I know this has been discussed at length all over the place. However; I think the content on the new forum is worth the discussion. Not to mention it will help me tremendously and from a trusted source. I'm going to try and keep this short but I get long winded and will likely fail at that.
Lead up: I have a Barnes Precision mid length, 16" SS wylde chamber 1:8. I can't say enough about this rifle. It shoots so much better than I do. So this is the rifle I know.
I want to build one from scratch for no other reason than to say I built a rifle and well, then I'll have another rifle... Budget build and I'm not in a big hurry but would consider spending more on quality components if deemed reasonably prudent. I thought I wanted to build a pistol. I shot one yesterday and while it was cool, I no longer think I want one. I would love an SBR but I don't want to go through that process.
I am of the general opinion that a $500 rifle and a $1500 rifle are both going to be combat accurate but the better rifle should start to shine long range. I have nowhere to shoot past 100 yds and I have other systems on hand for distances longer than that.
So I will start shortly by buying a blank lower, likely an Anderson. My LGS has them for $80 which seems high to me but if I order one, FFL fee, Shipping, etc. It's going to come in close. If any of our sponsors out there have some at a decent price, speak up. I would rather give you my money, next would be to go to the LGS and at least keep it local. Sponsors a reasonable distance from South Raleigh, I don't mind a small road trip but I'm not going to drive to Charlotte, and it would give me the opportunity to meet some of you salty Bastards! Or a member that has one they want to get rid of for a reasonable price.
Next: Where would you spend your money on an AR build? Where do you spend the most money and where do you cut short to save $$?
My thinking is spend the money on barrel and bolt carrier, in that order. While I'm not a trigger Ho, I would like a smooth trigger with a clean break. I don't need a $250 trigger.
One more thought: I could upgrade some things on my Barnes, like trigger group and/or bolt carrier and use those parts for the new build. However; I have no issues with the stock Barnes trigger or bolt.
Summary:
Budget AR build, which components are worth spending more money on? From experience, thoughts on barrels, bolt carriers and trigger groups. Sourcing parts locally when it makes sense.
Go!
Lead up: I have a Barnes Precision mid length, 16" SS wylde chamber 1:8. I can't say enough about this rifle. It shoots so much better than I do. So this is the rifle I know.
I want to build one from scratch for no other reason than to say I built a rifle and well, then I'll have another rifle... Budget build and I'm not in a big hurry but would consider spending more on quality components if deemed reasonably prudent. I thought I wanted to build a pistol. I shot one yesterday and while it was cool, I no longer think I want one. I would love an SBR but I don't want to go through that process.
I am of the general opinion that a $500 rifle and a $1500 rifle are both going to be combat accurate but the better rifle should start to shine long range. I have nowhere to shoot past 100 yds and I have other systems on hand for distances longer than that.
So I will start shortly by buying a blank lower, likely an Anderson. My LGS has them for $80 which seems high to me but if I order one, FFL fee, Shipping, etc. It's going to come in close. If any of our sponsors out there have some at a decent price, speak up. I would rather give you my money, next would be to go to the LGS and at least keep it local. Sponsors a reasonable distance from South Raleigh, I don't mind a small road trip but I'm not going to drive to Charlotte, and it would give me the opportunity to meet some of you salty Bastards! Or a member that has one they want to get rid of for a reasonable price.
Next: Where would you spend your money on an AR build? Where do you spend the most money and where do you cut short to save $$?
My thinking is spend the money on barrel and bolt carrier, in that order. While I'm not a trigger Ho, I would like a smooth trigger with a clean break. I don't need a $250 trigger.
One more thought: I could upgrade some things on my Barnes, like trigger group and/or bolt carrier and use those parts for the new build. However; I have no issues with the stock Barnes trigger or bolt.
Summary:
Budget AR build, which components are worth spending more money on? From experience, thoughts on barrels, bolt carriers and trigger groups. Sourcing parts locally when it makes sense.
Go!