Looking into getting an AR..

[Kaigar]

So, say you've got about $700-$800 to play with, and are wanting a decent AR. What would be some solid options to look into?

 

[aaron580]

So, say you've got about $700-$800 to play with, and are wanting a decent AR. What would be some solid options to look into?

Build a PSA kit for under 600$ and spend the rest on stuff

 

[trophy hunter]

PSA 16" Stainless Mid-length 1/7 Freedom Rifle Kit

add stripped lower and your set.

 

[Txlur]

Ammunition will be tough on that budget

 

[Kaigar]

Damn y'all are quick...

I was looking at the PSA kits, I just wasn't sure if it would be better to go that route or to just buy a complete one outright.

Also, that's not the budget, I just have a decent chunk of extra cash coming in and figured I might as well buy a decent rifle. Ammo isn't an issue when you have a buddy who reloads 5.56

 

[M67]

Smith and Wesson and Del Ton

 

[xM3RC1L3SS1x]

Build a PSA kit for under 600$ and spend the rest on stuff

+1

 

[Lammchop93]

I'm a huge fan of anything made by doublestar. I bought mine with all the magpul furniture for $900, so I bet you could get a base model for less. I have 1000 rounds through mine, and not a single hiccup. I highly recommend them.

 

[Jeremy1066]

A quick search found this The Kentucky Gun Co.-Mobile. Great complete rifle out the door for $549.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

I recently got a Del-Ton Sierra 316/MOE->
mid-length heavy profile barrel (chrome moly - manganese phosphated), 16", 1/9 twist, M4 feed ramps, A2 flash hider, chrome lined carrier interior and key, properly staked and sealed gas key, all forged aluminum and mil-spec upper/lower, MOE stock, MOE heat resistant mid length handguard, MOE triggerguard, MOE grip, comes with 30rd Pmag, case, etc.
I've come to find that Del-Ton makes a quality rifle for a decent price. this one MSRP is $858. you can get one for less than that. Del-Ton has other models ranging from a "sport" model on up...
I put 84 rounds through mine yesterday and it shot like a dream.

 

[philbert001]

A buddy of mine just got this at ZX guns, right here in the Fort, I think he said for like $850. Check em out, and see if they still have any.

RECON

You can build one a little cheaper, but by the time you buy the tools, (Or the beer for someone who has em), you'll be quickly approaching your budget and it won't have this many goodies!

 

[Txlur]

Save 1-200$ more, Colt 6720/6920. It will hold its value as a 'for fun' purchase.

 

[blue2golf]

+1 for Del-Ton. Plenty to choose from in the $700-$800 range.

Or you could go even cheaper, get a Smith and Wesson M&P Sport from Slickguns.com for under $600. Ready to shoot right out of the box, even comes with a rear Magpul BUS. Use the leftover cash to buy a sling, ammo and mags.

 

[IndyGlockMan]

All good suggestions.
If you shop around and build one, you can do it well with in your budget.
lots of companies have base model rifles for $600-750 and are very good rifles.

if you can, build one. At least build the lower so you can get the trigger you want, grip, stock, etc...
consider buying some used parts that are in good condition to save some money.
uppers are easy to find and in any configuration you can imagine.

 

[mvician]

The Colts have funky pins and such. I'd stick with the Doublestar.

Colt has used standard hammer/trigger pins for about the past 5 years.

OP

Research. Take your time doing it. Asking a broad question will just get you pages of what everyone thinks is best.
Or mis-information like the above.

Figure out what you want/need, then you'll have something to "aim" for.

 

[Bfish]

PSA 16" Stainless Mid-length MOE Freedom Carbine

I love to build, but this is way better than building as far as bang for your buck! Just ordered several...

 

[nipprdog]

Spikes Tactical 5.56/.223 16" Midlength Rifle

 

[Joseph]

I have a 6920 its a great rifle but not really any different than any other. The.le roll mark is cool though and I got it before the last scare. It looks nothing wlike the original now so I would get a cheaper on or.build one yourself they all do the same thing. If I did it over I would have built my own so I could have had more cash for ammo but I love it none the less

 

[T.Lex]

Check out the INGO classifieds. I see some good deals there.

 

[tackshot]

I also psa, they've been having some deals on both uppers and lowers with magpul furniture . Have been catching my eye