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Because I desire an (insert tactical term I.E. CQB, SBR, Close In, Danger Close) rifle, I am starting an AR-15 SBR build now and would like to hear some experiences with any part(s) listed and how it worked, or didn't work, for your applications.
I already have a 16" 'Do All' Bushmaster 'M4gery' for just shooting 55gr-62gr what ever type loads and I have an 18", precision built, 600+ yard lead launcher that eats the 77gr stuff that I built specifically for accuracy, repeat-ability and semi-auto function by sacrificing size and weight for the mentioned accuracy. 9-10lbs with scope and A2 stock. Now, I am going the other way. No need for a premium air gauged Douglas barrel in this one. This one is for 2 things:
1. Closer targets (50-300 yards with 55gr-62gr. Max 400yrd with 77gr keeping a decent grouping)
2. Maneuverability. (In and out of vehicles, rooms, dense thickets etc.)
3. Fast target acquisition and engagement (Sight with wide field of view and easy to use reticle. Minimal bullet drop compensations but no mil-dots, range finder etchings etc.)
It will have a Specwar 5.56 suppressor so I will be using the supplied Flash Hider with a minimum 10" barrel. No tooth fillings rattling muzzle brakes! No 10"-11" arguments here. 100fps-200fps isn't anything I care about. You hit a target with a 2,000fps projectile, it's going to do something- so the size of your barrel doesn't matter. 1" MOA isn't in the vocabulary either. Just a normal 4" or less grouping at 100 yards. I am specifically avoiding piston type uppers because I already have an AK and/or I can't afford the HK 416 upper (yet) which would be the ideal package. What I do care about in order is..
1. Reliability over hundreds of rounds, if not thousands, without cleaning and only minimal re-lube.
2. Compact size (it is an SBR so I'm making it short)
3. Light Weight
So here is where I am starting. Spikes Zombie Stripped Lower is waiting on the U.S. Government and their stickers. My build is focusing on a TEOTWAWKI, Zombie epidemic, mass hysteria and looters. A gun that is used where speed, light weight, in-out maneuverability are key but something that will work %100 of the time. So I have narrowed things down to these few and I already have or I have ordered:
Spikes Zombie Stripped Lower--> http://www.spikestactical.com/lower-multi-forged-zombie-livedead-markings-p-566.html
Innovative Arms WAR upper--> http://innovativearms.com/war/
SilencerCo Specwar 5.56 Suppressor--> https://silencerco.com/silencers/specwar/#tab-2
Nickel Boron bolt carrier group for easy cleaning
So that is where I am starting. Looking at things like:
Noveske Barrels are a 'possibility'--> http://www.noveske.com/collections/barrels/products/diplomat-5-56mm-barrel
Tac-Con's 3MR Trigger--> https://tacconusa.com/products/view.php?id=21
Daniel Defense barrels are a little cheaper--> https://danieldefense.com/cold-hamm...-3-5-56mm-carbine-1-7-government-profile.html
Daniel Defense MK18 RIS II Rail (if I can find one)--> https://www.danieldefense.com/rail-systems/ris-ii/mk18-rail-interface-system-ii-ris-ii-1123.html
SO... ideas? Experiences? Recommendations? Free floating is almost a must. So is a well made gas block but everything else is optional based on price. Stocks? Triggers? Rails? Barrels? Grips? Sights? Firing pins? Am leaning towards a red dot type with low profile BUIS, possibly a EoTech Zombie XPS2-Z2. Please avoid the "I would buy..." type of comments. I am looking more for the "I bought a... and liked it because of... or didn't like it because of..." Real experience are worth their weight in gold. ANY INFORMATION ON THE WAR UPPER WILL BE THOROUGHLY READ AND RE-READ as it is a whole new beast to play with. Especially looking for experiences with that particular part.
For those of you keeping score at home, I did go to my local gun shop and spoke with them about suppressing an SBR. Pro's and con's of pistons vs DI. Parts and advise and the sort of questioning old timers know how to answer. Guys, you can order stuff online all day at $20 less per part, but when you support your local guy and have them involved and buy some their marked up parts, you not only support them allowing them to stay open, but you also have someone experienced to ask about or fix what you broke who may just be a short drive away. Just think about that before you order a lot of stuff online. I'll pay that extra few bucks every now and then to get to someone who knows the answer already. My old gun smith... $60. Doesn't matter if you wanted... a trigger job on a 1911, a pinned muzzle device, fixing grandpa's old wall hanger or having a barrel threaded. It was always $60. That was it. Now how much does the online place charge? $100? $140? And you have to pay shipping? Think about that.
