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    Need some advice on a new AR

    First post here so take it easy on me! I'm a newbie to the AR platform. I've always wanted one and a new coyote hunting hobby has given me the itch to finally buy one. Hunting and long range target shooting will be my primary use. I have no delusions that my life will ever depend on this rifle but I still want a quality rifle that is "built right" because I don't like the idea of buying anything where corners are cut. Accuracy, reliability, and a nice trigger are 3 things I know will be important to me. I'd also like it to be light weight and balance well. I'll be mounting a quality scope, bipod, and possibly a flashlight for night hunting. I've been looking on the internet at brands like BCM, Larue, DD, LMT, Colt, Etc..... I don't know enough about them to determine which rifle is going to suit my needs and offer the best bang for the buck. Ideally I'd like to spend as little as possible to get a quality gun that will shoot sub MOA and be "built right". Can you help point me in the right direction.

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    All brands you listed are top notch, the Larue will be $ though....For whacking yotes, I'd take a hard look at a 18 inch BCM build.

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    I would recommend getting a Blemished BCM lower and then get a 16" BCM Stainless Steel barrel with a 13" or 15" BCM KMR handguard. Then upgrade the trigger to a Geissele SSA or better yet an SSA-E and add in the other goodies you mentioned and you'll be all set.

    From a reliability, value, and flexibility standpoint you can't go wrong with this setup. This is a rifle you could hunt with as well as fight with.

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    You'll probably want to look at a longer barrel for improved velocity for flatter trajectory and further terminal performance range, along with a free float rail to aid in accuracy as well as a flat top upper to mount a scope. I'd also suggest looking at an 18" barrel minimum based on long range shooting desire (for reasons mentioned above) and of the companies you've listed, they all (except maybe Colt) make quality ARs with those features. I'd also suggest going with a rifle length gas system.

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    I would second both diving dave and n517rv post. I think the following option would also meet your needs for a little under $1200 if you can ease back your accuracy requirement slightly.

    http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-S...w-kmr-a-13.htm
    $598 or $670 with BCG and Charging handle

    Combined with the BCM lower with new trigger $380
    http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin...on&key=LWR-BCM

    Plus add a set of magpul BUS ($90) magpul STR stock $75 and you have a very good all round rifle for $1200.

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    One other thing I should mention is I don't really care for some of the AR stocks with a lot of slop in them. Seems most the magpul stocks I've handled rattled around a lot. I handled a Daniel Defense and that one seemed to be a nice tight fit and no slop. How are some of the other manufactures in this area.

    Also are any of these brands going to be better on average as far as accuracy? I really like that Larue offers a sub MOA guarantee but then again it looks like you pay for it. It also looks like it's harder to find a deal on a Larue.

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    Also what is the difference between BCM Lightweight and BCM Enhanced Lightweight?

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    Quote Originally Posted by BigGameBalls View Post
    Also what is the difference between BCM Lightweight and BCM Enhanced Lightweight?
    Barrel profile and weight. I'd personally go with the BFH Enhanced Light Weight barrel.

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    Quote Originally Posted by skijunkie55 View Post
    Barrel profile and weight. I'd personally go with the BFH Enhanced Light Weight barrel.


    How is the enhanced better?

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    Quote Originally Posted by BigGameBalls View Post
    Also what is the difference between BCM Lightweight and BCM Enhanced Lightweight?
    From BCM website:

    BCM Exclusive Design

    Continuous taper designed for optimal weight, balance, and performance on a semi-automatic carbine.

    Heavier profile toward the rear near chamber area.

    Thinner tapered profile out front.

    No sharp handguard cap shoulder for improved barrel harmonics.
    Approximate Weight: 1lb 5oz.

    Please note for gas block selection, barrel journal measures .625"

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