EMT40SW
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I'm looking to buy an entry level AR 15 flat top. I narrowed it down to these 2 & they are within $50 of each other. Any personal experience with either brand?
Stag Arms vs Windham Weapontry AR15
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Tabequache
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Windam Weaponry SRC-308
Both are excellent, but I bought a WW SRC-308 (flattop) about six months ago and I am impressed by the qualify and accuracy. If their AR-15s are similar, you can't go wrong.
Both are excellent, but I bought a WW SRC-308 (flattop) about six months ago and I am impressed by the qualify and accuracy. If their AR-15s are similar, you can't go wrong.
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EMT40SW
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My budget is about $600. This is just going to be a plinking / defensive AR. Which Colt are you refering to the 6720 with a light pencil barrel?
ColoradoMinuteMan
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Did you look closely at the Ruger AR556? Just curious what eliminated that from the final selection.
Capybara
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I've had a Windham Weaponry SRC for almost three years. It is an outstanding value, very well made, has had zero problems, repairs or issue in about 2,500 rounds. It's accurate, responsive and I like shooting it. Very good customer support, you call and a person answers.
Windham is a solid entry level rifle. This is mine.
Windham is a solid entry level rifle. This is mine.
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EMT40SW
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As far as Ruger I'm just not a Ruger fan. I feel Stag & WW are better choices because they focus on just building ARs. S&W or Ruger make good handguns. Some of this is personal choice but I'm looking to get the best value for my new AR but still meeting my objectives.
carbine85
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I can vouch for Stag. I have one. They also make parts for other companies and the Military, or at least they use to.
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I've had a Stag for about three years and I've never regretted my choice. I ordered the flat top piston model with the flip-up sights. Accurate and dependable.
Can't comment on the Stag but I have a WW rifle that I've been happy with, and would recommend the brand. I'm not sure exactly what model it is, it's a 16 inch barrel, 1:9 twist, carbine length gas system. It's been reliable, I've shot a variety of factory ammo and reloads, and so far it eats everything I feed it.
Jackal
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Honestly, almost any typical M4 style AR from a major company is going to be nearly the same in performance/quality. Flip a coin.
NWcityguy2
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Indeed, flip a coin between the two companies.
CarJunkieLS1
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I have a Stag Arms AR-15 I'm very happy with it. It's a good thing because it was my only option for wanting a left handed AR.
If you only have $600 I'd save up $200 more and get the Colt 6720. In the long run its worth it. Read up on the differences between tier 1 guns and others (better barrel steel, MPI testing, proper staking, and more). Its not just parts either, its the QC to weed out the bad parts.
Also, in a few years I think that $800 Colt will be worth far more.
Also, in a few years I think that $800 Colt will be worth far more.
deputy tom
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I've owned Colts, Old Bushmasters ( which are the current WW company) and Stag Arms. I prefer the Stags and Old Bushmasters. Any of the three should be GTG. Buy what you like best.YMMV. tom. 
ColoradoShooter77
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I've had an S&W Sport for 4 month's now, already put 1000 rounds through it. Its an outstanding gun for the money....paid $640 out the door.
100% reliable and accurate.
100% reliable and accurate.
Candyman87
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Love my Windham. Haven't shot a Stag.
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