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3/16/2012 11:10:29 AM EDT
I'm sure this is probably a stupid question but I've got to ask.  Are all AR15 upper and lower receivers made from aluminum?  Are either ever made from steel?  If so, who manufactures steel receivers.

Thanks
3/16/2012 11:17:53 AM EDT
[#1]
Aluminum, I have never seen steel receivers.
 
3/16/2012 11:44:11 AM EDT
[#2]
99.9% are alum.

There has been some steel ones made in the past... mostly for bench shooters who want as much weight as possible.  

I don't think anyone currently manufacturers ones made out of anything but polymer and alum.

You could certainly machine one out of anything you like though.
3/16/2012 11:44:19 AM EDT
[#3]
Wasn't someone (maybe DPMS) making stainless steel uppers or lowers?
 
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