Anyone here into firearms?

MacCool · 07-05-2011, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Thanks for the recommendation, I will check those videos out!

I just placed an order for the reflex sight that Goldy recommended. I have already spent the price of the shotgun in modifications and haven't even shot it yet. Cars, guns, cigars, watches and liquor... why can't I like inexpensive things?

I definitely need to get some cheap slugs and buckshot so I can have fun with this thing at the range. Next on the list... an AR-15.

Any recommendations under $1,000?

Stay away from DPMS, Bushmaster, CMMG, Olympic...too many corners cut and too high a tendency to fail when pushed.

The best brands are Colt, Noveske, LMT, Daniel Defense, Bravo Company, but those will exceed your $1000. As a starting point, the minimum I'd recommend going is a Smith & Wesson M&P carbine. That is a pretty good rifle.

I base that recommendation on 15 years of SWAT training, as well as many, many carbine courses over the years. I see the weapons that fail when they're run hard.

m4a1mustang · 07-05-2011, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SgtGoldy

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Originally Posted by MacCool

Stay away from DPMS, Bushmaster, CMMG, Olympic...too many corners cut and too high a tendency to fail when pushed.

The best brands are Colt, Noveske, LMT, Daniel Defense, Bravo Company, but those will exceed your $1000. As a starting point, the minimum I'd recommend going is a Smith & Wesson M&P carbine. That is a pretty good rifle.

I base that recommendation on 15 years of SWAT training, as well as many, many carbine courses over the years. I see the weapons that fail when they're run hard.

Thanks, Mac. I'll keep that in mind. I'm not ready to buy one anytime soon so I may be willing to spend a bit more when the time comes.

essixx · 07-05-2011, 06:36 PM

Not trying to be personal or insulting, just wanting to contribute. There are many people that know way more than I do. I would agree with the advice to stay away from Olympic Ar-15's. Not familiar with CMMG. I have had several DPMS and a few Bushmasters in my time, and they were all flawless with thousands of rounds. Not a single problem. The DPMS LAR-308 has a BIG following for their accuracy and build Quality. Which I own 2 of. Granted this is not out combat shooting, but shooting for fun with friends and family. In a combat situation, that reliability may change. But for fun and sub $1000 firearms you will be more than good to go.
The last one I bought I purchased a piece at a time and built it for just under $610.00. Free floating 16" barrel, Aero Precision upper and lower, M-16 bolt. Very pleased in its performance and accuracy. Only put around 800 rounds thru it so far. The Aero Precision stuff is good mil-spec quality. Fit and finish were impressive. If I remember correctly Spikes Tactical as well as other well known names have their uppers and lowers manufactured by Aero Precision.
Not many specialized tools needed and lots of free info on the net how to do it safely and correctly. Brownell's has a complete on-line video how to build your AR-15 from parts.

dad · 07-05-2011, 06:54 PM

This is cool, check it out!
Bushmaster -The World of Bushmaster - "The Anatomy of a Bushmaster"

wstar · 07-05-2011, 08:18 PM

Just to throw another opinion into the ring. If I had the time/money/inclination/need to build out another AR-15 for myself today, I'd probably stick to Noveske and/or LMT for the core stuff (receivers, barrel, etc), and flesh it out with Magpul accessories (stock, grip, etc).

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essixx Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Iowa Posts: 21 Drives: 2009 Silver auto Rep Power: 16	Not trying to be personal or insulting, just wanting to contribute. There are many people that know way more than I do. I would agree with the advice to stay away from Olympic Ar-15's. Not familiar with CMMG. I have had several DPMS and a few Bushmasters in my time, and they were all flawless with thousands of rounds. Not a single problem. The DPMS LAR-308 has a BIG following for their accuracy and build Quality. Which I own 2 of. Granted this is not out combat shooting, but shooting for fun with friends and family. In a combat situation, that reliability may change. But for fun and sub $1000 firearms you will be more than good to go. The last one I bought I purchased a piece at a time and built it for just under $610.00. Free floating 16" barrel, Aero Precision upper and lower, M-16 bolt. Very pleased in its performance and accuracy. Only put around 800 rounds thru it so far. The Aero Precision stuff is good mil-spec quality. Fit and finish were impressive. If I remember correctly Spikes Tactical as well as other well known names have their uppers and lowers manufactured by Aero Precision. Not many specialized tools needed and lots of free info on the net how to do it safely and correctly. Brownell's has a complete on-line video how to build your AR-15 from parts.