Long time lurker, obviously this is my first post.
I bought my first AR in 2004, a BM XM-15 thingy. I can't say that I have buyer's remorse as I've only used it as a paper slayer at the range and I've never run it hard. As such, I've only had a couple FTE and it was due to a worn extractor spring.
It's not hard for me to admit that my BM isn't exactly 'professional grade'. I know it's not, and I've been reading a lot on here about what build processes, quality of materials, testing procedures, etc. go into making the most reliable weapon. I've taken my time and read most of the stickies here and in the technical section.
I'm at a bit of a crossroads, though. I know that I can "fix" parts of my BM and make it better than what it started out, or I can save my dough and drop it on a REAL firearm.
I understand that it would be very easy to just drop the cash on a BCM/DD/Colt/LMT and call it a day. I feel morally obligated to support my local businesses/small businesses/I think you know where I'm going with that. I'll even over pay a bit if I know that it helps put the money back into a local community. If you're still reading, here's where my question is:
What are the smaller makers that still produce a good, quality product?
Thanks for reading my rambling, and I look forward to learning as much as I can..
-Bely


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