Ranger Roberts
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So for the last few months I've been tossing around the idea of building an AR. I have several but I'd really like one that I have built myself (maybe it's the challenge that I'm looking for). I'm not on any type of timeline for this project, in fact I wasn't planning on starting it until the spring but because of the recent unfortunate events, I'm thinking about bumping my timeline up.
I have a ton of construction/mechanical experience. I have a pretty extensive shop at home with a nice stand alone drill press (I do not have a mill though but I can possibly use a neighbors if I needed too).
Does anyone have any experience doing this from a "1st timers" perspective? Maybe some advice from your first build? Is it something that is even possible without a mill? Again, time isn't an issue for me. If it takes an hour a night for a year I'm ok with it, it's better then watching crappy tv shows. I'm not doing this to save any $, I'm just looking for a fun project. Thanks in advance for your help! Hope everyone had a great holiday!
I have a ton of construction/mechanical experience. I have a pretty extensive shop at home with a nice stand alone drill press (I do not have a mill though but I can possibly use a neighbors if I needed too).
Does anyone have any experience doing this from a "1st timers" perspective? Maybe some advice from your first build? Is it something that is even possible without a mill? Again, time isn't an issue for me. If it takes an hour a night for a year I'm ok with it, it's better then watching crappy tv shows. I'm not doing this to save any $, I'm just looking for a fun project. Thanks in advance for your help! Hope everyone had a great holiday!