Recent content by grandviewranch

Zombie thread! I figured I should post a couple of pictures of the setup I ended up putting together. All told, besides the scope and sling I already owned, it ended up costing me around $800. It shoots and cycles well, and I'm very happy with it. The RRA upper's barrel is quite heavy, but I can...

Okay - so the Rock River Arms Predator Pursuit upper with a 20 inch barrel (thought I'd give Google a chance to index this) weighs in at 5 lbs, 11 oz. I should have the lower and scope mount some time next week.

I changed my order to a lower with an A2 stock. From what I've read, it gives better cheek weld, stability (zero wobble), and balance. Ended up going with Eb1's suggestion. The rifle should be coming together as a whole sometime next week (I already have the upper and a magazine).

I've ordered the TMS mount. It should be here by next Tuesday!

Good to hear. I think I'll buy one. $28 for a solid starter scope mount sounds good to me!

HJ857 - No problem. It should be arriving in the next day or two, and I'd be happy to weigh it and let you know. Thanks for the posts, everyone. I've decided to go with the fixed stock for its good cheek weld, more substantial weight, and lack of wobble.

I'm putting together my first AR15 (a varmint rig), and I'd like to find a quality scope mount for $50 or less. Risers absolutely do not appeal to me (I just find them dorky-looking - why add a rail to an already functioning rail?), so I'm on the market for either extra high scope rings or a...

Sounds like I'd better go with the A2. The MOE seems cool, but it won't be practical for a varmint gun. Thanks for the advice, everyone.

I recently purchased a 20" RRA Predator Pursuit upper to set up my first AR as a varmint/predator rifle. I'm trying to decide between a Magpul MOE collapsible stock or a fixed A2 stock. The site I'm pretty much set on buying from (karrisguns.com) has both of these stocks available on fully...

Ooh I'm having last-minute doubts... I'm not sure if the MOE will balance the rifle correctly. I might change my order to a fixed stock if I can. If not, I'll just see how it works out. The A2's have aftermarket weights available, counteracting long/heavy barrels. The collapsibles are handy...

I saw it, but the MOE stock plus sling swivel plate sold me. It's $60 of upgrades for $30 more. Do you know how long it takes for Karri's to ship? My FFL's been in for two days and so far, no communication as far as shipping. I hope it's not one of those multiple-day (or even -week) processing...

After a couple of days of browsing, I ordered this. It's an Aero Precision-made, Surplus Ammo & Arms-marked complete lower receiver with a Magpul MOE stock and ambidextrous sling back plate included for $200, shipped (Props to Eb1 for the link to this site). It sounded like a great deal, so I...

Okay. Thanks again, Eb1! By the way, that's a nice rifle. Good looking setup. Mshootnit - my thoughts exactly, but mostly based on preference. I don't think the anti-gun lobby is nearly as potent as they were leading up to the AW ban, and hopefully they never will be again. With so much...

So you think I should go with a fixed stock? I just kind of like the idea of the collapsible stock better... I know there are some slight wobble issues with the base M4 stock, though.

Oh this is beautiful, Eb1. Great reviews and a great price! I'm leaning toward an M4-style stock and the versatility it provides in possibly changing to a Magpul (or other aftermarket manufacturer's) stock, so I think I'll go with the M4-stocked cousin of what you posted. Nevertheless, thanks...