Hey need AR 10 suggestion!

[Texasred]

Hey was just wondering how the AR 10s are broken down into quality range? Using the AR-15 as a scale what would you say?

DPMS-entry, budget
RRA-Mid-level
Colt, Sabre-Defense, LMT-Mil-Spec, Profesional
Noveske, White Oak-Exteme High End

Thanks for the help!

 

[MachIVshooter]

Well, since Colt, RRA and Novesky don't make AR-10's, that puts DPMS at the top of your list.

Of the three AR-10 manufacturers existing, Stoner (KAC) is the best, then Armalite, then DPMS/Remington.

I don't know anyone who's been disappointed with their AR-10, regardless of mfr. I love my Armalite.

 

[trigga]

my next gun is going to be a rock river ar10. i believe they come standard with two stage triggers. i was gonna get my ar15 from them but they always had things on back order. dpms would be my second choice because many shops around here have them instock.

 

[JWarren]

Like the AR-15 platform, the firearm is what you make it.

You can get stock options on different models of most. That alters the "brand" name considerations.

For instance...

A DPMS LR-308 that has a Noveske barrel, Badger Ordanance Stabalizer forearm, Magpul PRS stock, JP adjustable gas block, Giselle DMR Trigger, and JP bolt carrier is not on par with the stock model.

Pick your platform and decide how YOU want it.


I went with a DPMS LR-308 but I readily admit that it is easier to change out parts on an Armalite AR-10. However, it is not that hard to make a DPMS LR-308 into what you want.

-- John

 

[jerkface11]

CMMG has one coming out soon. Choice of G3, AR-10 or DPMS mags.

 

[JWarren]

CMMG has one coming out soon. Choice of G3, AR-10 or DPMS mags.

True, but I am a bit concerned about this part:

Upper is compatible with DPMS .308 upper receivers with minor modification to upper receiver to allow for clearance of wider G3 magazine.

and this part:

Price: $449.95

Source: http://cmmginc.secure-mall.com/shop/index.php?shop=1&cat=38



-- John

 

[jerkface11]

Well it makes sense you'd have to modify the upper for the different mag. And all AR10 stuff is pricey. That's why I don't have one.

 

[Taurus 617 CCW]

Don't forget that Armalite makes AR-10's. We just got a DPMS AR-10 in the other day for testing and I am still lukewarm about it. The trigger was horrible, somewhere around 12-15 pounds but it shot okay. We are getting ready to retrofit it with our run-dry system to see how it does.

The problem with AR-10's right now is that they are really hard to get. If you can find one at a decent price, get it! I would take an Armalite over a DPMS. Just my $.02

 

[JWarren]

Well it makes sense you'd have to modify the upper for the different mag. And all AR10 stuff is pricey. That's why I don't have one.

True. You can, however, get LR-308 Magazines for around $25 through www.44mag.com . That's not great, but it beats what they were when I first got my rifle.


Taurus 617 CCW wrote:

The trigger was horrible, somewhere around 12-15 pounds but it shot okay.

Without a doubt. The LR-308 has a horrible stock trigger. It has to go if you want better shots.



-- John

 

[taliv]

i have two Knights SR-25s, one an actual MK11 mod0. they are awesome guns. however, as ammo is expensive, i don't have tens of thousands of rounds through them like my ARs.

I don't have any experience with the armalite flavor, but my experience with other people's DPMS 308s is mixed. seems like some run fine and others are problematic. go figure.

It's a dilemma though, as you can only buy used SR-25s and expect to pay 3x what a new DPMS will cost.

another consideration is customization. If I had a DPMS, i wouldn't hesitate to swap out the barrel and rails etc to get exactly what i wanted. The Knights guns are assembled so well (and are so valuable as is), I wouldn't dare change one of those parts myself. The only thing I've done to mine was put a magpul PRS stock on one. fortunately, the match triggers they come with are great, and the rails are great, etc.

 

[Taurus 617 CCW]

Customizing is the name of the game. That's what I did to my 1911, bought a stock gun and modified it. Problem with AR-10's is that a stock gun runs around $1000! The company I work for may be machining their own AR-10 receivers in the near future for that reason.

 

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

Stoner (KAC) is the best, then Armalite, then DPMS/Remington.

I'd definitely put DPMS ahead of Armalite, myself....they are better AND cheaper.