First AR Build complete

[dcary7]

Well it's been an ongoing thing since July, but here is how it will stay (for the time being) lol. My first AR. I decided I wanted to build it. Ordered a rifle kit and stripped lower from Palmetto State Armory, full magpul hardware. I'm pleased with it. Was cheaper to build it, I learned more about how the gun works, and it was really easy.

Nothing fancy, but I am happy with it. Sorry the picture is grainy- cell phone pic.

 

[bart2278]

It's beautiful. Congratulations on the new family member.

 

[Scuba591]

I've been wanting to do this for some time... now all I need is the time and $$

 

[gvsugod]

Looks good. I did my lower last week. Now I am just waiting for the $$ for an upper. Its very fulfilling.

 

[Lunati]

Bought all my parts within 2 weeks need a BCG and i'll have my complete AR for under $750 during the craziness. Nice looking build, hope mine turns out like that.

 

[amboran]

Great looking rifle! Scary-looking and saved some$$$.Thanks for sharing.

 

[loudpedal]

Yea that thing is sweet.

It looks so good it must be banned!
Not just for our safety. Let's do it for the kids.

 

[nucular]

Is that an acs-l? I just switched over to one of those from a generic a2 stock and I must say it is very nice.

 

[Switch4169]

Congrats on your build looks good!! Just purchased my first lower and trigger group. Can't wait to get started!!!

 

[jharrison]

I'm wanting to build mine too any suggestions I'm kinda going in blind

 

[dcary7]

Thanks for the comments all! I can't wait to get it to the range and break it in!

Yes it is the ACS stock. From handling/shouldering the rifle I like it. It seems pretty comfortable.

My recommendation is to do a lot of homework. Read and Read what you can. As far as assembly, it really is pretty easy minus one or too finicky lil parts. The more you read about it you will understand the differences in them, function, etc so that you can better pick one to do what you want. I had never shot a Palmetto State Armory AR before I ordered mine. Took a shot in the dark on it, BUT i could not find any valid negative reviews online about their company. I have since shot one that a friend of mine assembled before I got mine complete. It shot great, trigger had a lil crunch in it, but not terrible. It'll probably get a new trigger group at some point, but the gun functioned flawlessly. A trigger and some glass is about all I will do to it when finances allow it.

Best advice I can give ya is read all you can, and shoot as many as you can. If you know anyone who has AR's, ask them if you can shoot them and tell them youll provide the ammo. Gotta pick what fits you best for your purpose.

Good luck to ya,

dcary7

 

[SIGnature45]

I would love to do this as well, but it's such a bad time to start. Wait is so long to get parts shipped, they are ungodly expensive, etc etc.

Someday... for now I'll just keep building my 10/22 so when springtime comes I can have ATF days with the guys on the porch waiting for rabid possums to come strollin by

 

[jaybob275]

Nice build, get some optics.

 

[dcary7]

Nice build, get some optics.

Yeah, I'm researching optics right now. Taking my time on it, hoping to find a good deal.

 

[Mgderf]

I'm wanting to build mine too any suggestions I'm kinda going in blind

My first suggestion would be to open your eyes!

It's not rocket-scientistry, but I don't know anyone that can put a lower parts kit in blind. I'm not saying it can't be done, just that I don't know any blind people that have done it.

Come to think of it, I don't think I know any blind people.

Anyway, it's easier if you look.

 

[Jarhead77]

Congrats! Welcome to the club!!!

 

[davedolli]

Black rifles are the best. When it comes to building your first upper you may loose a spring or 2 and a detent. lol

Dave

 

[DSTanner]

Very Nice!!! I am also working on my first AR build. Can't wait to get it finished.

 

[bcannon]

Nice rifle! Good job.

 

[ghostdncr]

Awesome build! Looks like a rifle that will serve you well across a wide range of needs.