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post 1513553251 07-27-2017, 06:37 AM
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So You Want to Buy an AR15, 7/27 Edition

Somehow, you're an American who still doesn't own an AR15. I don't know how this is possible, but here's how to fix it for $511:

Have this complete lower shipped to your FFL, $179.99:https://aeroprecisionusa.com/ar15-co...ndard-fde.html


Have this complete upper shipped to your house, $285.00:http://www.schuylerarmsco.com/produc...des-bcg-ch-993


Have this rear sight shipped to your house, $46.99:http://www.opticsplanet.com/magpul-m...ght-gen-2.html


Quick video showing how to clean an AR15, which is also how you'd assemble the above components:




Of course, you'll need mags and ammo. Here's 10 PMAGs and 1000 rounds for $299.99 after rebate:http://palmettostatearmory.com/1000-...magazines.html








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post 1513553411 07-27-2017, 06:39 AM
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post 1513554211 07-27-2017, 06:50 AM
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Does this guide stand if I'm in the military and don't have as many restrictions as civilians or should I buy the pieces elsewhere?
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post 1513554631 07-27-2017, 06:59 AM
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Originally Posted By Legacyx⏩
Does this guide stand if I'm in the military and don't have as many restrictions as civilians or should I buy the pieces elsewhere?
Being active duty isn't going to affect what is commercially available to you. I don't know if you're able to own an AR15 in Connecticut. If you're 21 years old, you can buy the above pieces, which are about as cheap as you can get an AR15 without it being a piece of trash.
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post 1513554781 07-27-2017, 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted By Legacyx⏩
Does this guide stand if I'm in the military and don't have as many restrictions as civilians or should I buy the pieces elsewhere?
Nah bro. You just need to go sign out some pieces from your armorer, and then proceed to put down fake name, battle roster, etc. Take the pieces home. When CID investigates you say you got the military grade hardware from somewhere else, since you know, being in the military allows you to somehow get military grade hardware elsewhere.

The guide is good. Just use it lol.

EDIT: Wizard above had a more serious answer.
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Originally Posted By Legacyx⏩
Does this guide stand if I'm in the military and don't have as many restrictions as civilians or should I buy the pieces elsewhere?
The military does not afford you any privilege with regard to personally owned weapons plebe
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It could be done even cheaper if you watch for deals.

Palmetto state armory has some



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sweet

and thats all I need?
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Originally Posted By GerbilFarmer⏩
It could be done even cheaper if you watch for deals.

Palmetto state armory has some



God bless you OP. For once OP is not a *******
You can go cheaper, but not at this quality level, which is the point of the posting.
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post 1513555181 07-27-2017, 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted By OnlyMiscNotFit⏩
sweet

and thats all I need?
It is all you need, except that they won't ship the lower to California because you don't have any rights.
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post 1513555251 07-27-2017, 07:08 AM
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Originally Posted By blumpkin415⏩
The military does not afford you any privilege with regard to personally owned weapons plebe
You can smell the green grass on him lol. Highly reminiscent of the guys who wear their uniforms to the malls after duty. "Oh, you just drove 20 miles from Fort Carson to Chapel Hills? Tell me more about how you didn't have time to stop at home, 6pm in the evening, for socially acceptable dresswear."
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post 1513555331 07-27-2017, 07:09 AM
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
It is all you need, except that they won't ship the lower to California because you don't have any rights.
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post 1513555501 07-27-2017, 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
Being active duty isn't going to affect what is commercially available to you. I don't know if you're able to own an AR15 in Connecticut. If you're 21 years old, you can buy the above pieces, which are about as cheap as you can get an AR15 without it being a piece of trash.
Originally Posted By Neuronecrosis⏩
Nah bro. You just need to go sign out some pieces from your armorer, and then proceed to put down fake name, battle roster, etc. Take the pieces home. When CID investigates you say you got the military grade hardware from somewhere else, since you know, being in the military allows you to somehow get military grade hardware elsewhere.

