Okay, well, basically as the title says, I’m new when it comes to the AR world. I’ve only got regular, old semi-autos, like the M1 rifle. Not to say that it’s a bad rifle. I’d just like a little bit more customization to my weapon.
Here are the features I’m looking at right now:
[ul]
[li]Long Barrel
[/li][li]Telescopic Stock
[/li][li]RIS
[/li][li]Flat-top Receiver
[/li][li]Free-Float Barrel
[/li][li]A Variable-Zoom Scope
[/li][li]Bi-pod
[/li][/ul]
Obviously this is a big wish list to go on, but I would just like some input on what brands would be good for each part, and if possible, a good base to start all of this out on.
No problem. They make 7.62 Ar’s, generally referred to as AR10s. It might be a plus since you already have a 7.62 rifle. Range shooting, hunting, shtf, duty rifle, etc etc everyone has their reasons…
Thank you very much sir. It’s always nice to get an industry perspective as well…
Say, what if I wanted to get the 7.62 Version? What would you recommend then? Would I just swap uppers on that weapon? Or should I just stick to the simple 5.56 for now?
Can you elaborate on this? I shoot at a range, but I shoot decidedly differently than those that show up on public range day and sit at the bench firing at a bullseye target
Are you looking for long-range accuracy? If so what do you consider “long-range”? or are you looking for something to use in 3-gun or other action-shooting events and matches? Do you, or would you, consider the AR a viable home-defense firearm, or is this just a toy for the range? Are you able, or willing, to buy online or do you prefer to buy something from a local dealer’s stock?
My knee-jerk reaction is the same as F2S, buy the BCM. However that may not best suit your needs, wants, and uses.
Definitely spend more time reading through the site. Many of your questions (like those about the 7.62 versions) are answered in many places on the various forums here.
I was thinking towards having the greatest accuracy and range that a 7.62 barrel could have, without going match grade. It’s more than likely going be just for ranges, but I’m not one-hundred percent sure. I don’t think I’ll be a good enough shot to do any matches.
This weapon will just be a toy for the range, not home-defense, since I’m not in that kind of neighborhood. That’s why I’m trying to find something with a rifle-length barrel, or probably the longest 7.62 barrel I can find. And I am both able and willing to to buy from either the local dealer’s stock or online.
From what you want, I dont know if an AR15 is what you are looking for. Most people on this site, I will venture a guess to say, are not into long range target shooting. Most people run a 16" barrel or shorter, going longer on the 5.56 platform does not necessarily equate to a more accurate gun, only better muzzle velocity, which in turn can give you greater distance. I dont believe you can get the range that a .308 can get out to with a 5.56, there just isnt enough powder(although I am sure there are guys on here that will argue against that).
For 1000 bucks you aren’t going to find much that fits your bill, everything will be a compromise. If you want the best barrel, look at Noveske, but they are $$$. You wont be able to touch a AR308 for 1000 bucks either, most of the stripped lowers are 400ish bucks and then you add a parts kit and stock and your around 600-700 bucks for just the lower.
Do tons of research on this site, all of your questions have been answered numerous times. Theres hundreds of pages of threads.
Hm, well, I may just want to start small, with a 5.56mm middy barrel from that BCM 16" from up above. That one seems like a good deal to go with. Then, I could probably just get a longer barrel for that sucker, as well as a RIS.
Then, maybe when I scrounge enough money, I can go for that 7.62 that I’ve wanted… Yeah. that sounds like the plan I’m going to go with.
I’d say going with 5.56mm is the best idea for your first AR-ownership experience. Cheaper ammo, greater parts commonality, etc. That BCM midlength is a fantastic upper at a great price, hard to go wrong there. The best advice I can give you is to take your time on your first AR. Really try to have a plan for the rifle before you just jump in a buy one. The knowledge you can gain from this forum will save you lots of time and money, take a look through the threads others have posted…this should really get you pointed in the right direction.