cast. Milled is the strongest/most expensive. But many think the lowers don't need to be that strong when shooting .223. Most of the companies are Good to go with forged lowers. And CNL, I'd look into del-ton and Model 1. If he's just looking for a plain 16'' that will shoot decent and you want to make it with him, I'd go that route. I ordered a 16'' mid- length from del-ton for my brother{devoted AK guy} and I'm just waiting for it now so he can build it. All that's needed is a stripped lower which just happen to be hard to come by at the moment. This was bought for a starter rig that is still very reputable. Del-ton has good customer service and still a good product. Can't wait for the del-ton. del-ton 16'' kits They also offer 20'' kits. RRA and most other companies have kits, but are more expensive |
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Are you asking about the differences between the 16" kits? If so I think you just
answered your own question. But as far as I know the barrels are turned down more on the light kits than the standard kits. There may be other slight differences but I honestly don't know. It's still going to be a lighter style rifle either way. Another perk with going with a shorter barrel is it weighs less. If I were you, get the middy. It is heavier but is slightly more reliable and gives a longer sight radius and isn't as violent while being shot as a M4 style rifle. That's if you are steered toward a 16" and no the 20". |
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