Build Thread Wanting to Build Top Tier AR

[Member 36360]

Thanks all. Questions answered

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[coop44]

Likely cheaper to buy what you want, than build it. Personally not a fan of high end ar's, if it works, shoot it. All I see is manufacturers and retailers chuckling and rubbing their greedy hands together. Buy a moderately priced ar, if something breaks or wears out, maybe replace it with a questionable "upgraded" part.
Maybe buy a colt, probably will hold value better than anything you can put together.
If you want a "fashion statement" ar, maybe a good therapist or a twelve step program can help you.

 

[Member 36360]

Likely cheaper to buy what you want, than build it. Personally not a fan of high end ar's, if it works, shoot it. All I see is manufacturers and retailers chuckling and rubbing their greedy hands together. Buy a moderately priced ar, if something breaks or wears out, maybe replace it with a questionable "upgraded" part.
Maybe buy a colt, probably will hold value better than anything you can put together.
If you want a "fashion statement" ar, maybe a good therapist or a twelve step program can help you.

I appreciate your opinion, and while your probably right I'd spend less just buying a pre built, I don't think I can find one with all my selected parts unless I went with a custom builder. Also total cost of the rifle doesn't concern me if I'm spending 500$ here and there over the course of time.

 

[P7M13]

Go for it!
Small things like Radian's A-DAC make rifles more pleasing to shoot, and if it stiffens your wood, BONUS !
Whether you go with 5.56 or Wylde, I don't think it makes a bit of difference in a SBR. Me, I'd go with a 6.8 in a short barrel.
Whatever you do, that mother is going to be LOUD. Submit your Form 1 or get a can in jail as you start your build.
Have fun!

 

[Member 36360]

Go for it!
Small things like Radian's A-DAC make rifles more pleasing to shoot, and if it stiffens your wood, BONUS !
Whether you go with 5.56 or Wylde, I don't think it makes a bit of difference in a SBR. Me, I'd go with a 6.8 in a short barrel.
Whatever you do, that mother is going to be LOUD. Submit your Form 1 or get a can in jail as you start your build.
Have fun!

I've got can I can slap on it for now, but ya planning on a sandman k will most likely start my form 4 with my income tax lol

 

[P7M13]

I've got can I can slap on it for now, but ya planning on a sandman k will most likely start my form 4 with my income tax lol

Yep, don't know much about commercial silencers, so didn't even see it in your OP.

Magpul CTR
Dead air sandman k <-- DUH !
Modlite

Have CTR, MOE-SL and ACS, and by far the ACS is my preferred due to fitment.
Also have a MFT Minimalist (actually, have two), and it comes in right behind the ACS as far as preference.
Just put a PRS on a new build and I'm looking forward to trying that.

 

[Member 36360]

I've used the CTR, ACS, STR and PRS never used an MFT I was going for a smaller footprint and weight savings. But will consider the ones u mentioned. My favorite PRS style stock is by far the XLR element.

 

[Hueco]

The only barrels I've got are a 20" Krieger and 14.5" BA...'fraid I can't help there. But I do run the TT Diamond on that 20" DMR build and hot damn is it nice. Light, crisp, positive reset. If you're in the area and want to check it out before plopping the cash on it, shoot me a message.

If you're active duty/veteran, they do discounts...I want to say 20%. They also run sales so get on their mailing list.

If you end up not going w/ the Radian lower, check out Phase5's EBRv3 - super handy and I prefer it over Magpul's BAD by virtue of it being a single piece (not a screwed on lever).

Sounds like a fun build, if not stupid loud . I've got a Area419 Hellfire Linear Flash Suppressor that seems to work well...though I've never run it on a barrel that short, so who's to say it'd work for you? Still - you'll definitely want some sort of flash suppression and/or compensator for when the suppressor isn't on it.

Have you looked at the Vltor A5 system for buffer?

 

[solv3nt]

I built two complete and one additional lower build with all Wilson Combat parts with Geissele triggers. I believe the total price was around $1500 for each.

 

[Stomper]

That's why Charo always say…. Gucci Gucci Gucci!!

 

[P7M13]

@JSTUCK624 , check this out:

Adm 14.5 complete factory upper. Criterion, radian, surefire

Nib complete factory upper. Fit and finish second to none. These have criterion hybrid contour barrels. Comes with surefire war comp, radian charging handle and adm premium qpq finished bolt carrier group. These currently sell for 1250 on adm website with 8 week lead time...

www.northwestfirearms.com

 

[P7M13]

I've used the CTR, ACS, STR and PRS never used an MFT I was going for a smaller footprint and weight savings. But will consider the ones u mentioned. My favorite PRS style stock is by far the XLR element.

If you're in the west side, one of my MFTs isn't mounted yet. You can try it to see if you like.

 

[P7M13]

That's why Charo always say…. Gucci Gucci Gucci!!

To which you reply, "roger -- Roger -- ROGER !!"

 

[TTSX]

A K can on a short barrel is an expensive flash hider. I wouldn't be surprised if you're pushing 150dB with that.

Also, how much squeeze are you willing to put in for the smallest amount of juice? "High end" everything is often already past the point of diminishing returns. Consider what your definition of high end is and realize it's not the same as mine, or probably anyone else on this forum. Price alone does not equal quality.

Oh and headspace your damn barrel and bolt. Buy the tools, do it proper. In fact, buy ALL the proper tools as you can clearly afford those

 

[titsonritz]

Here and be done with it....
https://www.kellyenterprises.net/kn...5-56mm-11-5in-pistol-w-sba3-brace-detail.html

 

[titsonritz]

Have you looked at the Vltor A5 system for buffer?

I would have to have a very specific reason to use anything else. A5 RE are made not only by Vltor but are also offered by BCM, Magpul, SOLGW and Forward Controls.

 

[titsonritz]

Looking to do a 11.5 or 12" .223 WYLDE SBR.

Barrel: open to suggestions maybe proof or x caliber

This is my 12.5" barrel...
https://criterionbarrels.com/products/ar-15/ar-15-core-series-carbine-gas/?v=7516fd43adaa

 

[Member 36360]

Thanks all for you input

 

[powermad]

I would have to have a very specific reason to use anything else. A5 RE are made not only by Vltor but are also offered by BCM, Magpul, SOLGW and Forward Controls.

When I was sourcing parts for mine I found that a .308 AR Carbine RE is an intermediate tube also with 6 positions.

An A5 action with a mid length gas system is pretty slick and what I will build off of from now on.
Way better than the carbine I first put together.

 

[WOT Triggers]

When I worked at Rainier Arms, we would get asked all the time

The main issue, was just the time spent searching thru the vast variety of parts and options.
Some gunshops are full service, they will spend time to show you the parts available depending on what your looking for.

Custom builds are a lot of fun!