The guide is good. Just use it lol.

EDIT: Wizard above had a more serious answer.
Originally Posted By blumpkin415⏩
The military does not afford you any privilege with regard to personally owned weapons plebe
lets not get our panties in a bunch because liberal Connecticut has assault rifle bans with exceptions for law enforcement and military. Figured you aficionados would know better than me. Are lowers not controlled in your state?
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post 1513555641 07-27-2017, 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted By Legacyx⏩
lets not get our panties in a bunch because liberal Connecticut has assault rifle bans with exceptions for law enforcement and military. Figured you aficionados would know better than me. Are lowers not controlled in your state?
Let's not get our panties in a bunch. The way you asked your question, I thought the same thing they did.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
You can go cheaper, but not at this quality level, which is the point of the posting.
Can you elaborate on the factors that determine a "quality" AR-15? I've been wanting one for a while, but don't have anywhere I could shoot it other than a small indoor range.
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I don't own an AR. I own 5 AR's.... Still poverty number tho haha
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post 1513556351 07-27-2017, 07:24 AM
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Would using this method make for a good first gun OP?
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Originally Posted By Legacyx⏩
lets not get our panties in a bunch because liberal Connecticut has assault rifle bans with exceptions for law enforcement and military. Figured you aficionados would know better than me. Are lowers not controlled in your state?
I don't know if Aero will ship to Connecticut. Lower aside, you can have the upper/rear sight shipped to your house.
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Pretty sweet deal. Wonder if they include free samples of Freedom, like BB.com gives free samples of pre-workout, when they ship it to you?
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Originally Posted By Jax05⏩
Pretty sweet deal. Wonder if they include free samples of Freedom, like BB.com gives free samples of pre-workout, when they ship it to you?
LaRue tactical will often include free bumper stickers, dillo dust, pocket Constitution, and maybe a dillo Christmas tree ornament/bottle opener.
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Originally Posted By Gunite⏩
Would using this method make for a good first gun OP?
Yes, the AR15 is an incredibly easy gun to learn on. Recoil is negligible, ammo is cheap and readily available (I think with the rebate you can get ammo at Walmart for under 30 cents/rd), and the ergonomics on the gun are amazing. Upgrading the furniture (handguard, stock, pistol grip) is very easy, and is toolless except for the pistol grip, which requires a screwdriver.

It's a useful firearm for defending yourself at home, and is a ton of fun at the range.
Originally Posted By FL_Z32⏩
Can you elaborate on the factors that determine a "quality" AR-15? I've been wanting one for a while, but don't have anywhere I could shoot it other than a small indoor range.
Factors for determining a quality AR15:
-Material:
Receivers and Buffer tube should be 7075 Aluminum
Bolt Carrier should be 8620
Bolt should be Carpenter 158
Barrel should be 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium and either Nitride (QPQ) or Chrome lined.
-Barrel Twist should be 1:7
-Staking
Properly staked castle nut and gas key

This is an older guide that highlights these points. QPQ wasn't being used in rifles at the time.https://forum.officer.com/forum/equi...y-an-ar-15-huh

While a midlength gas system is preferable, they're harder to find at this pricepoint. Carbine gas systems still run, and have run reliably for decades, they're just slightly less smooth. If your indoor range is at least 25 yards, you can still have a good time with an AR. While it's fun to stretch an AR out, shooting an AR with irons at 25 yds is a good time as well.
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Originally Posted By Jax05⏩
Pretty sweet deal. Wonder if they include free samples of Freedom, like BB.com gives free samples of pre-workout, when they ship it to you?
Every purchase of an Aero Product I've made through Aero has included a big logo sticker.

Here's an alternate lower option with Extra Swag, though you have to build it yourself:

https://aeroprecisionusa.com/ar15-st...wer-betsy.html
https://aeroprecisionusa.com/ar15-standard-lpk.html
https://aeroprecisionusa.com/ar15-buffer-kit.html
https://aeroprecisionusa.com/b5-brav...kit-black.html

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