So here goes my first major post here. First, let me just be up front and tell everybody that I am still fairly new to the AR/M4/“Assault”/Black Rifle. So new in fact I am still trying to figure out all of the nomenclature. However, the wealth of information here gave me the confidence that I could do this. I am a tinkerer by nature and a gun lover so it only felt natural for me to give this a go. Plus, I like things customized to my personal preferences.
As far as why I choose the parts. I can’t say exactly. Mostly what started off as picking aesthetically pleasing (to me) and highly regarded as quality turned into this build. I did lean towards something that I thought could be used for running local 3 gun matches too. Now that it is done, I question myself on that aspect of the build. I haven’t weighed it but it is a pig compared to some of my other rifles. It’s not for everyone for sure. It’s what I thought I wanted out of the many parts available, so I built it. I guess if I’m being honest, it was more self indulgence and having a “spare no expense” mentality as I selected parts. After completeing it, I am happy with how it turned out for a first complete build. Having said that, I think I would focus more on solid built quality and lighter weight next time around. I would also focus more on bang for your buck parts.
Upper:
Seekins Precision iRMT3 - Doing this again, I’d go with a “regular” upper and not something proprietary so the rail could be changed in the future if needed/wanted.
Seekins Precision iRMT3 (3 Gun) Rail 15"
Noveske 13.7" Infidel Barrel with LoPro Gas Block - this was the shortest I could go and stay compliant while getting the look I wanted.
Noveske KX3 - I wanted the look this Flash Suppressor would give with the 15" rail - honestly, I thought it would look cool and still function properly. I know these are really best served on a short barrel and 13.7" is pretty much the threshold from the research I’ve done.
Raptor CH
Ranier Arms BCG
Lower:
Seeking Precision Billet Ambi Lower - this was the foundation that I started because I thought it looked cool - again, being honest.
Spike’s LPK - less what I used that came with the Seekins Lower
Magpul UBR - I went with this to help counter balance the weight up front. It does the job nicely. Originally I was going to go with a Mako Group SR25 looking sniper stock with some paracord wrapped around part of it. I just like the look and feel of it when shouldered. Plus adjusting the cheek weld is nice too. I kinda have long arms so the length didn’t deter me. However when I got the upper built and realized how heavy it was, I decided on the UBR.
BCM Mod 1 Grip
Battle Arms Development - Selector and Pins
Geissele - SSA at first and moved to a SD3G - I just wanted to try them both and haven’t really decided on which one to leave in it.
Wolff Standard Spring - because the UBR has a proprietary tube, I could’t go with a Vltor A5 kit. (I don’t know enough about what works in what to mix and match, yet).
Standard H Buffer - still haven’t ran enough different ammo to see what it likes.
Custom:
KX3 was pinned and welded by a local gunsmith. One of the only few things I wasn’t set up to do myself.
Custom Cerakote by a local shop as well done in Tactical Grey. I didn’t want to go too far off the reservation with color but again, self indulgence and wanting it to be “different”. Part of me wishes I would have left it black.
Irons/Optics:
Aimpoint H1 4moa I bought from a member here.
I am thinking I’ll go with the new Magpul Pro BUIS once I can find a good price on a set. I like them because they seem really small and tuck away nicely. I do like to roll with the irons flipped up though.
I welcome any and all feedback. I want to know where I screwed the pooch or did well. Thanks to all of the contributors here for the knowledge and insight!
