My first AR15 build - parts list

[justin_247]

I've tried to use the search on here but for some reason it's not working for me. The search feature itself doesn't work.

I use Google. Just type whatever it is you're looking for with m4carbine.net at the end of it and it'll spit out all kinds of wonderful information.

[SykoFreak]

Unless you have some special tools, you should not buy a stripped upper + barrel. You should buy a complete upper.
http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-1...urg-mid-16.htm

You can also save a little more by buying an Aero Precision stripped lower. https://surplusammo.com/index.php?ma...roducts_id=329 Do a search for "aero precision" on this forum if you're unsure.

[mchaley]

Unless you have some special tools, you should not buy a stripped upper + barrel. You should buy a complete upper.
http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-1...urg-mid-16.htm

You can also save a little more by buying an Aero Precision stripped lower. https://surplusammo.com/index.php?ma...roducts_id=329 Do a search for "aero precision" on this forum if you're unsure.

I have a friend who is a gun smith who is going to help me put it together. I'm eager to learn as much as possible when I put this together

I looked at Aero. I need to do some more searching and calculations to see what will be cheapest. Either way the Spikes Tactical is $15 more than the Aero but looks a lot better IMO.

[mchaley]

I'm trying to build the best rifle at the cheapest cost. What do you think about this list? Any suggestions?



Updated Build:
Deleted
Lower Parts Kit from G&R Tactical - $82
BCM M4 stock kit - $74.95
H-Buffer - $22.95
=$179.9

Added:
MOE Lower build kit - $149
YHM Lightweight Tactical Free Float - Carbine - $99.95
Gas blocks (2)
"F" front sight


Changed:
Handguard cap [to] round



Build Components

Definite parts (but still open to other suggestions):
Stripped lower:
Spikes Tactical stripped lower - $100.50 (shipping included)

Barrel
Daniel Defense M4 Carbine 16" Cut Rifled Barrel (1:7) - $169.99
** Chrome lined, 4150, 1:7 twist

BCM handguard cap - Round - $3
** Delete if Free Float is chosen

MOE Lower build kit - $149
**Includes Mil-Spec MOE Stock, MOE grip, MOE Trigger Guard, CMMG Lowers Parts Kit and Mil-Spec buffer tube assembly.

BCM forward assist assembly - $13.95

BCM ejection port cover assembly - $5.95

BCM AR-15 charging handle - $22.95

BCM barrel nut - $8.95
**Delete if Free Float is chosen

BCM delta ring assembly - $10.50
** Delete if Free Float is chosen

BCM gas tube (Carbine length) - $13

BCM crush washer - $2.25 (currently out of stock)

Upper:
BCM stripped upper receiver w/ M4 feed ramp - $85.95

Flash hiders:
BCM flash hider - $8

Bolt Carrier Group:
LMT Bolt Carrier Groups - Auto - $130.00




Undecided:

Sights:
Magpul MBUS REAR Back Up Iron Sight - BLACK - $55.05

Magpul MBUS FRONT Back Up Iron Sight - BLACK - $37.95
Front Sight Base F - Milspec for Flat Top Uppers - $29.95
**Would I need a gas block for the base F front sight?
****If so, would the YHM low profile gas block work or would you opt for the PRI gas block with top rail?


Gas Block (w/rail):
PRI Gas Block With Top Picatinny Rail - $64.95
YHM Low Profile Gas Block - short version - $21.95


Rails/handguards:
BCM handguards - $22.95
**Magpul MOE Enhanced Handguard ($28.49)
Free-Floating options
YHM Lightweight Tactical Free Float - Carbine $99.95
**add YHM handguard cap if chosen
**** Do I need the YHM-9484-A End Cap for YHM Free Floats 15/16" or the YHM-9484-A End Cap for YHM Free Floats 1-1/16"?



Grand total = ???

Plus shipping...

Question:
**** Do I need the YHM-9484-A End Cap for YHM Free Floats 15/16" or the YHM-9484-A End Cap for YHM Free Floats 1-1/16"?


**Would I need a gas block for the base F front sight?
****If so, would the YHM low profile gas block work or would you opt for the PRI gas block with top rail?



Notes:
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To make things cheaper, look at the Aero Precision lower/DPMS parts kit $119.99
+ Mil spec buffer tube assembly, MOE stock, grip, and trigger guard.

VS

Mil-Spec MOE Stock, MOE grip, MOE Trigger Guard, CMMG Lowers Parts Kit and Mil-Spec buffer tube assembly. - $149
Spikes Tactical - $89
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Getting rid of the delta ring ($10.50), barrel nut ($8.95), and the handguard cap ($3) would give me $22.45 + the MOE handguard ($28.49) = $50.94. For $49.01 more I could have the YHM Lightweight Tactical Free Float + $18.95 for the cap.

[Iraqgunz]

Here is my advice as a noob. Get a good lower, stock assembly and LPK. Buy a good upper, BCG and sights and slap it together. Once you have had some experience shooting it and getting used to the system then look at doing builds and playing around. You can assemble a very good carbine from part from BCM for just about 850-900.00. Or you can get a DD carbine for around the same.

Just my .002 Afghanis worth.

[mchaley]

Here is my advice as a noob. Get a good lower, stock assembly and LPK. Buy a good upper, BCG and sights and slap it together. Once you have had some experience shooting it and getting used to the system then look at doing builds and playing around. You can assemble a very good carbine from part from BCM for just about 850-900.00. Or you can get a DD carbine for around the same.

Just my .002 Afghanis worth.

That's a good point. A friend of mine is a gun smith so I figured building from the ground up would give me a good/better understanding on how things work.

Any idea where I could get a DD for $850?

List updated (here)