Thanks
Because I desire an (insert tactical term I.E. CQB, SBR, Close In, Danger Close) rifle, I am starting an AR-15 SBR build now and would like to hear some experiences with any part(s) listed and how it worked, or didn't work, for your applications.
I already have a 16" 'Do All' Bushmaster 'M4gery' for just shooting 55gr-62gr what ever type loads and I have an 18", precision built, 600+ yard lead launcher that eats the 77gr stuff that I built specifically for accuracy, repeat-ability and semi-auto function by sacrificing size and weight for the mentioned accuracy. 9-10lbs with scope and A2 stock. Now, I am going the other way. No need for a premium air gauged Douglas barrel in this one. This one is for 2 things:
1. Closer targets (50-300 yards with 55gr-62gr. Max 400yrd with 77gr keeping a decent grouping)
2. Maneuverability. (In and out of vehicles, rooms, dense thickets etc.)
3. Fast target acquisition and engagement (Sight with wide field of view and easy to use reticle. Minimal bullet drop compensations but no mil-dots, range finder etchings etc.)
It will have a Specwar 5.56 suppressor so I will be using the supplied Flash Hider with a minimum 10" barrel. No tooth fillings rattling muzzle brakes! No 10"-11" arguments here. 100fps-200fps isn't anything I care about. You hit a target with a 2,000fps projectile, it's going to do something- so the size of your barrel doesn't matter. 1" MOA isn't in the vocabulary either. Just a normal 4" or less grouping at 100 yards. I am specifically avoiding piston type uppers because I already have an AK and/or I can't afford the HK 416 upper (yet) which would be the ideal package. What I do care about in order is..
1. Reliability over hundreds of rounds, if not thousands, without cleaning and only minimal re-lube.
2. Compact size (it is an SBR so I'm making it short)
3. Light Weight
So here is where I am starting. Spikes Zombie Stripped Lower is waiting on the U.S. Government and their stickers. My build is focusing on a TEOTWAWKI, Zombie epidemic, mass hysteria and looters. A gun that is used where speed, light weight, in-out maneuverability are key but something that will work %100 of the time. So I have narrowed things down to these few and I already have or I have ordered:
Spikes Zombie Stripped Lower--> http://www.spikestactical.com/lower-multi-forged-zombie-livedead-markings-p-566.html
Innovative Arms WAR upper--> http://innovativearms.com/war/
SilencerCo Specwar 5.56 Suppressor--> https://silencerco.com/silencers/specwar/#tab-2
Nickel Boron bolt carrier group for easy cleaning
So that is where I am starting. Looking at things like:
Noveske Barrels are a 'possibility'--> http://www.noveske.com/collections/barrels/products/diplomat-5-56mm-barrel
Tac-Con's 3MR Trigger--> https://tacconusa.com/products/view.php?id=21
Daniel Defense barrels are a little cheaper--> https://danieldefense.com/cold-hamm...-3-5-56mm-carbine-1-7-government-profile.html
Daniel Defense MK18 RIS II Rail (if I can find one)--> https://www.danieldefense.com/rail-systems/ris-ii/mk18-rail-interface-system-ii-ris-ii-1123.html
SO... ideas? Experiences? Recommendations? Free floating is almost a must. So is a well made gas block but everything else is optional based on price. Stocks? Triggers? Rails? Barrels? Grips? Sights? Firing pins? Am leaning towards a red dot type with low profile BUIS, possibly a EoTech Zombie XPS2-Z2. Please avoid the "I would buy..." type of comments. I am looking more for the "I bought a... and liked it because of... or didn't like it because of..." Real experience are worth their weight in gold. ANY INFORMATION ON THE WAR UPPER WILL BE THOROUGHLY READ AND RE-READ as it is a whole new beast to play with. Especially looking for experiences with that particular part.
For those of you keeping score at home, I did go to my local gun shop and spoke with them about suppressing an SBR. Pro's and con's of pistons vs DI. Parts and advise and the sort of questioning old timers know how to answer. Guys, you can order stuff online all day at $20 less per part, but when you support your local guy and have them involved and buy some their marked up parts, you not only support them allowing them to stay open, but you also have someone experienced to ask about or fix what you broke who may just be a short drive away. Just think about that before you order a lot of stuff online. I'll pay that extra few bucks every now and then to get to someone who knows the answer already. My old gun smith... $60. Doesn't matter if you wanted... a trigger job on a 1911, a pinned muzzle device, fixing grandpa's old wall hanger or having a barrel threaded. It was always $60. That was it. Now how much does the online place charge? $100? $140? And you have to pay shipping? Think about that.
Thanks
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