Welcome. From your reading, I'm sure you've gathered that there is no bull shit here. People will tell you how things are and it may be a humbling experience. Some responses may seem coarse, but almost everyone is out to help you.
I commend you on seeking out training. Which AR's have you used in classes? Real world use is the best way to determine what gear works for you and what doesn't. Classes also illustrate that there is a difference between brands.
Originally Posted by
Washington
Anyway, onto business. I have quite a collection of AR-15/M4 rifles that I have amassed over the years. I have taken about a dozen tactical operator classes from a local training agency. I've become fairly confident in my ability to shoot a plethora of rifles under most conditions (other than of course being shot at lol).
Preparedness is a good thing. It doesn't take much reading here before one sees which brands are held in high esteem. Colt, BCM, Daniel Defense, Noveske, etc. Any parts from any of the reputable manufacturers are fully compatible with each other. As far as setup I would suggest a 16" barrel with a midlength gas system and a fixed FSB.
Its a common misconception that you need to spend lots of cash for a quality rifle. The base models of most of the above brands can be had for around $1000. The rest of your money is best spent on an optic, magazines and lots of ammo.
What do you consider heavy amounts of ammo? Remember, the M16/M4 is not an MG.
Originally Posted by
Washington
It is my nature to always be prepared, and in the event of a SHTF scenario such as: financial meltdown resulting in mass riots/looting, foreign military invasion, or even armed domestic insurrection I need to know some things.
1. What AR15/M4 platform/brand/model would be the most durable, reliable, and trustworthy in times of absolute life and death. I have quite a large budget, so money is no option. Considerations here include ability to sustain heavy amounts of ammunition being thrown downrange without MINIMIZED chance of major mechanical malfunction or damage, as well as being practical for part interchangeability in case of the need to scavenge (HK416 is out of the question for this reason).
Definitely a spare bolt. As funds allow my spare parts kit is going to consist of an entire LPK, bolt, and bolt rebuild kit. *Note: Spare parts tend to turn into complete rifles
Depending how mechanically inclined you are, if you ever start tinkering with AR's, some specialty tools may be in order as well.
https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=7463
Ditch the crappy optics. Look into Aimpoint and EOtech for a quality RDS.
Originally Posted by
Washington
2. What part(s) would you recommend to have on hand besides the usual cleaning tools, extra magazines/ammo, mag lula, and various optics? I currently have 2 Bushnell trophy red dots, and a cheapo holographic that I don't much care for. Any other suggestions for extra equipment to have? (Different optics, bolts, firing pins, etc)
While I can't recommend any other 7.62 rifle I would not recommend an AK. FWIW Arsenal Inc. is known for putting together the "best" AK's. What it comes down to is lack of part standardization and parts of questionable origin. Feel free to ask me for more info on this subject.
Originally Posted by
Washington
3. Should I decide to keep a 7.62x39 on hand for ammo scavenging purposes, what would be the MOST reliable and user-friendly rifle of this type? I am new to the AK platform, so I will need good suggestions here. Furthermore, what parts/accessories for this would be advantageous?
I would avoid this personally. It looks good on paper but Stag's track record says otherwise. Use the orange search button at the top of the page.
Originally Posted by
Washington
Lastly, I was considering buying a Stag Arms ST2T Plus Package and mounting an EOTECH 512 on top to co-witness the midwest rear flip sight w/ standard front post. Is this a good rifle for the purposes I illustrated above? Furthermore will the EOTECH 512 cowitness the stock sights properly?
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