Ymmv, but I chose a Colt 6920 which was sent directly to SAW for their reliability package. Added an Aimpoint CompM4, Troy BUIS and LaRue Aimpoint QD mount.
AR15 deficiencies
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AR 15 quandry
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im a big fan of anything gas piston. robinson arms , dpms, and a couple of others make them. Bushmaster has a bbl testing process that is far superior to all others, plus they just dont randomly test bbls, they test every one with the same 3 tests.
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+1 on the DPMS. They put out a very good product. Like Zak said, chrome is not a necessity. If I had a full auto gun, then I would go chrome lined, but for semi auto, nah. I had a DPMS Classic, a DPMS M4'gery and still have another M4'gery. All 3 were/are good to go. Stone cold reliable and dead nuts accurate. I am going to buch the trend here and suggest you get the carry handle. It is important to master the iron sights first. I have read of guys in the service that do great with their Aimpoints but terrible with the irons. Ask youself what the carbine is for. My DPMS M4 is pretty simple. I have a 4 railed handguard, vertical fore grip, mounted white light and IRON SIGHTS. I don't see myself doing close in CQB, and if TSHTF, I would imagine my engagement distances would be out to 50 yds, with 100 yd max. For me the ACOG's, Aimpoints, and EOTECHS are just too much for what my gun is used for. I may however add a Leupold or Weaver 1x-4x shotgun scope to it.
It wasn't all that long ago that I was a newbie to AR's myself, so I had a lot of the same questions you do. Here's my two cents worth. Just some things to consider.
Don't be so anxious, or so thrifty, that you get a system you may regret a little later on. Instead of making compromises to save a hundred bucks or two, take cold showers and keep feeding the piggybank a few more weeks or months.
I wouldn't suggest building from a kit as a newbie. Maybe later on, if that appeals to you.
I won't knock any particular brand, since I don't have experience with others, but I have been very happy with my Bushmaster. I've not heard complaints about their customer service, although I have not had any issues to bring to them myself. Chrome lined barrels are standard with Bushies. And Colt, of course, has a good rep, but more cost.
Again, this is me. I would much prefer to get my complete rifle from the same company instead of mixing uppers and lowers, unless there is some combination you can't get any other way. Others couldn't care less about this. That's fine.
16 inch barrel. A good compromise length and a good one to start with. My strong opinion is that if you get a 16, make sure you get a true 16 in. barrel and not a shorter one with the permanent muzzle brake attached to bring it to the legal length. Later, if you decide you want a longer barrel, you can swap out for a couple hundo or even get a complete upper for quick switching back and forth.
Barrel profile. Up to you. Heavy, super light, M4 profile. I have the M4 which some think looks cool, and it's mid-weight compared to the others. If I had it to do over again, I would have gotten a fluted heavy barrel from Bushmaster for an extra 50 bucks. But, that's just me.
Chrome. Up to you. Me, I like the idea of a little more durability and ease of cleaning over a little more inherent accuracy. Your priority may be different.
Buttstock. Your call. I like the flexibility and storability of a collapsable. If you get a long barrel, then it doesn't make any sense to get a collapsable.
Flattop receiver. No question about it--you'll want it for all the great optics options you can go with. You can save some money by not getting the removable carry handle/rear sight and get a good flip up rear instead. You can always get the handle later if you want to.
Good luck and have fun.
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Don't be so anxious, or so thrifty, that you get a system you may regret a little later on. Instead of making compromises to save a hundred bucks or two, take cold showers and keep feeding the piggybank a few more weeks or months.
I wouldn't suggest building from a kit as a newbie. Maybe later on, if that appeals to you.
I won't knock any particular brand, since I don't have experience with others, but I have been very happy with my Bushmaster. I've not heard complaints about their customer service, although I have not had any issues to bring to them myself. Chrome lined barrels are standard with Bushies. And Colt, of course, has a good rep, but more cost.
Again, this is me. I would much prefer to get my complete rifle from the same company instead of mixing uppers and lowers, unless there is some combination you can't get any other way. Others couldn't care less about this. That's fine.
16 inch barrel. A good compromise length and a good one to start with. My strong opinion is that if you get a 16, make sure you get a true 16 in. barrel and not a shorter one with the permanent muzzle brake attached to bring it to the legal length. Later, if you decide you want a longer barrel, you can swap out for a couple hundo or even get a complete upper for quick switching back and forth.
Barrel profile. Up to you. Heavy, super light, M4 profile. I have the M4 which some think looks cool, and it's mid-weight compared to the others. If I had it to do over again, I would have gotten a fluted heavy barrel from Bushmaster for an extra 50 bucks. But, that's just me.
Chrome. Up to you. Me, I like the idea of a little more durability and ease of cleaning over a little more inherent accuracy. Your priority may be different.
Buttstock. Your call. I like the flexibility and storability of a collapsable. If you get a long barrel, then it doesn't make any sense to get a collapsable.
Flattop receiver. No question about it--you'll want it for all the great optics options you can go with. You can save some money by not getting the removable carry handle/rear sight and get a good flip up rear instead. You can always get the handle later if you want to.
Good luck and have fun.
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