The first step.

[Sean]

I haven't been around these parts in awhile thanks to a hefty load with work and my last year of college, but I've finally saved up the money to be in the range for a AR-15 and I need some advice.

A friend of mine is looking to sell his DPMS AR-15(Similar to the AP4 PANTHER™ CARBINE) for about $700. The rifle seems to be in good condition and it's had 1000+ rounds through it. The initial plan was to build my first AR, but all the price checking I keep doing, I can't seem to price one out for any less then $1000.

So is it worth it to buy his used AR or is it possible to build one within $700-800 range? If a build is possible, which parts? Everyone on here recommended the Bravo Company Uppers, but at about $400, plus the $130 bolt carrier and charging handle, I'm already at $550 and I still need: Lower assembly, BUIS, Stock, etc...

Any help or links would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

[Submariner]

Save more money. Watch closely for good deals on the components you described. Don't forget ammo costs. Save more money.

[sinister]

700 bones is a great price. You can probably find all the components for less, but add postage and wait time and you'll find the 700 not a bad deal at all.

[Sean]

Submariner, I know saving money is always an option. The AR isn't my first rifle, I've considered ammo costs, hence why I set the price around $700-800 so the extra can be spend on ammo.

sinister, where can the components be found for less? I don't mind waiting for parts to be delivered.

[Sam]

If you're in GA, Joseph Kiser is who you want to talk to. He supplied the parts and labor for my latest upper build. You won't be disappointed in his price and service.

http://www.hunt101.com/img/441226.jpg

Kiser Munitions - FFL - Stocking Dealer
Bushmaster, RRA and Stag - uppers, lowers, barrels, parts and pieces
http://joseph.kiser.com/stuff.jpg

Joseph Kiser
joseph@kiser.com
Powder Springs, GA
678.468.8637

[Sean]

I'll have to get in touch wit him! Too bad the URL you provided no longer works, I've love to check out his stuff.

[JGault]

$700 is not too bad. You could build one for that price but it would take time.

[rmecapn]

I can buy the Stag Arms upper with ARMS 40 sights for $475 plus shipping and I can put together a RRA or Stag lower with RRA/CMT LPK and RRA or Stag stock for about $250 plus shipping. That's $725 plus shipping for a build. Not sure where you're getting over a $1000 to build unless you're wanting to add rails and a reddot right off the bat. If that DPMS has rails and an Aimpoint or EOTech on it for $700, then it's a great deal. Otherwise, it's nothing spectacular.

[Rob96]

I think I bought my DPMS AP$ two years ago NIB for $700 or $750. Has been a great carbine.