What is a good "1st" AR around $850
I have a buddy that want to buy his first AR. I am well aware of the good stuff but those are a little beyond what he wants to spend. This will really only be a range gun because a shotgun is best for things that go bump in the night anyways...what would be the available options in his price range of $850? I was thinking maybe CMMG or ADS. All input is welcome. Thanks!:D
CDD is a sponser on the sight
i contacted CDD through this sight about some uppers and other parts.
if you contact Mike directly i'll bet you can cook up a deal. check out the member sales fourm--he has a spot up there for blemished CDD lowers--
last time i looked mike had a CDD lower complete for $230 shipped--
add in a complete cdd d4m-le upper and your good to go.
i recently used a cdd d4m-le upper in my last build --although with a LMT bcg.
the damned thing is digesting all my hard to run wolf and mill surp ammo without a cough or hiccup.
if you get a CDD--mile will see to it that your happy camper with it.
Just some well seasoned advice
A gunsmith that works at the range I visit explained the following:
A. All the money people spend on "tricked-out ARs is mostly a waste."
B. The AR system is really quite simple and the more complex you make it, the more breaking points.
C. They have several Bushmaster A2 & A3 16" ARs
D. He showed me one that they lost count of rounds 2 years ago(at ~30k) and looks soot and used; moreover, they only clean it when it stops working (they are short on help)!
This gun still shots good and is reasonably accurate as are all of their Bushmasters. What else do you want? This gun has been through hell and still is a good shooter. Save your money and buy a Bushmaster-our Police department swears by them.
IMHO all these fancy fix-ups are just a $ gimmick. KISS.
Do what you want, but my $ is on Bushmaster (great customer service, etc). No, I do not work for Bushy, I am a Scientist (I experiment with all things).
Good shooting and please vote for McCain or we are screwed!!
Before you buy, please read this thread-very knowledgeable group