I’m now a BelievAR.

ExAgoradzo · Oct 8, 2018

Got my first AR.

Was never planning to buy one. A deal came to hand. A trade a was made. (Transferred legally of course, this is CA after all and big brother is watching!) And I’m going to a Frontsight course this week...so SW M&P Sport came into my possession. A DNZ mount, Nikon scope, 5 magazines, and now I’m in business.

Wasn’t sure what to expect. Sighted in to 25 then 50 then 75. Then while I waited for the cease fire I decided, what would happen if I shot at the 110 plate? Ring! Um, what about 151? Ring! Wow, out to the 300. Not the First time, but then reliably. Used the rest of the garbage wolf ammo...still accurate enough to take care of business. Used the next step up cheap ammo...still did it. Off hand was easy at the 151. Hit the 20? a couple of times. Not reliably off hand...

Cheap. Nothing special. Bang, job done. Very happy.

Oh yeah, got my 270 sighted in as well. The 110 off hand was easy. The 151 I didn’t hit it enough to call myself reliable. Hope this weekend we learn a sling technique.

My buddy got his two guns ready to rock and roll this weekend...

Thanks for reading...

Greg

MTMilitiaman · Oct 8, 2018

There's a reason the AR is America's rifle; lightweight, accurate, easy to shoot well, and adaptable to a wide range of tasks, the AR is fun and gets the job done, whether it is hunting, competition, or defense. I too am a convert. My Colt 6960 is among my favorite possessions. Welcome to the club.

Riomouse911 · Oct 8, 2018

I had one I liked so much it turned into 8. Each one is different, but the guts remain pretty much the same.

Have fun at frontsight!

Stay safe!

303 hunter · Oct 8, 2018

I now have 7, each set up for a different purpose. They are VERY ADDICTING!!

Tommygunn · Oct 8, 2018

Having five AR-15s and a LR-308 I am dismayed at how many of you have multiple ARs. It gives me no hope that I will ever be cured of this horrible affliction that's befallen me.

FL-NC · Oct 8, 2018

The AR is hard to beat. The most powerful militaries on the planet use them world-wide.

tark · Oct 8, 2018

I've been told that if you lock two ARs in a safe together they will multiply on their own

NIGHTLORD40K · Oct 8, 2018

Got my first two years ago, now up to 3.....

horsemen61 · Oct 8, 2018

Legos for adults

ExAgoradzo · Oct 8, 2018

Not planning a collection.

However, my buddies has a co-witnessing Red Dot. WHAT!!! Gotta do that. So a longer barreled upperfor my scope and a red dot for the 16”. A front flip up and we’re in business.

Then of course...

ontarget · Oct 8, 2018

Oh boy, you sound pretty excited. Better lock up your wallet, black Friday is coming and I'm sure PSA will be dang near giving away the kits. Better pick up a few spare lowers " just in case".

Charlie98 · Oct 8, 2018

The AR is a fun gun to shoot, it's easy to shoot, and easy to shoot well. What's not to like...?

TIMC · Oct 8, 2018

AR’s are like potato chips, can’t stop at one!

someguy2800 · Oct 8, 2018

I never liked them, I did not like the operating system. After finally building one a couple years ago I came to realize It’s easy to criticize them but really hard to find anything better. The modularity, handling, accuracy, and cost is unbeatable for a semi auto rifle. I don’t understand why people always say they are complex and hard to maintain. They are dead simple.

Hokie_PhD · Oct 8, 2018

Welcome to the cult um I mean club. No I don’t I mean cult.

As others have said, ARs are addictive and multiply. So enjoy it and go forth and spread the gospel of Stoner! Please share your new love by getting friends to come out and shoot with you, and see why we love ARs so much.

Now don’t forget there are 22LRs for practice. 300 Blackouts, 6.5 Grendel’s and all sorts of other choices.

And don’t forget you have to get some stripped lowers to put your own together.

ilgac · Oct 8, 2018

I’ve always liked the AR platform, ever since the first time at the range in basic training at Fort Ord, CA in March 1973.

I currently have ten.

1 DPMS 24”
1 Bushmaster 20”
1 Bushmaster 16”
1 RRA 16”
2 PSA 16”
1 Aero 16”
1 Anderson 16”
1 Aero 8”
1 PSA 10.5”

All are 5.56/.223 except the Aero 16” which is chambered in .300 BLK.

GunnyUSMC · Oct 8, 2018

I have one new one,

and maybe a few others.

And no, I don’t have a problem as long as I don’t run out of parts.

Living in CA. You don’t have the freedom as others but you can still upgrade and stay compliant with your state laws.
The biggest improvement you can make is by installing a new fire control group. The AGL A.C.T is one of the best deals for the money.
https://www.primaryarms.com/alg-defense-combat-trigger-act-05-199
Enjoy and have fun.

boom boom · Oct 8, 2018

Never get into building them--once you buy the tools then the AR builds will come. And come and the twitch will get especially bad around holiday sales online. My recommendation is to go somewhere without access to the outside world during those times--like the South Pole.

ColoradoMinuteMan · Oct 8, 2018

Gunny, you have a new one every week. I want to die and come back to life as you.

GunnyUSMC · Oct 8, 2018

ColoradoMinuteMan said:
Gunny, you have a new one every week. I want to die and come back to life as you.

That’s funny. :rofl:

Armored farmer · Oct 8, 2018

My story is similar to yours.
My first AR was a Ruger SR556.
I have built three more.

Tallbald · Oct 8, 2018

I'll chime in here. Built my first AR as a pistol kit. PSA. I too am loving mine. Need a brass catcher though. Planning a .300 Blackout this fall on an extra Aero M4E1 lower. Took three guns to the range today, but only shot the little AR. So many choices so little time. SO very happy for you. I dance the happy dance too. Don.

Mn Fats · Oct 8, 2018

I've been thinking about taking advantage of the AR price drop for a couple years now.

Reading the word "BelievAR" will keep me at bay from buying one for a couple more years.

Fine Figure of a Man · Oct 8, 2018

Mn Fats said:
I've been thinking about taking advantage of the AR price drop for a couple years now.

Reading the word "BelievAR" will keep me at bay from buying one for a couple more years.

The High Road saved you some money today Fats!

luzyfuerza · Oct 9, 2018

If you have the tools, then you can get part of your fix by building ARs for friends.

My gateway to this path came through a friend who is a DEA agent. I had no use for ARs...whimpy round, ugly black things, everybody's got one. He brought his to the range one day and encouraged me to shoot it. I realized that ARs have great ergonomics and are fun to use! I was hooked.

I've invited many more to accept our infection since then. There's sick pleasure in helping another become an addict, just like me.

I’m now a BelievAR.

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