Want to buy my first AR

[1371JarHead]

I'm looking to buy my first AR in the next few months (If I can find one...). I would like to stay under $1k. I know very little about the platform other than having shot a few. What are the must-haves that would be available on a sub $1k rifle? The ones I've been looking at are the Ruger AR556, S&W M&P Sport II, and one from Windham Weaponry. The Windham is the only one with the chrome-lined barrel (Debating the need). I also got an email from Sig touting their new SigM400 Tread Coil, it looks pretty interesting. I have to say, with so many rifles on the market its a bit overwhelming. Any help is appreciated!

Link to Sig: Sig Sauer

Saltwater Arms

saltwaterarms.com

 

[turq]

Brownells has Colt 14.5" upper for $499

 

[DizzyJ]

Brownells has Colt 14.5" upper for $499

I don't think that includes the bcg or charging handle though.

 

[Deacon]

Thanks for all the replies. A nasty case of the shingles has put things on hold for a little while. I'm most likely going to pick up a Windham Weaponry SRC.

 

[titsonritz]

Brownells has Colt 14.5" upper for $499

Do you have a link for that, I'm not seeing it?