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phixion · 03-01-2008, 10:24 PM

I just purchased my first gun (XD9SC) in early February. I can't exlpain it but I am already trying to figure out what I want next. Heck, I haven't even gotten everything for my XD yet.

Anyways, I've been looking at AK's and AR's and want to get both before the elections etc. Do I feel I won't be able to get one after, who knows. Maybe I'm just telling myself that.

I want to build one but it may be smarter for me to just grab a CMMG bargain bin rifle for my first build. My question is this: Can I make one of the CMMG bargain bin rifles look like this? Mainly the rails for accessories (if thats what its called).. but everything in general.

(I took the picture from another thread. I believe it belongs to 'ARin'.)

Thanks in advance

**mvician** · 03-01-2008, 10:38 PM

You can make it look like whatever you want....all it takes is $

The Tengu · 03-01-2008, 11:16 PM

Yep, for another 500 bones or so.

EDIT: I just noticed the flashlight and scope. Forget the 500 dollars thing. LOL

phixion · 03-01-2008, 11:37 PM

Yes, but would it be counter-productive in getting a CMMG bargain bin rifle and changing/upgrading parts?

The Tengu · 03-02-2008, 12:54 AM

Depends on how much cash you have now. They're not a bad deal, but they don't come with a magazine or a rear sight so you have to factor in the cost of those items as well as any other upgrades you want to add.

And ammo, too. Lots and lots of ammo.

**HPD SRT** · 03-02-2008, 04:13 AM

I built mine from a Model 1 Kit, which is everything but the stripped lower, and I have spent probably around 1050 On My Entire Rifle so far. Pictures are deceiving on model 1's site, you can have what ever you want on it make it look any way you want. I used Essential Arms for my stripped lower receiver. This is probably the cheapest way I have found to get a good rifle with all the perks of a free floating rail system and such. Model 1 and Essential are good ole boy American made stuff too, I never had a problem talking with them on the phone. As a matter of fact I BSed with the guy who was puting together my upper rec. from Model 1 for a while (they come assembled and are good to go). So anyway theres my 2 cents check out the links, it's alot better than getting a basic DPMS or something for like $1100 when you can spend close to the same and be done. Except for the optics and other goodies that are sure to come....

Ringostar · 03-02-2008, 10:14 AM

I agree with Model1. I put together a parts gun, so that I would have everything to start with. I sure wish that I had a way to post a picture. Everyone that sees my rifle really likes it.

03-01-2008, 10:24 PM	#1
phixion XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 98	Newb with question.. I just purchased my first gun (XD9SC) in early February. I can't exlpain it but I am already trying to figure out what I want next. Heck, I haven't even gotten everything for my XD yet. Anyways, I've been looking at AK's and AR's and want to get both before the elections etc. Do I feel I won't be able to get one after, who knows. Maybe I'm just telling myself that. I want to build one but it may be smarter for me to just grab a CMMG bargain bin rifle for my first build. My question is this: Can I make one of the CMMG bargain bin rifles look like this? Mainly the rails for accessories (if thats what its called).. but everything in general. (I took the picture from another thread. I believe it belongs to 'ARin'.) Thanks in advance

03-01-2008, 10:38 PM	#2
mvician XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,870	You can make it look like whatever you want....all it takes is $ __________________ AR15s...ya I've built more than a few http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/ar-talk...ar-family.html

03-01-2008, 11:16 PM	#3
The Tengu XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,773	Yep, for another 500 bones or so. EDIT: I just noticed the flashlight and scope. Forget the 500 dollars thing. LOL __________________ The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17 years of age and, except as provided in section 313 of title 32, under 45 years of age who are, or who have made a declaration of intention to become, citizens of the United States and of female citizens of the United States who are members of the National Guard. United States Code, Title 10, section 311, paragraph (a)

03-02-2008, 12:54 AM	#5
The Tengu XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,773	Depends on how much cash you have now. They're not a bad deal, but they don't come with a magazine or a rear sight so you have to factor in the cost of those items as well as any other upgrades you want to add. And ammo, too. Lots and lots of ammo. __________________ The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17 years of age and, except as provided in section 313 of title 32, under 45 years of age who are, or who have made a declaration of intention to become, citizens of the United States and of female citizens of the United States who are members of the National Guard. United States Code, Title 10, section 311, paragraph (a)

03-02-2008, 04:13 AM	#6
HPD SRT XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeastern WA Posts: 1,368	I built mine from a Model 1 Kit, which is everything but the stripped lower, and I have spent probably around 1050 On My Entire Rifle so far. Pictures are deceiving on model 1's site, you can have what ever you want on it make it look any way you want. I used Essential Arms for my stripped lower receiver. This is probably the cheapest way I have found to get a good rifle with all the perks of a free floating rail system and such. Model 1 and Essential are good ole boy American made stuff too, I never had a problem talking with them on the phone. As a matter of fact I BSed with the guy who was puting together my upper rec. from Model 1 for a while (they come assembled and are good to go). So anyway theres my 2 cents check out the links, it's alot better than getting a basic DPMS or something for like $1100 when you can spend close to the same and be done. Except for the optics and other goodies that are sure to come.... __________________ My Album SA XD-45 Tactical---Springerized! SA XD-45 Compact Model 1 EM-4 CAR Winchester Model 70 .308 Remington 870 Express Magnum USPSA: A-57358 PISTOLGEAR SpringerPrecision

03-01-2008, 11:37 PM	#4
phixion XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 98	Yes, but would it be counter-productive in getting a CMMG bargain bin rifle and changing/upgrading parts?

03-02-2008, 10:14 AM	#7
Ringostar XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Poynette, Wi Posts: 54	I agree with Model1. I put together a parts gun, so that I would have everything to start with. I sure wish that I had a way to post a picture. Everyone that sees my rifle really likes it. __________________ If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless!! XD357 Tac, Beretta U22 Neos, S&W 629, Glock 31, Custom AR 6.8SPC, K31 Swiss, Custom 10/22, Mini-14, and many other hunting rifles, shotguns, muzzleloader. Always looking for more; 1903A3, Garand/M14, Enfield, Swede, F class longrange.

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