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4/7/2015 3:30:57 PM EDT
I am new to the world of AR-15's and in the process of trying to select a kit for my first build.  I have done a bit of research and found the kits from Del-Ton and Anderson to be appealing, but i'm still unsure of exactly what I should get.  I'm looking to put together a quality entry level plinker and save a bit of money building it myself.  A local shop has the kit listed below on sale for $500.  I'm looking to spend up to around $800 on the build.  Any ideas, advice, or input would be appreciated!

Mil spec Anderson AR upper (aluminum)
1/8 twist chrome Molly Anderson barrel 5.56 NATO
Mil spec m16 bolt carrier group
6 position collapsable stock(commercial)
Mil spec lower parts kit
Mil spec charging handle
Railed gas block
Mil spec A2 barrel nut kit
Mil spec A2 flash hider & gas tube
Del-Ton Lower Parts Kit
4/7/2015 7:15:06 PM EDT
[#1]
I believe Stag Arms, and PSA make good kits, check those out too.
4/7/2015 7:24:10 PM EDT
[#2]
I just did a build: http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_4/672666_First_AR_15A4_Build_and_Shoot_.html
I just sourced all the parts, you may want to consider this option too.
4/7/2015 7:32:56 PM EDT
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I am new to the world of AR-15's and in the process of trying to select a kit for my first build.  I have done a bit of research and found the kits from Del-Ton and Anderson to be appealing, but i'm still unsure of exactly what I should get.  I'm looking to put together a quality entry level plinker and save a bit of money building it myself.  A local shop has the kit listed below on sale for $500.  I'm looking to spend up to around $800 on the build.  Any ideas, advice, or input would be appreciated!

Mil spec Anderson AR upper (aluminum)
1/8 twist chrome Molly Anderson barrel 5.56 NATO
Mil spec m16 bolt carrier group
6 position collapsable stock(commercial)
Mil spec lower parts kit
Mil spec charging handle
Railed gas block
Mil spec A2 barrel nut kit
Mil spec A2 flash hider & gas tube
Del-Ton Lower Parts Kit
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That's really entry-level stuff for a not-so-great price.
The best kit is the one you put together yourself.

When I did my first one, I educated myself here on the forum as to what were the good parts/good prices, then I went shopping....mostly on line.
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