El Rojo
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Ok, I want to get a shorter upper for my FAB-10 than my 20" heavy barrel varmint rig. The main reason is so I can shoot coyotes with it from about 10-30 yards away and because I like AR uppers now. I don't have a lot of cash and the Model 1 and the M&A parts sets look like a good deal because you get a colapsable stock and everything you need for like $400. However I don't know if I am going to want to swap out my buttstock on a regular basis.
My other option is I have found a used Bushmaster 11.5/5.5" Commando A2 upper complete with bolt, bolt carrier, and charging handle for $325 shipped to my door. I would like to get an A3, but for the price, it seems sort of like I am getting a pretty good deal. I like Bushmaster too so that is a big factor.
I have read around on AR15.com and here and the general consensus is that these rifles are not for long range work. They say 2-3 MOA at 100 yards plus is pretty much what you can expect. Ok, I know that and know what to expect. However, they do say a plus is that the 11.5/5.5 flash suppressor cuts down on the noise quite a bit and that vs. a 16" barrel, there is a noticable difference in sound. I like that.
So being on a limited budget I think I am going to get the Bushmaster name and get an A2 commando for a pretty good price. Since I don't plan on using this upper over about 50 yards, I think it will suit my purposes.
My other option is I have found a used Bushmaster 11.5/5.5" Commando A2 upper complete with bolt, bolt carrier, and charging handle for $325 shipped to my door. I would like to get an A3, but for the price, it seems sort of like I am getting a pretty good deal. I like Bushmaster too so that is a big factor.
I have read around on AR15.com and here and the general consensus is that these rifles are not for long range work. They say 2-3 MOA at 100 yards plus is pretty much what you can expect. Ok, I know that and know what to expect. However, they do say a plus is that the 11.5/5.5 flash suppressor cuts down on the noise quite a bit and that vs. a 16" barrel, there is a noticable difference in sound. I like that.
So being on a limited budget I think I am going to get the Bushmaster name and get an A2 commando for a pretty good price. Since I don't plan on using this upper over about 50 yards, I think it will suit my purposes.