My first build: Aero/Faxon AR10

Just completed my first AR10 build, and first complete build in general. I may leave something out, but off the top of my head, parts are:

Faxon 18” heavy match barrel
JP adjustable GB
VG6 Gamma brake
Aero M5 upper and lower
Aero enhanced 12” Gen2 keymod Handguard (thought I had selected MLok, but oh well, everything else I own is keymod and have never had an issue)
Aero enhanced style barrel nut
Harris swivel bipod
ToolCraft Nickel boron BCG
Radian Raptor-LT charging handle
BCM/Schmid Tool FCG
JP Silent Capture buffer assembly
BCM buffer tube assembly
Strike forward assist
CMMG dust cover
Magpul MOE grip
Magpul PRS stock
Vickers sling.

I stuck the Aimpoint on it for test firing, but plan on getting a Nikon FX1000 for it (it’s primarily going to be for hunting) and will get some backup iron sights for it as well. I’m also using an Aero bolt catch right now. After buying it, I read several reports of issues with them breaking often, so I’ll be replacing it with a DPMS bolt catch.

I have to admit, I was a bit nervous shooting my first build, especially a 308/7.62.lol Only got to put 40 rounds through it, but man was it a hell of a lot of fun. Ran flawlessly after one adjustment to the gas block (I had forgot to open it up). Very little felt recoil, which I was actually expecting it to have some kick. This very well may end up becoming one of my favorite rifles. Obviously it’s a bit heavy, but definitely manageable, especially for hunting.

Overall cost not including the Aimpoint was right around $1,850 (shipping, tax, and FFL fee included). Not the cheapest rifle I own lol, but I only plan on owning one “long range” rifle due to the mountainous/hilly terrain where I live, so I wanted something nice and reliable.

https://i.imgur.com/Xj0AnKr.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/cpbIgO9.jpg

Looks good.

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If you bang out some groups let us know how it does.

You built it means you'll probably love it.

Yo Monkeydo >>>-------> Sweet JOB with Your AR10!:cool:

Plus 1, with 6933 on GROUPS!..:dirol:..?

pEACE

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Originally Posted by 6933

If you bang out some groups let us know how it does.

You built it means you'll probably love it.

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Please do, I’ve been curious about that barrel. I’m a barrel snob but for some reason I’m tempted to try that barrel.

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Originally Posted by Monkeydo

Just completed my first AR10 build, and first complete build in general. I may leave something out, but off the top of my head, parts are:

Faxon 18” heavy match barrel
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@Monkeydo

Being that it's a Faxon AR-10 barrel, presume that's the rifle-gas barrel, just wondering, did you use an AR-15 rifle-gas tube, or an Armalite AR-10 rifle gas tube.

nice build.

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Originally Posted by rpoL98

@Monkeydo

Being that it's a Faxon AR-10 barrel, presume that's the rifle-gas barrel, just wondering, did you use an AR-15 rifle-gas tube, or an Armalite AR-10 rifle gas tube.

nice build.

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Thanks man! Yes, rifle length gas system with a standard rifle length gas tube.

Sorry I haven’t responded to the other comments. I’ve been busy with work and getting the house ready for our second daughter who graced us with her presence on the 17th:) I’ve also been on a 14.5” Socom kick lately lol I’ll post my two recent builds once I get a little more time this week.

I’ve shot quite a bit of bulk Aguila 7.62 through it, but haven’t had a chance to see how well it can group with decent ammo. I was getting around 2.5 with the Aguila. Nothing to write home about, but I wasn’t shooting fully supported, so could probably do better. Since then, it’s also gotten the Geissele National Match trigger and the Primary Arms 3-18x50mm FFP ACSS-HUD-DMR-308 scope. Here’s some recent photos.

https://i.imgur.com/LyiHe4L.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/SeowxUA.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/dQodoRs.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/dIsG5ov.jpg