Wanted to get some feedback on my impending build, I wanted an accurate home defense, tactical trainer that would be ultra reliable to match with my Sig P226 Navy.
I’ve already got parts for the lower on the way:
Lower receiver - LaRue Tactical Stealth Billet Lower
Parts kit - Daniel Defense
Fire Control Group - Geissle SSA-E and BAD-ASS with a Norgon Ambi Catch (I’m left handed).
LaRue Tactical Mil Spec Receiver Extension Kit
Magpul ACS - Mil Spec (not ordered yet)
Magpul ASAP - Ambi sling attachment point
Magpul MIAD grip
Magpul PMAGs
Magpul MS3 - Multi mission sling system (not ordered yet)
For the upper the plan is as following (none ordered yet):
LaRue Tactical Billet Upper with M4 Feedramps
Noveske N4 Light 5.56mm Barrel - 14.5 FSB
Noveske 5.56 BCG
LaRue Tactical 9.0 Handguard
LaRue Index Clips
Surefire compensator
BCM Gunfighter Charging Handle
Troy - Di-Optic - Rear Folding Battle Sight w/ Tritum
LaRue Tactical FUG - Foregrip
Trijicon Tritum FSB insert
As for the upper I don’t believe you can buy a N4 barrel separate anymore.
I would just buy a Noveske upper in the configuration you prefer.
As for the trijicon insert Id recommend against it. Iv only seen one, but the tritum portion was slightly lower than the tip of the post. That would throw me off making it more of a cut than a bandaid.
As for the rail I think I like the centurion rails for lock up and weight. But thats biased because I don’t visually like the larue even though its a good product.
I have a MIAD on my RRA, and it’s ok, but on my newest Noveske, I’m really digging the magpul MOE+ rubberized grip I went with. I have smallish hands and the MOE is already sized the way I had my MIAD setup with. It’s worth a look if you have a shop near you with one.
Also the BCG… this might sound funny as I run a Noveske BCG that came with my upper, but if you’re purchasing separately, I’d purchase a BCG that has been confirmed to have been properly HP tested like a BCM or DD. I don’t forsee any issues, but if you’re piecing it all together…
I don’t believe Noveske would sell subpar products FWIW.
But yea I wouldn’t go out of my way to get a Novekse supplied BCG when BCM and DD can easily be had.
Now I haven’t called them yet about availability, my other choice was the Centurion Arms 14.5 midlength.
As for optic, I am torn right now between the Aimpoint Micro T-1 or Aimpoint Pro with a Aimpoint 3XMag or possible option two being the EOTech MPOIII setup.
As for weapon light I am currently looking at the SureFire Mini Scout
I’m not 100% set on the rail options but from past experience I like LaRue products, probably doesn’t help me much that I am from Texas. Any others you would recommend…I’d like to stay lightweight.
I went with the MIAD due to a buddy having one and I’ve liked it thus far, but I’m not opposed to switching eventually as opinions change sometimes once you use it all the time.
As I stated just above, the Noveske and BCM were the two I was mulling over.
Check out the centurion arms C4 Midlength cut out rail. I just got one in for my current build and it is a very awesome, light, well built rail. It adds extra rail space around the FSB, but without adding way too much like the DD 12.0 FSPM. Also, it only weighs 12.4 ounces total, not including the barrel nut.
It used to be that you cannot buy N4 Light barrels from Noveske. Guess that has now changes. So I am assuming that I can sell all the N4 barrels I have been hoarding all these years.
As for optic, I am torn right now between the Aimpoint Micro T-1 or Aimpoint Pro with a Aimpoint 3XMag or possible option two being the EOTech MPOIII setup.
As for weapon light I am currently looking at the SureFire Mini Scout.
All good choice. The PRO is hard to beat, but the Micro is my first choice.
Pinning that surefire comp/mount may void the warranty on your suppressor, you want to check that out ahead of time if something like that is important to you.
I’m not 100% sure a suppressor is in my future, but I want to leave the option open. Don’t really want to go through the hassle of registering a SBR though.
Speaking of compensators, what’s everyone’s thoughts on the BattleComp, I am seeing some really good things. Don’t think they accept a suppressor though.
Are you an AR owner? I ask because the list you have reeks of NEWB lol.
I would recommend saving money on parts that arent neccessity and go for ammo or a class.
Dont even bother with a rear Tritium sight. They are a waste of money and you dont need it. I will say the same for the front tritium sight also. save that money and get a light instead.
Why a Geiselle trigger? Whats wrong with the plain old boring mil-spec trigger?
Why the ACS buttsock? Do you know that you dont like a normal stock? Such as the MOE? You can have a complete Buffer/stock/reciever extension for cheaper. It dont really look “Tacticool” but they work.
You could easily shave a few hundred dollars off by waiting on parts you dont need and still have a great shooter.
Would all the necessary components of that upper be cheaper to build than just buying an upper assembly from Noveske? Looks like you’d still get a lot of the features you’d want in one of theirs, plus you could get it with the switchblock if you do ever decide to get a suppressor.
I’m switching my MIAD out for the MOE+ as well. The medium backstrap (the smallest option with a beavertail) is too big for my hands, but the MOE is perfect. Although looks like you’re already set there.
I’ll be honest this is my first AR, however in going to the range I’ve handled and shot quite a few. I know theres a difference between that and owning one.
As for cost, the only thning I am really set on is the LaRue upper and Lower, the SSA-E and the Noveske barrel.
The LaRue parts are due to previous purchases\dealings with LaRue and being around a buddies PredatAR, same goes for the SSA-E (used it and am looking for something with simular feel for the P226). The Noveske barrel comes highly recommended as did the Centurion Arms and BMC (although I am leaning towards the Noveske\CA barrel) the Magpul MIAD grip has felt good every time I’ve handled it.
The BAD-ASS and Norgon Ambi Catch are mainly due to the fact I am left handed combined with the clean install\look of the peices, same goes for the Magpul ASAP.
Everything else is up for debate, the tritum inserts are because I absolutely love them on my P226, but not needed especially once a light is attached. I tend to like redundancy however as you never know when something will go down, but I have never used/seen them on an AR.
I am open for any critque on the Rail System, Foregrip, Stock (although I like the added functionality\storage of the ACS), Sling, Muzzle Device and Rear Sight/Tritum inserts.
