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10 years 8 months ago - 10 years 8 months ago #36074 by jtallen83
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LebbenB wrote: For a "from the ground up" build, I would stay with 5.56 because it offers a greater selection of individual components to choose from.

If I were building it and cost wasn't an issue, I'd start with either a Noveske stainless or Mike Rock barrel (Barrel length and profile to be determined by the purpose of the gun), If neither of those are available, I'd also consider a CHF barrel from FN. I would pick up the Noveske Switchblock vice a standard low profile gas block in case I wanted to suppress it later on.

Upper and lower receiver would be from 2 Vets Arms out of Sapulpa, OK (Just off Old RT 66!) 2 Vets is literally a mom and pop operation - Both the husband and wife are vets of OIF/OEF. They also make a non-reciprocating side charging upper that also functions as a forward assist. Very cool and very well made.

The lower parts kit, receiver extension, and buffer would come from Colt, though I would ditch the trigger mech in favor of a Geissele SSA or SSA-E two stage.

I'd select a low profile free float forend with user configurable pic rails. Some use screws to hold the rail sections, but most AR makers are going to the key-mod system. Examples of both can be found at MI or Samson. If you really wanted to keep weight down, then take a look at the carbon fiber FF sleeve from PRI.

I'd choose either the ACS or UBR for the butt stock and a MIAD grip, both from Magpul.

I'm really digging the 51T Brakeout combo muzzle brake and flash hider on my 300 BLK. Functions as a muzzle brake when you have a can attached, functions s an FH when you don't. Very effective at both jobs.

But that's my build...Others may disagree.



I read a review about 2Vets, RECOIL magazine I think :unsure: gave my read magazines to my nephew when I was home last.
They got excellent marks from the reviewer, sounds like they do almost everything themselves so you might have a wait but it would be worth it, looked great in the pictures and the prices were right! :usa:
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10 years 8 months ago #36084 by Siscowet
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Cowboy, the perfect build.


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10 years 8 months ago #36085 by OleCowboy
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Lebb, I certainly appreciate you thoughts and in fact have visited all the websites and reviewed their product lines.

I found out yesterday that one of the companies I was looking at for components is back ordered 8 mos.

A lot of this poses a problem. I am not one to buy sight unseen, I want some face time with the products I am going to buy.

Buying vs build: Just looking, it appears there is no real savings in building, in fact it may even cost more in some cases. BUT you get what you want the way you want and that may well be worth it. Of course if you cannot get the parts then its a moot story...

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10 years 8 months ago #36086 by OleCowboy
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Siscowet wrote: Cowboy, the perfect build.


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LOL yea now just add a bottle opener and a radio and you have the perfect gun....

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10 years 8 months ago #36123 by LebbenB
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I found out yesterday that one of the companies I was looking at for components is back ordered 8 mos.

Probably Noveske. Their barrels are always in high demand.

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10 years 8 months ago #36125 by OleCowboy
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LebbenB wrote:

I found out yesterday that one of the companies I was looking at for components is back ordered 8 mos.

Probably Noveske. Their barrels are always in high demand.

It wasn't them, but they are also back ordered. I have been surfing the company sites for key components and am seeing a LOT of this: "out of stock" and 'click here to be notified when this part becomes available'.

Seems (or so I am told) that many companies are devoting energy to building complete guns rather than selling components right now. While there does not appear to be shortages of ARs they are selling quite fast. I was over at Bass Pro Tues about 2 pm and there were only 2 guys ahead of me in line. Only a few months ago it would have been at least an hour wait on any given day or time.

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10 years 8 months ago #36130 by LebbenB
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Another route would be to go to a small "boutique" AR shop, give them your specs and let them build it. In many cases the vendor has access to parts sources and distributors that the man on the street does not.

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10 years 8 months ago #36131 by OleCowboy
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LebbenB wrote: Another route would be to go to a small "boutique" AR shop, give them your specs and let them build it. In many cases the vendor has access to parts sources and distributors that the man on the street does not.

Check out my post on Houldin Guns (new AR shop in town). Good review on them. They will also give you a CUSTOM serial number and logo on the lower!!!!!

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