The first AR I ever owned was one I put together from a complete LMT Defender 2000 Lower half (with gen 1 Sopmod stock), and an M&A parts P/W 14.7 upper w/stainless barrel. Though over the last 20 years, I've swapped that LMT lower half with many different uppers, it has always functioned flawlessly. The only thing that I've ever swapped out/around as far as the lower goes is the buffer itself (with heavier buffers at times depending on the upper used) - Again, it's has always performed flawlessly for me - maybe that's just luck - I don't know, but I've never had a problem with it.
There are a number of things that I like about LMT as a company:
They have consistently & repeatedly won & maintained a number of military contracts over the last couple of decades (which shows they have a lot of experience producing quality mil-spec components).
Their company reps actually seem to listen & take to heart their customer's reviews & recommendations in regards to their products &/or advertising (Website changes, civilian product offerings/parts, ect.).
Though I haven't ever had a need to speak with a customer rep in regards to a repair or deficiency, I have spoken with them a number of times either ordering parts not listed on their website (like rifle receiver extensions & A2 stocks), or asking about any upcoming product changes, and they have always been extremely helpful & receptive in regards to such things.
As well - I really like LMT's company logo - It's simple and to the point, kind of like FN in that regard, though LMT doesn't waste time, money & effort to produce a fancier version of their logo just for civilian sales as FN does (Kudos to LMT for keeping it plain & simple)
And perhaps most important of all, LMT FULLY supports the 2nd Amendment, so much so that they moved their entire operations out of IL due to that state's retardation regarding 2A concepts.
Overall, I would say that your friend would not likely find much better than LMT's products, and could most certainly do far worse looking elsewhere, but that's just my thoughts on the matter. Hope you find it useful.
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