Patrol Rifle

sweet rig!!!

This is my first AR build, and since I’m going to be using it on the job I wanted to make sure it was quality.

I’m lucky enough to work for a dept. that issues rifles to all employees, but after seeing multiple jams and failures of the dept. rifles in our 1400 rd training course (including a broken bolt in my new-out-of-the-box issued rifle), I decided I wanted to go with something more dependable. I also realized that a flat-top SBR is much more practical when getting a rifle in and out of a car and searching houses than a 16" with a carry handle.

After doing a little online research and talking to people far wiser than myself, this is what I came up with. It ultimately cost a bit more than I originally planned, but I’m a big believer in “cry once.” I appreciate all the posts that helped me make the decision!

BCM 11.5 upper and BCG
BCM complete lower
Knights URXII rail
Magpul XTR rail covers, CTS stock, MOE grip and flip up BUIS
Aimpoint
Surefire light