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mmiller40 · 04-03-2008, 01:18 PM

I want an AR. I was going to get the "bargain bin deal" but it has been deleted. Getting IRS check soon so looking for a new toy.

**KingAirDriver** · 04-03-2008, 01:31 PM

At the risk of sounding like a broken record- build one!!

Get a $465 kit from Del-Ton.com and a stripped lower elsewhere, for $90+. That equals a rifle for about $565. Of course, if you get the Delton kit, you'll have to get some BUIS, which add about $100 to the price tag. But still, it's under $700.

The Knight Of Light · 04-03-2008, 01:37 PM

What he^^^ said.

longtalltechsan · 04-03-2008, 01:38 PM

If you absolutely can not or will not build one, then get one from CMMG's bargain bin. They run about $600 or so with shipping I believe. I have heard many good things about them. But I agree with KAD that building your own is probably cheaper and you will learn exactly how it operates and goes together.

**KingAirDriver** · 04-03-2008, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by longtalltechsan

If you absolutely can not or will not build one, then get one from CMMG's bargain bin. They run about $600 or so with shipping I believe. I have heard many good things about them. But I agree with KAD that building your own is probably cheaper and you will learn exactly how it operates and goes together.

I think he said the Bargain Bin's no more...and I'd heard it was coming to an end.

How are the oil rags workin' for ya?!!!

mmiller40 · 04-03-2008, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by longtalltechsan

If you absolutely can not or will not build one, then get one from CMMG's bargain bin. They run about $600 or so with shipping I believe. I have heard many good things about them. But I agree with KAD that building your own is probably cheaper and you will learn exactly how it operates and goes together.

Gone /cry

That was the entire point of the post. I have never built a gun before. Not totally against it but would rather unpack something, point and fire.

propellerhead · 04-03-2008, 01:45 PM

The Del-ton rifle kit is everything but the lower receiver. It's listed for $465 which is $485 shipped. I'm getting a lower receiver at a local gun store. It lists at $109 and comes out to $120 with tax. Cheaper Than Dirt has rear sights for $50 and another $25 gets you a couple of magazines. In the end, it's $680. Just add ammo and you're rocking.

**KingAirDriver** · 04-03-2008, 01:48 PM

Really, it depends on what you want to do with the rifle and how far out you wanna shoot. Target? Defense? Competition? Varmint/Hunting = what caliber?

If you just want a fun plinker that'll work good for defense and you can build up to tacticool specs then here's a way to go:

Figured I'd break it down a little bit for ya (tried to keep cost down)...

Mid-length rifle kit, flat-top upper w/fixed front sight = $465
Del-Ton, Inc. AR-15 16" Mid-Length Rifle Kit

YHM rear flip-up BUIS = $78.95
Del-Ton, Inc. AR-15 Flip Up Rear Sight

Here are two stripped lower receivers, both @ $100. I got the Stag lower from here. I'm sure you can find cheaper elsewhere, but I didn't look much right now.
Ballistic Sounds Tactical Supply

P-Mag, 30 rds = $14.95 (or find cheap aluminum mags)
AIM Magpul Polymer 30rd .223 AR15/M16 PMAG Magazines Magpul Polymer 30rd .223 AR15/M16 PMAG Magazines

Total = $658.90. With all of that you'll be able to shoot the thing.

Edit: BTW, building one is not tough at all...if I can do it, anyone can!

rogerxd45 · 04-03-2008, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by longtalltechsan

If you absolutely can not or will not build one, then get one from CMMG's bargain bin. They run about $600 or so with shipping I believe. I have heard many good things about them. But I agree with KAD that building your own is probably cheaper and you will learn exactly how it operates and goes together.

the bargin bin isnt being offered anymore.

but if you buy a completed upper and build the lower (which you can skimp on parts on the lower as long as they are in spec, i built my lower off of a superior arms lower and a tapco collapsible stock and a dpms LPK for $195 and that leaves you with $500 to spend on the upper. building is NOT hard at all its very easy as long as you have two hands. but if for what ever reason you dont want to build one you can buy a completed lower and a completed upper and just pin them together and that will save you some money

zac07 · 04-03-2008, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mmiller40

Gone /cry

That was the entire point of the post. I have never built a gun before. Not totally against it but would rather unpack something, point and fire.

Where are you located ? Im sure someone around you will be willing to help you, its not like along drawn out build it takes about 20mins-30mins.

04-03-2008, 01:18 PM	#1
mmiller40 XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 31	AR15 <700$ Where? I want an AR. I was going to get the "bargain bin deal" but it has been deleted. Getting IRS check soon so looking for a new toy.

04-03-2008, 01:31 PM	#2
KingAirDriver XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: FL230 and KS Posts: 1,374	At the risk of sounding like a broken record- build one!! Get a $465 kit from Del-Ton.com and a stripped lower elsewhere, for $90+. That equals a rifle for about $565. Of course, if you get the Delton kit, you'll have to get some BUIS, which add about $100 to the price tag. But still, it's under $700. __________________ "When life's on the line, we're in the air." Freight Dogs - Order of the Sleepless Knights.

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The Knight Of Light XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Posts: 8,819 Blog Entries: 12	What he^^^ said. __________________ No Matter Where You Go, There You Are. USPSA #L3077 What a great number!!! http://theknightoflight.blogspot.com/ Creator of TOP 'O' THE PAGE!!! Moose Fight

04-03-2008, 01:45 PM	#7
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,512	The Del-ton rifle kit is everything but the lower receiver. It's listed for $465 which is $485 shipped. I'm getting a lower receiver at a local gun store. It lists at $109 and comes out to $120 with tax. Cheaper Than Dirt has rear sights for $50 and another $25 gets you a couple of magazines. In the end, it's $680. Just add ammo and you're rocking. __________________ XD-9 Tactical for IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three calibers, three models, three purposes. No compromises.

04-03-2008, 01:48 PM	#8
KingAirDriver XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: FL230 and KS Posts: 1,374	Really, it depends on what you want to do with the rifle and how far out you wanna shoot. Target? Defense? Competition? Varmint/Hunting = what caliber? If you just want a fun plinker that'll work good for defense and you can build up to tacticool specs then here's a way to go: Figured I'd break it down a little bit for ya (tried to keep cost down)... Mid-length rifle kit, flat-top upper w/fixed front sight = $465 Del-Ton, Inc. AR-15 16" Mid-Length Rifle Kit YHM rear flip-up BUIS = $78.95 Del-Ton, Inc. AR-15 Flip Up Rear Sight Here are two stripped lower receivers, both @ $100. I got the Stag lower from here. I'm sure you can find cheaper elsewhere, but I didn't look much right now. Ballistic Sounds Tactical Supply P-Mag, 30 rds = $14.95 (or find cheap aluminum mags) AIM Magpul Polymer 30rd .223 AR15/M16 PMAG Magazines Magpul Polymer 30rd .223 AR15/M16 PMAG Magazines Total = $658.90. With all of that you'll be able to shoot the thing. Edit: BTW, building one is not tough at all...if I can do it, anyone can! __________________ "When life's on the line, we're in the air." Freight Dogs - Order of the Sleepless Knights. Last edited by KingAirDriver; 04-03-2008 at 01:50 PM.

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