Model 1 Sales

[jbabb]

Not sure how heavily it has been discussed here, but I am considering buying a new "varmint" AR upper (24") in either 5.56, 5.45, or both (someday). I am curious what kind of experiences you guys have had with Model1Sales and the level of quality they produce as opposed to people like RRA.

I like the idea of putting 5.45x39 and maybe 7.62x39 through my AR and M1S seems to be the best option.

Thanks in advance.

 

[jdh]

I have a 6.8upper from them that works well and is accurate. It is as well made as any of the other uppers I have. Had one of the 7.62 uppers until someone talked my out of it. It was also well made. Their customer support is above average. I would have no problem buying from the again.

 

[navyguy]

I've got a M1 upper and think it's pretty good. I wouldn't consider them top of the line quality, but good. A lot better them some out there. They are local (Texas) and are at all of the gun shows with a comprhensive showing of their products. When I've chatted with them at the gun show booth, they seemed knowledgeable and helpful.

 

[Moss_Berg5150]

I have been wondering this same thing as well, matter of fact I asked about them once on on a very popular AR15 forum, not sure if I can mention them here, and got flamed for bringing them up but, not a single person gave a tangible reason as to why not to go with the company. I have been wanting an interchangable varmit upper that fits well on my Mega lower and I really like their pricing. I don't want to spend top dollar for this upper because it want see as much action as my competition upper, but I dont want a piece of junk either... Great post!

 

[texas skeeter]

i put together 2- AR/M4'S right after O-bummer got elected from them. everything they sold was a perfect fit and to today operates awesomely. even the 2 chrome lined 1-7 twist barrels i got from them work flawlessly. they are AAA+++ in my book. TS

 

[jasont]

A friend brought a 2 month old Model 1 AR he had to a 3-gun match. Halfway through one of the stages his bolt snapped in half. Model 1 had great customer service and sent him a new bolt in less than a week. Next month same rifle, new bolt. About 3 stages in the new bolt snapped in half. Since that's my only experience with Model 1, they are not on the list of AR manufacturers I recommend to friends.

 

[40Arpent]

Similar to Jason's story, I have seen, firsthand, broken bolts on Mdl 1 rifles. One was a 5.56 gun, and the other was a 7.62x39. And both of these rifles were relatively new and being fired casually (not in competition). And the 5.56 gun wouldn't run worth a darn prior to that, no matter the ammo nor magazines used. This all occured about 2 years ago.

 

[M. Sage]

A friend brought a 2 month old Model 1 AR he had to a 3-gun match. Halfway through one of the stages his bolt snapped in half. Model 1 had great customer service and sent him a new bolt in less than a week. Next month same rifle, new bolt. About 3 stages in the new bolt snapped in half. Since that's my only experience with Model 1, they are not on the list of AR manufacturers I recommend to friends.

Similar to Jason's story, I have seen, firsthand, broken bolts on Mdl 1 rifles. One was a 5.56 gun, and the other was a 7.62x39. And both of these rifles were relatively new and being fired casually (not in competition). And the 5.56 gun wouldn't run worth a darn prior to that, no matter the ammo nor magazines used. This all occured about 2 years ago.

Add my vote to these. I've also seen a M1S bolt snap. A friend of mine also bought an upper from them and the sights were so badly misaligned that he had to dial in max windage just to get it on paper.

 

[Moss_Berg5150]

okay I just went on their site again and honestly, once I added the few little options I wanted to their upper, it costs just the same as any other, matter of fact I found a couple that were a little cheaper at Midway... I may just go that route

 

[Jason]

You might get it this year if you order elsewhere....

 

[smittyb]

You might get it this year if you order elsewhere....

This is very true. Model 1 seems to stay far far behind.
For a varmit rig I would look into J&T.

 

[griff383]

keep your eye on the forums and other mediums, one you want will come your way at your price.

 

[Texas42]

DPMS AR-15 A3 Flattop Upper Assembly 223 Remington 1 in 8" Twist 24" Bull Barrel Stainless Steel with Free Float Handguard - MidwayUSA
Just throwing this one out there. I'm not an expert, but there have a lot of good reviews. I've been thinking about eventually getting a 20" model at some point.

 

[navyguy]

DPMS AR-15 A3 Flattop Upper Assembly 223 Remington 1 in 8" Twist 24" Bull Barrel Stainless Steel with Free Float Handguard - MidwayUSA
Just throwing this one out there. I'm not an expert, but there have a lot of good reviews. I've been thinking about eventually getting a 20" model at some point.

That is a nice complete upper for that price. I like the 1-8 rifling.