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Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 03:51 PM
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TonyWornick
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I've always been old fashioned and had bolt rifles. I don't want to piece together an AR, so looking for good off the shelf AR options, in that $1000 - $1800 range. Daniel Defense has been atop my list, but looking for other manufacturers that everyone has had experience with.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 03:52 PM
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Larue, jp rifles, lmt, bcm, hk are all good
What features do you want? Barrel length? Use? Etc
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: TonyWornick]
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06/03/20 04:06 PM
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I'm a big fan of JP although it might cost a touch more than what you have listed. I know you said you didn't want to build one but I'm going to throw out one other idea just because I think it's a good one. I'm going to suggest that you buy a complete Upper from White Oak armament, and then visit with them about the lower controls to put in it and build your lower with the stock, trigger, Etc that you like. You'll end up with a damn good upper and accurate rifle and the parts that you like well within your budget. And you probably won't have any mystery issues that sometimes happen
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: TonyWornick]
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06/03/20 04:16 PM
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Rock River would be my pick in that $$ range. JP if you wanted to throw another $500-1000 at it
The secret to a long life is to try not to shorten it.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 04:17 PM
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Thanks and thanks.
I figure it's time to invest in an AR, better to have and not need type of situation. The occasional hog or coyote that wonders by will get some lead slung at it.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 05:05 PM
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I have a DDM4V11 and it has been an excellent rifle.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 05:57 PM
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Rock River would be my pick in that $$ range. JP if you wanted to throw another $500-1000 at it
This and the Daniel D. all very accurate. Trigger can be added later. I'm like you, Bolt gun guy, still am but I do have a Saint Victor AR Pistol .223 for rapid "engagement." It rides in the Titan.
Last edited by Buzzsaw; 06/03/20 05:57 PM.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 06:10 PM
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I have a DDM4V11 and it has been an excellent rifle. Been leaning towards DD.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 06:32 PM
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Larue, jp rifles, lmt, bcm, hk are all good
What features do you want? Barrel length? Use? Etc Let me know where you found a HK for $1000-1800
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 07:34 PM
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Wilson Combat complete upper......build your own lower......Spikes are good and reasonable price....
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 07:37 PM
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trigger time
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I just got a POF revolution. Basically a ar-15 chambered in 308. The rogue is a little lighter and cheaper but same deal. Literally the size and weight of a 15 but in 308. Mainly got it for pigs, and looks like we are almost neighbors.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 07:54 PM
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I have a dd complete upper on a home built seekins lower, so close to factory. I like it well enough. I ain't too crazy about ar's anyways so most are about the same at that price range.
The FN civilian version of the m4 they produce for the military is often over looked. Ironic a Belguim company can provide a fully made in America product with such good quality.
I'm a dude who likes long barrels!
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 08:13 PM
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I like Rock River for the best bang for the bucks in your price range. Mine is the stock 18 inch varmint model with a 1:8 barrel and it will hold .5 MOA out to 600 yards running my handloads.
Silver spurs and gold tequila keep me hanging on. Pretty girls and old cantinas give me shelter from the storm.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 08:37 PM
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Had a RR Operator in LH. Was a tad heavy, but shot tiny groups. Would recommend.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 11:30 PM
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If thats a strict budget, I HIGHLY recommend Daniel Defense. We sell a PILE of them at work and the return/defect rate is stupid low. If you can go a little above it, Triarc and Knights Armament make absolutely phenomenal rifles as well, with a few more bells and whistles than a DD.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 11:47 PM
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POF Renegade+. Almost as nice as the LWRC which is about $800 over your stated budget.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: TonyWornick]
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06/03/20 11:50 PM
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Daniel Defense hands down.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/03/20 11:53 PM
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POF Renegade+. Almost as nice as the LWRC which is about $800 over your stated budget. Only the piston LWRC is over his budget. I would go with a DI LWRC.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: TonyWornick]
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06/04/20 12:27 AM
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Wilson Combat, hands down. Buy a complete upper. Order their lower from a dealer. Buy 100% of the remaining components from them also. You'll be at the top of your budget but you'll have the best there is with an accuracy guarantee. Put it together yourself, or reach out here for help. A lot of us have done it.
An unethical shot is one you take, that you know you shouldn't.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: TonyWornick]
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06/04/20 12:31 AM
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In that price range I have multiple Daniel Defense and Larue Tactical AR's and would recommend either.
For DD, the DDM4V7 (MLOK rail) can be had in pistol, carbine, light weight, and short light weight configurations.
For Larue since you don't want to build so the Ultimate Upper would be out (about their best deal) but you can get a factory PredatAR in your price range.
I have a couple of DDM4V7's and a PredatAR - like them all very much and highly recommend them.
Earl
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: TonyWornick]
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06/04/20 11:32 AM
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Palmetto State Armory and have money left over for ammo.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
[Re: ChasCZ]
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06/04/20 11:49 AM
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Palmetto State Armory and have money left over for ammo. I lot of money left over. PSA gives you a lot of bang for the buck. I have one of their 9mm pistol carbines. Great little gun.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/04/20 12:09 PM
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The Dude Abides
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Daniel Defense or BCM in your price range. They have numerous offerings in your price range.
I am still looking for the perfect apron, one with reinforced knee areas would be perfect.
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Re: Off the shelf AR
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06/06/20 04:14 PM
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One of the best deals out there at the moment is a Larue Ultimate Upper kit. Add a Larue lower and you’re at $1000.
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