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8/25/2007 4:16:07 PM EDT
I have a Bushmaster 20" complete rifle.  I want a 16" A3 upper to sport an Eotech 512.  Price isn't a huge issue but I want acceptable quality (not necessarily top end quality at a comensurate price).  I'm looking at:

–Bushmaster (pricey from the factory but can't find anyone who sells complete Bushmaster uppers). Can get fluted.  Most expensive.

–PKfirearms – Bushmaster barrel on an unnamed upper.  Next most expensive.

–Model "1" Sales – Least expensive but don't know what they are using.

Not needed for tactical.  Mostly range and self defense.  After 23 years Army esperience, I don't need "cool"!

QUESTIONS:
1.  Does anyone else besides Bushmaster sell Bushmaster complete uppers?
2.  Does PK use a quality upper receiver to mount their Bushmaster barrels?
3.  Is Model "1" a "quality" upper?  I'm leaning toward this unless there are quality failures out there.

Regards,
8/26/2007 5:29:51 PM EDT
[#1]
These guys can help you. You can get a complete  barrel assembley for like $225-275 flutted. The can add a CMT upper for like $98. You won't be able to tell the reciever's not a bushmaster.


www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=22&t=263482
8/26/2007 5:40:52 PM EDT
[#2]
I recommend a Stag/CMT upper from Rainier Arms.
8/27/2007 5:33:24 AM EDT
[#3]
Can't go wrond with LMT.
8/27/2007 6:16:50 AM EDT
[#4]

Quoted:
I recommend a Stag/CMT upper from Rainier Arms.


+1 excellent upper for the money Stag Arms
LMT is one of the best uppers around and definitely worth the money if you prefer a 1/7 twist (Stag is 1/9)
8/27/2007 7:25:11 AM EDT
[#5]
Thanks, all.

Does anyone have any experience with a Model1sales upper?  Does anyone have an opinion on Model1sales other than something else is their favorite or better?
8/27/2007 8:49:17 AM EDT
[#6]
I have only bought parts from Model1. They have been kinda hit & miss from my experience. I have had problems with some of the lower parts not fitting well. The uppers I got were CMT(I think) but I have no idea what Bolt & Carrier parts they are stocking(I didn't dare to order any) I would go with the Stag. That way at least you know your getting CMT parts.
8/27/2007 11:16:31 AM EDT
[#7]
Well, the silence was deafening on the Model1 so I ordered a CMMG upper!  I know, I know, it wasn't on the list on my first post, but after a careful review, and the fact that I could get a mid-length system (gas system, handguard, proper bayonet fit, longer sight radius, and max effeciency out of a 16" barrel), I pulled the trigger.

Thanks again.
8/27/2007 12:24:14 PM EDT
[#8]
I think that was a better option anyway.
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