Noob Alert! Just bought my first AR! Looking for advice...

[WilliamG]

Hey all,

Quick background. I think I'm insane. Brought up in London (where you get arrested for even DREAMING about guns), moved to the USA a few years ago, discovered guns in January, 2011, and since February 1, 2011, I've bought the following:

1.) S&W 686 Pro SSR
2.) S&W M&P 9mm Pro
3.) Remington 870
4.) Browning Buck Mark Camper URX
5.) Kahr PM9
6.) S&W M&P 15-22
7.) CZ-75 Shadow Custom

And...

...just bought my number 8! My first AR, Friday, April 1!: A new Knight's Armament SR-15 E3. I'm sure many of you will just at me because, seriously, probably more of a rifle than I'll ever need.... But I held it once and no other rifle compared....

Anyway, brought it home a few hours ago and added a Hogue grip, Magpul AFG and an Eotech EXPS0-3 that I'd ordered from Midway.

Of course, I've not shot it yet. I intend to take it apart and give it some sweet lube-lovin' first...

Was wondering if there's any MAJOR points I should know. My only other rifle is a S&W M&P 15-22, so this feels similar... yet... different!

Thanks, guys, and sorry if some of you think I'm nuts. I already know I am.

[seronian]

guys here told me to shoot,clean,lube...

and buy lots of ammo.

congrats

[ZRH]

There's nothing crazy about having a hobby.

Recommended reading is: FM 3-22.9, TM 9-1005-319-10 (you can find them on google) and the stickies in these forums.

[wetidlerjr]

Hey all... discovered guns in January, 2011, and since February 1, 2011, I've bought the following:
1.) S&W 686 Pro SSR
2.) S&W M&P 9mm Pro
3.) Remington 870
4.) Browning Buck Mark Camper URX
5.) S&W Bodyguard .380
6.) S&W M&P 15-22...
Thanks, guys, and sorry if some of you think I'm nuts. I already know I am.

Sounds like you are the right track. Just stay on it.
Welcome to the EBR world !

[Quentin]

Wow you've built up an amazing collection in just three months, William! Enjoy them all, especially the KAC. Since you're new to firearms, definitely get some training right away, at least safety training.

[Packman73]

Welcome to the obsession.

[FSTRN]

guys here told me to shoot,clean,lube...

and buy lots of ammo.

Repeat, ad lib!

[MookNW]

I'd get a good safe. Welcome to the club.

[kac]

Congratulations and welcome. I would second the advice on training. Having an experienced trainer look at what you're doing and mold you in the proper way is something you could never get the equivalent of pottering around a range by yourself.

[Magic_Salad0892]

Buy ammo. Get Class. Shoot gun. Lube gun. Shoot gun. Shoot gun. Reload. Repeat.