It's really your preferrence. I built my own lower so that I can have the parts that I wanted. As for the upper, I was lucky enough to find one with the parts altogether.
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It's really your preferrence. I built my own lower so that I can have the parts that I wanted. As for the upper, I was lucky enough to find one with the parts altogether.
Nice shooter PA. I went with the Daniel Defense XVM, same rifle without all the upgrades. I wanted to start simple and customize as I go. Extremely happy with fit, finish and firing!
OP, if you love learning about how things work and making them do so, an option could be a high quality basic complete. Buy it and you can start shooting it and learn about it as you go. A thorough cleaning session will teach you how all the parts align and work together. They are big boy tinker toys aafter all. Just a suggestion.
The research, or thrill of the hunt, is all part of the enjoyment.
It's always a good idea to check the equipment exchange on this site. Bitchin' deals to be had there.
I like to build mine personally. BUT there are too many good deals out there right now. Unless you want something specific that no one is offering as a regular build then I would buy complete for now. Buy the tools and tear it apart to learn how it should be built.
"We prepare, so we don't end up at the superdome"- unknown
"IMHO, if you wanted to shoot crap ammo, you should have bought a crap upper. It makes baby Jesus cry when he sees crap ammo put through a nice upper."- C4IGrant
Keep searching for deals.
I was going to build, then found a brand new Daniel Defense XV (complete rifle) for $850. Dont get no better than that.
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BUILD IT!!!
I bought my first AR before I knew much about them. My second one I am building from the ground up. I know if I buy the upper it will be a few bucks cheaper, but honestly, I want to learn.
With all the help and knowledge available to you on this forum there is little reason for me and perhaps even not to attempt it.
I already have the tools, most bought to work on the current AR, some I already had to work on cars.
For me the decision to build was simple. I bought the first AR and grew to know what I liked and did not like, so I was able to buy the parts I knew I wanted. I started buying the parts in December, and am about half way done.
I would sugest reading up on what people like and dont like, what works and what does not work, use this awesome resource and make your own mind up on what you want in your rifle. If it is available in a factory built gun, buy it. If its not, or you simply want to learn more, build it.
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Last edited by Alex V; 04-27-10 at 09:22.
For first time ... I suggest buying a complete rifle. Play with it a while and figure out what you like/want/need. Once you have a good idea what direction you want to go ... build one.
Ask yourself:
Do I usually like things customized to my preferences, or does that typically not matter to me?
And:
Will I change my mind once I see all the cool toys in the pic threads?
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