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    Quote Originally Posted by 120mm View Post
    I don't see anyone distinguishing the difference in quality between PSA and DPMS LPKs. You CAN however, tell the difference between PSA and DPMS BCGs. For one, the PSA one is assembled correctly. And it uses correct testing on the bolt, including shot-peening, which relieves metal stress, which adds to longevity.
    UNDERWHERE stated a few post back that the PSA LPK was better than the DPMS LPK. If so i just wanted to know how and why? Can you tell a difference in metals used? Or is the forming of parts different? I was just wondering.

    I guess a better question would be what make a good LPK good and why. I am not trying to shit on PSA. I have bought several items from them recently. And have no problem with them what so ever. Just wish they would quit having sales and good deals; my wallet can not take much more.
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    Quote Originally Posted by NC_DAVE View Post
    UNDERWHERE stated a few post back that the PSA LPK was better than the DPMS LPK. If so i just wanted to know how and why? Can you tell a difference in metals used? Or is the forming of parts different? I was just wondering.
    In many cases yes you can see a difference in the fit and final finish of the parts. Really cheap lower parts look and feel cheap and are often a challenge when it comes to getting them to fit.

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    Quote Originally Posted by wahoo95 View Post
    In many cases yes you can see a difference in the fit and final finish of the parts. Really cheap lower parts look and feel cheap and are often a challenge when it comes to getting them to fit.
    Instead of feeling like metal a cheap one will feel more like plastic. Is that what you mean.

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    I've never tried any of their stuff, but they are having a sale for Labor day, their stripped lowers are $49.95 each. I ordered two, just for giggles.

    At that price, I don't expect them to be up to the level that LMT or DD would be, but I just couldn't turn down that price.

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    Quote Originally Posted by urbanamish View Post
    I've never tried any of their stuff, but they are having a sale for Labor day, their stripped lowers are $49.95 each. I ordered two, just for giggles.

    At that price, I don't expect them to be up to the level that LMT or DD would be, but I just couldn't turn down that price.
    As far as the lower, I have been under the impression that it really is not that big of deal who makes it. That is as long as all the holes and places for springs are made to the correct size. I read a post a while ago where some poor bastard got a tax stamp on a DMPS lower and the holes for the takedown pins where the wrong size. From What I have read and heard there are only four different company's that make the stripped lowers and other businesses just pay to have their logo put on it.

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    Please list the 4 companies. Just trying to learn something.
    Go in peace, but be prepared for violence.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DWood View Post
    Please list the 4 companies. Just trying to learn something.
    Read the stickys at the top of this forum.

    This one is relevant.

    http://m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=3074

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    The lowers are nice, they have a flared magwell and all the holes were gtg.
    Their rollmark is nice also imo.

    I would never pay over $100 for a lower when I can get these for $80(plus $20 Transfer) when not on sale.

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    Quote Originally Posted by lovetashoot View Post
    Two employees have "mispoken" to me twice about the same issue. The first time, I very clearly said "you MAKE all parts here." And he replied AFFIRMATIVE. The second time, as I stated, I was told the SAME thing. I offered them the spring winding machine as bait and this was when the correct story emerged. My intent is not to bash PSA, I have purchased a lower, and a pile of ammo from them and have been happy.

    However, the guys there need to understand 1) what they actually do with respect to manufacturing/assembling LPK parts and their other wares & 2) how to correctly communicate answers to customers’ questions. Else, I assume you have no idea what you are doing-or-you are deliberately giving me false information.
    And I'm inclined to agree with you sir on your 2 points.

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    I also have a PSA lpk, striped lower, and premium BCG..Its part of a build using BCM, Troy, Battle Comp, and Magpul...They have been fairly good so far (1200 rds)..I have also bought a good amount of ammo from them I think they are on par with most good companys on service, Now the test of time is what will tell us if their parts are as well

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