FDE AR Build. My first.

Literally just finished my first build... Really like how it came out.

Lower:
Spikes stripped
LPK - LMT from G&R
GA SDE Trigger
A1 Buffer tube & Spring
JP Enterprise Buffer
Magpul PRS Stock
Magpul MOE Grip
Magpul Trigger Guard
Magpul 20rd PMags

Upper:
Troy 15" Extreme TRX
Krieger 20" SS Barrel 1/7.7
SJC SS Titan
All put together by Compass Lake Engineering who provided upper and BCG

Accessories:
Harris Bipod with Arms throw lever mount
Accu-Shot Mono Pod
Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50
Arms 22 Lever Mounts
Removed:
SWFA SS 3-9X
Burris Pepr mount

http://dragonape.com/AR15/2.jpg

Sweet looking stick. Be sure to give a range report.

that looks real good, you can see the quality in it too

Thanks for the kind words, plan to take it out this weekend.

Just add token picture of one ragged hole, and a range report, and you will have won at the internet for a day...

Is this primarily going to be a bench rifle, or do you have other plans fo rit?

Thanks.

It was built with intentions of being a precision setup. Plan to use it to its full potential to better my skill set. Shooting from the bench, prone, etc...

Hopefully ill be able to post a full review soon.

A few recent pics. Just happy we've been shooting sub MOA lately ;)

http://dragonape.com/AR15/8.jpg

http://dragonape.com/AR15/9.jpg

http://dragonape.com/AR15/10.jpg;)

Nice build, but curious as to why you're using the lightweight JP buffer with the comp and, I assume, a standard BC.

I tried this with a 6.5 Grendel and was constantly messing with the gas (had an adjustable GB) to slow the cyclic rate/recoil everytime I changed loads. Further, the auto carrier I was using beat the snot out of the JP buffer. Once I swapped the JP with a std rifle buffer I didn't have any issues.

Thanks.

From what i under stood the lighter buffer could be used (with all other standard components) to allow for less felt recoil, figured i'd try it as this was a precision build and should in turn allow for easier follow up shots.

After a few hundred rounds, ive had no issues.

With the weight of the riffle and the muzzle brake, its pretty easy to shoot.

I'd be interested in hearing your prior experience with the platform, and shooting in general, and what led you to choose the parts that you did. Also interested to hear what kind of groups you're getting to include number of shots, number of groups, ammo used, and distance.

Clean for a first man.

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Originally Posted by rob_s

I'd be interested in hearing your prior experience with the platform, and shooting in general, and what led you to choose the parts that you did. Also interested to hear what kind of groups you're getting to include number of shots, number of groups, ammo used, and distance.

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I basically started with handguns, eventually found I had a thing for 1911's. Reached a point where I can shoot all of the one's I own pretty well out to 15 yards. But didn't really want to modify them as they are all carry/defensive pistols; they have all been reliable and I didn't want to touch them in anyway other than maintenance.

This is my second AR, other is a Colt LE6920/stock; only mod is a sling. I got used to the iron sights and can put decent groups out to a hundred yards no prob. 30 rounds within ~5 inches. Felt the same way about it as the 1911's, it would be my go to in a defensive situation.

Got interested in the idea of precision and decided to build an AR as I understand how it works, etc...

Researched a few points such as trigger and barrel.

The trigger is the second thing I purchased after the stripped lower, followed by the LPK and stock.

Then the upper with barel after I understood the ideals of a barrel and how it works, such as the differences between the twist rates and length, etc...

Then I put it together based on my liking as far as looks. I figure after getting a good amount of experience with it I would understand what I did right and what I did not, etc... I will then make any fixes on my next build.

Only issue right now is weight.

As far as groups, I am the weak link, I need improvement and although I've had a few freak groups, they are not consistent. This is where i currently stand.

5 Shots:

http://www.dragonape.com/AR15/5.jpg

10 Shots: would have had a great group if i stopped at 5
http://www.dragonape.com/AR15/6.jpg

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Originally Posted by geistacwm

Clean for a first man.

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Thanks.

Nice smoke pole:D

Great post! thanks

This thread is the first time I have actually considered selling my 700 for a precision AR. Beautiful gun and stunning results. Keep up the good work and let's see those 10 shot groups tighten up! I'm jealous!

Thanks guys.

Funny enough ive had my heart set on building a 700 for a while now, chances are once im satisfied with this project/build a 700 will be next. :)

How do you like that scope and what did it run? BTW, nice rig.

Very nice rifle , Im lookin for the same lower

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How do you like that scope and what did it run? BTW, nice rig.

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I assume you mean the SWFA SS 3-9, it has been removed (original post has also been updated).

I like it a lot, very clear and easy to use, basically everything it was supposed to do/be. I picked it up from SWFA directly at their retail price.

I just needed a little more magnification and went with the the Vortex which has also performed as expected for what it is.

Thanks.

Great first build! Being a target shooter myself I think you did a perfect job of upper component selection. I am guessing those are factory or handloads not yet tailored to your barrel? Can't wait to see some fine adjustments and your addition of some serious magnification. Looks like you have one hell of a varmint killer : )

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Great first build! Being a target shooter myself I think you did a perfect job of upper component selection. I am guessing those are factory or handloads not yet tailored to your barrel? Can't wait to see some fine adjustments and your addition of some serious magnification. Looks like you have one hell of a varmint killer : )

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Thanks.

Correct, everything so far has been with factory loads; the groups from above were acheived using Black Hills 77gr SMK red box.

Here is a recent group from a light range visit earlier this week using Hornadt 53gr Superformance, i still have to go through a few more boxes to confirm a few things.

http://www.dragonape.com/AR15/11.jpg

Although i fear i currently lack the skill to constantly tighten these groups anymore. Atleast its something i can work on.

Thanks for the kind words btw. :)

Nice build man! Just finished my first one as well...such a great feeling. How do you like that rail? I'm thinking about it for my girl's gun when we build hers.

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Nice build man! Just finished my first one as well...such a great feeling. How do you like that rail? I'm thinking about it for my girl's gun when we build hers.

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Thanks.

I like the rail a lot, light and strong.

It also feel great when handling it as it does not have rails all around with the option to add the rails where you want.

Given that I only intended to add the bipod it was perfect for me.

Thanks again.

Don't sell your shooting ability short until you hit 24X magnification on target. It will reveal your errors and give you a chance to correct them. I always tailor my loads at high magnification so I know if it is me or the ammo. Then I throw on whatever optic is appropriate for use. Good Luck!

Great looking build and that barrel looks awesome.

Some random iPhone pics

http://dragonape.com/AR15/photo_1_small.jpg

http://dragonape.com/AR15/photo_2_small.jpg

http://dragonape.com/AR15/photo_3_small.jpg

nasty! thanks for sharing.