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Thread: I know my BM isn't a top tier rifle (rambling inside)......

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheBelly View Post
    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
    Now that I know where you are, I'll make a recommendation. Check out AR Performance in Pueblo. It is a small shop that makes ARs and is very active in the 6.8SPC community. They also have 5.56/.223 as well as other caliber ARs. My last 2 6.8SPC AR uppers have been built by Harrison, who is the main guy there.

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    I'm at a cross roads:

    I need my new gun pretty quick. LGS has several flavors around the $1k mark. Good companies/manufacturers.

    Several piston guns are included in their inventory..... I know that the piston/DI debate can be pretty heated, so I won't open those flood gates here.

    AR Performance is an awesome company; I own one of their 6.8 uppers and use it as a light deer/big varminter rifle. Their lead time for what I'd like is a little bit longer than I need right now, strictly based on what their internet site states. I haven't been able to get a hold of them via phone yet, so that may change.

    That's where I'm at, sorry to resurrect this thread from the depths...

    -Belly

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    OK, now that everyone has been waiting for me to resurrect this thread yet again, here's what I decided:

    Daniel Defense DDM4v1.

    It has all the wonderful little details that I was looking for. Hopefully it provides all the wonderful comforts that my Bushy was not able to provide.

    The decision was difficult and yet easy at the same time, and I'm very happy with my choice.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheBelly View Post
    OK, now that everyone has been waiting for me to resurrect this thread yet again, here's what I decided:

    Daniel Defense DDM4v1.

    It has all the wonderful little details that I was looking for. Hopefully it provides all the wonderful comforts that my Bushy was not able to provide.

    The decision was difficult and yet easy at the same time, and I'm very happy with my choice.
    That wasn't so hard now was it? You now have a quality rifle and a backup if you choose to keep it. With two ARs,you can now put both of them to the test and actually find out firsthand which one lives up to your expectations. Excellent decision.

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    I ended up selling the BM to help fund the new blaster. I'd like to say that I got a good deal....

    Now, I just need to start shooting, and more shooting...

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