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Posted: 1/16/2017 2:38:23 AM EDT
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First time builing.
What are the parts/sections that you can save the most $$, without compromising on quality? Which are the parts that are well worth spending a few extra bucks? Thanks for any help! ps if someone has a semi completed build that i could look at for reference, thatd be pretty life saving! |
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It's worth it to spend your money on it as you see fit. In my opinion, its best to spend your money on a good barrel, bolt carrier group, and trigger. Some will recommend a good receiver group, but I just used basic forged stuff and have been completely happy with them.
If I was trying to save money, I'd skimp on the stock and buffer assembly, the grip, the handguard, and just go with iron sights. Those items can be swapped out in the future without too much trouble - except replacing the handguard may require removing the barrel and gas block. If you just want something really basic, you can make it happen for around $400-500. Jump up to $700 and you can have something pretty nice. Keep on stacking benjamins and it only gets better. If you want to save some cash on building it, though, you're best off just shopping sales until you get the parts you want. |
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Buy a quality barrel, bcg, and trigger. Don't have to go crazy, just don't skimp there.
With receivers you have more leeway, imo. You can save cash there, just buy forged from a reputable source. Alot of it is personal preference. Blems will shave money, most times the blemish is not even noticeable. Furniture/accessories are easily upgraded at a later date if you want. Shop the EE for used or takeoffs. Consider the role this weapon will fill. And remember, the $ you save on this build will probably be spent on your next. 
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I havent bought anything yet, but for the Lower receiver im thinking ruger ar-556 stripped (Just cuz i have a gander gift card) plus for the bottom
And Parts and grip Other than that i'm planning on iron sights. and thats all i've planned out so far. |
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By "build" do you mean assemble from loose parts entirely or buy an upper and assemble a lower?
Using a gift card you already have will save you from throwing cash, and the Ruger lower should be fine. The CMMG lpk is gtg, you can find them cheaper tho. PSA does have great budget uppers ready to pin on and shoot. Great option. Decide how entailed you want to get, whether you want to invest in some assembly tools. It's definitely not hard to do. |
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Barrel Im thinking of. Wanted a shorter one, but Illinois requires 16".
and Id like to put the lower together myself, but its not a necessity. |
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Assembling a stripped lower takes all of about 30 minutes.
A few quick YouTube vids and you are a pro. The upper that you linked should be gtg. Add a quality bcg and charging handle and you're set. NFA regs mandate a 16" barrel across the board unless you SBR the lower. Illinois may have specific laws, I am not familiar with IL. 14.5" and 14.7" barrels with a pinned/welded flashhider making the OAL 16" are an option also. |
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Here are some links to check out.
http://palmettostatearmory.com/ http://www.primaryarms.com/ Both of these will be much cheaper than the big box stores, and have great quality. Primary Arms has great customer service. |
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