Originally Posted by
fordemti
Honestly sir, there is a lot of info here. I'm trying to read as much as I can while riding on an ambulance everyday. Hard to read on my phone! LOL. I just figured since the last two non SBR AR's I built were built using Model1 parts that they'd be fine to use again for this. I had absolutely zero problems with the two M4 style rifles with full 16 inch barrels I built before. I believe in buying stuff that works. But I also believe EMS don't make squat for a paycheck. So I'm trying to stay in budget. When I can buy an entire parts kit for 550 versus just an upper for 600, I have a hard time swallowing it. Like I said, I'm not military nor do I plan to use this gun for protection or self defense. Ultimate reliability is not a requirement. If I need something for defense, it'll be pistol caliber. NOT popping off 5.56 rounds in my house. I need my ear drums! I'll look into some other upper assemblies. I just want a fun rifle to take to the range occasionally and have some fun. The MP5 is my go to weapon for anything defense wise.