I have a couple of stripped lowers that I figure I’d put some parts on and build out. I’ve really come to like the Magpul MIAD and CTR, so I think I’ll use them.
This got me thinking what a “complete” lower, set up my way, would cost me.
Lower $120
LPK $66
Magpul CTR $82
Magpul MIAD $33
Magpul Trigger guard $13
Receiver Extension $45
H Buffer $20
Buffer Spring $20
$400 or so for the whole thing. This stuff adds up quick!
Lower $140
LPK $60
Rec Ext $45
H buffer $20
Buffer Spring $20
Colt 4 pos stock (used) $25
$310
I save $90 by keeping it real! 
Just like my lowers.
I just purchased two stripped Sun Devil lowers but those will wear the UBR (whenever it comes out)
Rob, Where can I get a Magpul trigger guard for $13?
rob, i guess it depends on how concerned you are about the picture on the side.
Essential Arms sells lowers in the mid-$70 range. They are pleasant to deal with, and I’ve never had them be out of stock. At that price, I’ve helped local college student/new shooters built complete new AR15s for as little as $530.
I’m not trying to spread any “they’re as good as Colt” bs, but I have used/built 4 of them and none have given me grief.
edit: i’m an idiot. reread the OP and realized you already have the lowers. obviously no point in changing.
Rob check your PMs
Keeping it real with serial number 87!
I’ve built 3 of the following.
Let’s see:
DPMS Lower $120 (bought local)
CMT LPK $66
KNS Pin Kit $31
Vltor Stock Kit Basic $150.00
DD Rear Swivel Attachment $39.00
Magpul MIAD Full Kit $44
Grand Total: $455
I never realized how much these are costing me!
I’ve got 327 and 328.
My list looks like yours Rob, probably since I buy from Brownells with a discount as well;)
Very fitting for you!
LOL:p
These damned lowers DO add up! Too easy to look at the low price of a stripped lower and say to yourself “Hell, what’s another $100?” :o
My most recent build:
Mega lower: $135
FFL fee: $25
CMT LPK $70
CMT ambi safety: $28
Vltor Modstock basic kit: $152
Tangodown grip: $31
Magpul trigger guard: $19
Total: $460 :rolleyes:
I need to know the 87 story now.
I’ve just seen too many references to it to ignore it any longer.
It was the standard reply to any/all stupid questions asked on TOS… especially the questions that kept getting asked over and over.
How many mags should I have for my rifle?
How many rounds between cleanings?
Stuff like that… Shoot! I used to have a dozen examples. I’ve forgotten so much of the stupidity over there. :eek:
LoL’'…What color should I get?
Finally finished assembling my STAG lower to go with my STAG H2 upper.
I’m not sure why I went with an H2 buffer, probably don’t need.
STAG lower 105.00
STAG lpk 62.00
STAG stock w/H2 buffer 97.00
Tango Down grip 31.00
Magpul trigger guard 19.00
TOTAL 314.00
