I agree. There’s “match grade” barrels on here all the time that a smith can swap out quickly and you may or may not even need a new gas block and tube, which are relatively inexpensive. That swap alone would likely improve accuracy a great deal. A nice trigger helps too but like he said, you can do it a little at a time or not at all.
I can't say if they have changed barrels at any point. The gun's I've used were made across the last 7 years.
This pretty much nails it. Just pick one that has features you like (barrel length, barrel contour, handguard, accessories, etc) and call it good.
I think that's a little harsh. (i mean Armalites actually work!)
The Ruger and Armalite both have slimmer hand guards. I haven’t shot the Ruger but as stated above many AR’s in that price range are very similar
I had two over the years and liked them. They ran like tops but accuracy varied for me, still plenty good enough for intended purposes. I keep telling myself, 'start reloading' when I retire
I would pass simply because of the pic gas block and having to buy sights. The S&w mp15 would be a solid choice for a budget ar.I know Armalite isnt the same as it used to be but this seems like a decent gun for the price..especially in this market! Also love the slimmer handguard!
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With code IWI60 the price is 739
Truth. I had a choice between $1100 rifles and $1000 cash at a prize table this summer. I chose the rifle thinking I could just leave it alone and shoot it as is. Nope. I'll be $800-900 into new parts before I'm done and I don't even have an optic for it yet. I should've known better and grabbed the money.
Looks good to me........but then, almost all guns and rifles do.I know Armalite isnt the same as it used to be but this seems like a decent gun for the price..especially in this market! Also love the slimmer handguard!
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You might want to consider a decent AR-15 class that shows you many things you might not know about the platform like cleaning, disassembly for cleaning, etc.. In the classes we run we have a half dozen loaners of different types the students are welcome to use and the same number of different optics.. you'll leave with your own opinion of what's good or what fits you best.I know Armalite isnt the same as it used to be but this seems like a decent gun for the price..especially in this market! Also love the slimmer handguard!
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BCM uses FN barrels which are some of the best you would want on a duty grade weapon. We have a bunch and they all shoot under MOA with the right ammo and the shooter doing their part.
I've never viewed ARs...5.56 or 308....as accuracy rifles. They are for firepower at close to mid-range. Spend your accuracy/long range dollars on a bolt gun. There is nothing one can't replace with basic hand tools. Doubting you will be clearing rooms or charging enemy positions....yet...with that AR. Just get into the game. Buy it, shoot it, enjoy it, keep basic maintenance parts package on hand. Upgrade as some part keeps you from enjoying it. Or as you enjoy this one, and decide what is critical to you that this one doesn't meet, save up for another higher on the pecking order. One isn't restricted to a sole AR....at least not at this time. Nike it...Just do it!!!!I know Armalite isnt the same as it used to be but this seems like a decent gun for the price..especially in this market! Also love the slimmer handguard!
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They are, and so are many others. But it's an easy issue to compensate for.
Funny how that works. Many people end up with 50-60% of their AR on the range and 50-40% of it in a drawer somewhere..
This is sad. There are many accurate AR type rifles and they're commonly used for all tasks including interdiction. I have many sub-MOA AR's and a half dozen or more in the .4-.6moa capability. They probably shoot better but that's the best I can do. Four of my AR-15's are capable of better than .6-.7moa at 1000m, shooting 6.5g, 6mm ARC, and .224 Valkyrie. I'm currently having a blast with my 6mm ARC getting pretty regular .4" groups.. and that's with factory ammo. I'll start handloading for it soon and expect to do better. Keep in mind that the .223 cartridge has been around a while and is well sorted, so most properly assembled .223 AR's shoot MOA or better with the right factory ammo. But the .224 Valkyrie especially takes a lot more effect to achieve the best from it. We live in fun times.
Yeah this (and the comments about shitty ammo). Even my AK (a notorious 'inaccurate' rifle) can hold decent groups and it is well known that the AR lends itself to accuracy over other semi-auto designs.
I know others have addressed this but with the wide availability of parts, I would build one from scratch. What you want the rifle to accomplish will dictate what parts you get. If you are patient and hit sales, you will end up with a rifle that performs as good or better than premade ARs costing $1500 plus.I know Armalite isnt the same as it used to be but this seems like a decent gun for the price..especially in this market! Also love the slimmer handguard!
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This is why I've never purchased one complete rifle. I've purchased 3 complete uppers, because they were exactly what I was looking for. The rest of the uppers and lowers I built to my needs/wants.
