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Thread: Evolving Cost Of Owning An AR

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    Quote Originally Posted by The_War_Wagon View Post
    On THIS website? 5% And that's probably because they already have at least one OTHER rifle outfitted to taste.

    AR ownership is a big boy endeavor, and not for the faint of wallet..
    I really have trouble leaving a rifle stock... next one i get i am going to honestly try to leave it in the stock config with the carry handle but there are so many after market products that really do improve the rifle's capabilities (triggers, optics, ect) that it is hard to want to at least try some of the new stuff that is always coming out. Ammo is so damn expensive now for 5.56 that i have really been running my SGL31-61 (545) almost exclusively. $550 for 1k of 556 vs $570 for 3k of 545.

    Also my AR builds typically run 4-6k while my AK builds run about 2k (or less since AKs are much easier to leave in the stock config). I have really started using my ARs when i want to shoot 400m+ and I usually use my AKs at the 200m range.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Abraham View Post
    What percentage of AR rifle buyers (not builders) would you guess simply leave the rifle stock?.... the more I read about AR's, the more I think the cost of ownership is going to skyrocket.... If this is the case, perhaps I ought to pass as I'm likely to get addicted to customizing as the next guy...
    I would guess a significant number of AR owners leave them stock. Many of these people may add some type of optic, but this is common across many platforms. I would suggest that the statistics aren't important here, what matters is what you will do. Reading your initial post it sounds like there is a significant chance you will customize an AR if you purchase one. You already have one foot on the slippery slope; you are aware of the options and already considering them.... I'd go for it. Unlike money spent on many other hobbies, carefully selected firearms and accessories hold their value pretty well. Just ask my wife, she'll tell you!

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    Quote Originally Posted by The_War_Wagon View Post
    On THIS website? 5% And that's probably because they already have at least one OTHER rifle outfitted to taste.

    AR ownership is a big boy endeavor, and not for the faint of wallet..
    Seems like most modifications come about because of the multiple "what if" discussions on various boards that deal with scenarios that might apply to 5% of shooters or have a 5% chance of happening to any given civilian shooter. These discussions tend to be the most fun, most contentious, and most expensive.
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    Quote Originally Posted by caporider View Post
    Seems like most modifications come about because of the multiple "what if" discussions on various boards that deal with scenarios that might apply to 5% of shooters or have a 5% chance of happening to any given civilian shooter. These discussions tend to be the most fun, most contentious, and most expensive.
    I still notice that most of the 'what ifs' and contention comes from those with the least amount of knowledge on the topic......go figure.


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    If a person committed himself to never posting pictures of his rifles on this board, he would probably spend a lot less money on his rifles.

    The odds that you'll need to shoot someone... the odds that you'll do it with your AR... the odds that your optic or trigger or aftermarket controls will make a difference in this already almost impossibly unlikely scenario...

    Elitism can get pretty ridiculous, in these circles of guys with more time and money than the common man. This board boasts enthusiasm for the hobby of being as firearm-prepared as possible... that's totally cool. We're members because we find that concept interesting. Just don't let it go to your head.

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    Quote Originally Posted by The_War_Wagon View Post
    On THIS website? 5% And that's probably because they already have at least one OTHER rifle outfitted to taste.

    AR ownership is a big boy endeavor, and not for the faint of wallet..
    Other than adding optics, my SR15s are all stock.

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    If you can save weight why not save weight? The rifle you own today will be considered heavier as we move on in years. Better materials, better production methods, and more input from shooters to the industry is going to result in lighter & stronger rifles. I mean who would think that we could have all the accessories guys run today on their rifles and still have them hover at around 8 lbs with a loaded 30 rounder?

    New methods of shooting are going to be discovered or adapted to defensive shooting. With those new methods will come changes in how rifles are used as well as what accessories we use.

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    Now I own 2 Colt LE6920's.

    One I've left completely stock as it may become my wife's or a safe queen.

    My other is a Magpul in Flat Dark Earth that I couldn't resist modding, ahem, a little...with the ususal, you know: optics, Geissle trigger, QD connections, BCM Gunfighter charging handle, VTAC sling, new butt pad, and I had to have some more Pmags magazines. I haven't added up or really wanted to know the ah, evolving cost...

    As of now, I see no need for further modding additions.

    Now to find some reasonably priced ammo.

    The least expensive I've found so far is some bulk (100 rounds) Federal in 5.56 for $49.00 before Texas tax of 8.25%.

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    You can spend as much or as little as you need/want. My advice is this. Don't add or change anything on your rifle until you train with it in its current state. After you put it through its paces, decide if you need to add anything. Once you make some upgrades, don't go changing things around again until you put it through some training in its current state. I see lots of guys adding or taking away from their rifle and that's fine. But only do that after you've actually used the rifle.

    Any changes I've made to my 6920 were out necessity after training and or real life scenarios. I have quality parts and accessories but some on this board may scoff because its not the latest greatest, brightest, lightest option. It works though. I don't spend money to constantly upgrade for fun or looks. If I see a need for change then I make it.

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