Ugly or Handsome?

[Sgt Nambu]

It looks all, "Enemy at the Gates," to me!

Not bad at all!

 

[Raidingtime]

Which word would you use to describe this AR???

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I would call it confused.

 

[Raidingtime]

Which word would you use to describe this AR???

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btw where's the charging handle?

 

[3MTA3]

I don't trust the drum mag, and I'd choose a different butt stock and grip, and don't see the point of the 15" tube (and added weight) when there is a combo hand and barrier stop in the midlength position. I'd prefer a folding FSB like a primary reflex and a middy MagPul non floated hand guard to make it even lighter weight and more mobile - a thin barrel may not be able to take advantage of free floating accuracy wise. So, I guess I like 85% of it...

 

[eldbillbo]

I was in between kind of cool and kind of creepy on this one then i read this

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Extremely handsome to the point where my loins start to twitch like a wounded lizard...if that makes any sense

Definitely Creepy.

 

[No_Regerts]

Ugly. It looks like it has Michael Jackson skin disease.

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Its not for me , but y'all know my favorites in the firearm world. LOL!

That being said , "the build your own AR" trend , reminds a bit of the muzzleloading world before the replica and reproductions were commonly available.*
Back in the late 40's through the early 60's guys would build muzzleloaders or re-work old rifles into "shooters".
Some of the workmanship was excellent , however I have seen some examples that were downright dangerous.
Also some of the early import replicas were of questionable quality.

Are there cases like this in the "homebrew" AR world?
I understand that there will always be fine workmanship no matter the rifle.
And quality parts mean nothing if put together sloppily.
Just wondering if " the make a fast buck with a eye catching but poor quality rifle" is a real concern to a AR buyer?
Especially during a period of high demand or perceived high demand.
Andy

*Note I am too young to really remember first hand the second wave of replicas of the 1970's , let alone a "new" gun of the 40's-60's.
But I have seen , shot and handled many a muzzleloader. Not to forget to mention doing countless hours of research on replicas or originals.
Hence my question.

 

[Raidingtime]

Ugly. It looks like it has Michael Jackson skin disease.

Well lets go with what Butt Man has said about skin disease

 

[Velzey]

Much better than that generic matte black they all look like.

 

[Bon Sauvage]

Flashy

 

[nwslopoke]

It looks unfinished and confused. A lot like my backyard.

 

[Guardian 380]

Beautiful!!! If she doesn't treat you right send her my way....I like em kinda dirty looking yet sophisticated....

I like mine that way as well. Guns too.

 

[WAYNO]

Not ugly or handsome, or in any way meant to be pleasing, any more than painting a hammer or screwdriver. But if it shoots good, then that part is pleasing.

But what do I know. A buddy of mine did a very high quality camo paint job on his tool locker at work, and to me, that was pleasing.

WAYNO.

 

[mjbskwim]

Mikey likes it.

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Ehh,not sure if I do
One word?
AnAR

 

[Guardian 380]

If a high functioning tool is aesthetically pleasing that's a win all the way around. Function trumps form but I don't think it has to be ugly to be serious.

 

[v0lcom13sn0w]

All Rifles Matter

 

[Raidingtime]

All Rifles Matter

FJW- Firearm Justice Warrior

 

[Guardian 380]

All Rifles Matter

Ha!

 

[Boboclown]

Its ugly when you're facing the business end of the muzzle.

At any other angle it looks nice.

 

[Guardian 380]

Its ugly when you're facing the business end of the muzzle.

At any other angle it looks nice.

Pretty much a given with any firearm I think.