[ARCHIVED THREAD] - My First Build

Posted: 2/26/2011 12:05:21 PM EDT

Just finished putting it together. I tried to keep the cost down but still buy decent materials. I bought mostly everything new on the EE here on the sight, lots of good deals.

CMMG 16" Mid-Length government profile barrel, chrome lined 1:7 twist $189
Aero Precision Upper $87
Daniel Defense FA BCG $109
Charging Handle $17
Aero Precision Lower $87
RRA Lower Parts Kit $62
Tapco Stock $56
Magpul MOE handguards $31
LMT Rear Sight $72

Grand Total $693

Here's some pics:

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Posted: 2/26/2011 1:24:49 PM EDT

[#1]

Nice work. Great deal on the barrel.

Posted: 2/26/2011 1:34:03 PM EDT

[#2]

That looks dangerous.

Posted: 2/26/2011 1:36:49 PM EDT

[#3]

Thanks. It took awhile to scrounge up good deals, but it was worth it

Posted: 2/26/2011 1:37:07 PM EDT

[#4]

For cost vs build appearance. 9.9 / 10.

Looks great... now go make it sling lead!

Posted: 2/26/2011 2:14:22 PM EDT

[#5]

What hospital did you steal the towel from?

looks good!

Posted: 2/26/2011 3:01:48 PM EDT

[#6]

Nice job Boss. Welcome to the club... Slide down slings and other access and you can find out how to make your sling on the cheap..

Again - welcome to the club.. Nice...

Posted: 2/26/2011 5:50:50 PM EDT

[#7]

with a chromed barrel the HS better be correct.

Posted: 2/26/2011 9:07:30 PM EDT

[#8]

Nicely done Tank! Can't wait to go with ya to put some rounds through it!

Posted: 2/26/2011 10:21:59 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
with a chromed barrel the HS better be correct.

I'm sure it is, just didn't want to take any chances. My only complaint so far was a tight mag well using USGI 20rd mags. A little sanding and now is smoot