Upper:
Troy 15" Extreme TRX
Krieger 20" SS Barrel 1/7.7
SJC SS Titan
All put together by Compass Lake Engineering who provided upper and BCG
Accessories:
Harris Bipod with Arms throw lever mount
Accu-Shot Mono Pod
Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50
Arms 22 Lever Mounts Removed:
SWFA SS 3-9X
Burris Pepr mount
It was built with intentions of being a precision setup. Plan to use it to its full potential to better my skill set. Shooting from the bench, prone, etc…
Nice build, but curious as to why you’re using the lightweight JP buffer with the comp and, I assume, a standard BC.
I tried this with a 6.5 Grendel and was constantly messing with the gas (had an adjustable GB) to slow the cyclic rate/recoil everytime I changed loads. Further, the auto carrier I was using beat the snot out of the JP buffer. Once I swapped the JP with a std rifle buffer I didn’t have any issues.
From what i under stood the lighter buffer could be used (with all other standard components) to allow for less felt recoil, figured i’d try it as this was a precision build and should in turn allow for easier follow up shots.
After a few hundred rounds, ive had no issues.
With the weight of the riffle and the muzzle brake, its pretty easy to shoot.
I’d be interested in hearing your prior experience with the platform, and shooting in general, and what led you to choose the parts that you did. Also interested to hear what kind of groups you’re getting to include number of shots, number of groups, ammo used, and distance.
I basically started with handguns, eventually found I had a thing for 1911’s. Reached a point where I can shoot all of the one’s I own pretty well out to 15 yards. But didn’t really want to modify them as they are all carry/defensive pistols; they have all been reliable and I didn’t want to touch them in anyway other than maintenance.
This is my second AR, other is a Colt LE6920/stock; only mod is a sling. I got used to the iron sights and can put decent groups out to a hundred yards no prob. 30 rounds within ~5 inches. Felt the same way about it as the 1911’s, it would be my go to in a defensive situation.
Got interested in the idea of precision and decided to build an AR as I understand how it works, etc…
Researched a few points such as trigger and barrel.
The trigger is the second thing I purchased after the stripped lower, followed by the LPK and stock.
Then the upper with barel after I understood the ideals of a barrel and how it works, such as the differences between the twist rates and length, etc…
Then I put it together based on my liking as far as looks. I figure after getting a good amount of experience with it I would understand what I did right and what I did not, etc… I will then make any fixes on my next build.
Only issue right now is weight.
As far as groups, I am the weak link, I need improvement and although I’ve had a few freak groups, they are not consistent. This is where i currently stand.
5 Shots:
10 Shots:would have had a great group if i stopped at 5
This thread is the first time I have actually considered selling my 700 for a precision AR. Beautiful gun and stunning results. Keep up the good work and let’s see those 10 shot groups tighten up! I’m jealous!
Great first build! Being a target shooter myself I think you did a perfect job of upper component selection. I am guessing those are factory or handloads not yet tailored to your barrel? Can’t wait to see some fine adjustments and your addition of some serious magnification. Looks like you have one hell of a varmint killer : )
