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  1. EdwardArmsCo

    Hello from Edward Arms Company

    Well Howdy, Edward Arms Company is a new member of the Snipers Hide Forums. We are an Arizona based 07 / C2 Manufacturer of AR15 components and Rifles like so many others :). Our business specializes in the custom small runs of rifles and parts (from 1 - 150 pieces). We do much in house...
  2. EdwardArmsCo

    Just some simple pictures of a few Edward Arms Builds

    Most of the firearms have the same internals, just external finishes may be different, 1/7 " 16" M4 profiled barrel cut with a 5.56mm chamber reamer, then sent to Phoenix heat treating for nitriding. Billet upper / Lower receivers T6061 cut from USA billet stock then Anodized at Southwest...
  3. M

    16" 1-7 AR15 loads

    Ive searched so much ive got information overload.... My rifle (AR15) is a Kreiger 1-7 16" 4 groove barrel with Compass Lakes match chamber. With SMK impossible to find, I settled on 60gr Hornady VMax bullets for Coyotes. Ive read everything from H4895, Varget compressed loads), Benchmark...
  4. P

    How Accurate Can an AR15 Be?

    I would like to know just how accurate an AR15 can be, at short ranges, such as 100 and 200 yards, using a bag or bi-pod. Assume the rifle is built using high quality parts best suited for this kind of shooting and either Lapua or hand loaded ammo optimized for the gun. Repeatable 1 MOA, 1/2...
  5. S

    Gunsmithing steel casing for ar-15 rounds jamming

    I have recently purchased my 1st ar-15 rifle, DPMS Panther. I was shooting Wolf ammunition which was steel-cased and after only 6 rounds the rifle jammed w/ a live round in the receiver. I was able to extract the round w/ help from DPMS's tech's over the phone. They said not to use the steel...
  6. deersniper

    Riser cheek piece for ar15?

    Looking for a cheek piece/ riser for an AR collapsible stock to make it easier to use a night vision scope. Any ideas? I have seen a few that snap on but reviews are mixed. Looking at this one: http://www.uws.com/CHEROKEE/HomePage.html
  7. operatorj

    AR-15 9mm vs. 223

    I am considering building a 9mm AR SBR and was looking for some input on the subject. It will have a 10.5" barrel and i have heard pos and cons buth ways. Any help and insight would be great.
  8. wksinatl

    Found Colt .22 Conversion for AR15

    I had forgotten that I had this. I got it about 10yrs ago. I have never tried it. Anyone running one of these? Not sure if I want to play with it or get rid of it. If I haven't used it in 10yrs I must not need it too bad............. EDIT, I got it out and looked at it. It has some powder...
  9. swarrick

    Lower for AR-15 *CA*

    I need a bare lower for a AR-15, I have everything else in DPMS. I just need a Commiefornia LEGAL lower so I can get my AR up and running. So far it will be a standard .223 20 inch heavy barrel flat top. Can anybody suggest one brand over another? I have found the "off list" list but I do not...
  10. improwler

    AR-15 A2 Upper config question

    I have used my A2 upper for years, even mounted an eotech to one, but I am being told that I am outdated, no one uses A2 uppers anymore. I actually like the A2 front site and carry handle rear sight set-up. Am I a freaking dinosaur or what? Besides an obvious flat top, what would i be missing...
  11. 308skinner

    Looking for a AR15 barrel.

    Ok guys heres what i woundering bout. I looking for a good barrel that is know to have a good rep to them. Im not looking to spend more then $350 at the max. Any thoughts on what make to get. Im wanting a 20inch heavy barrel with a 1/9 or 1/8 twist ready to mount up to my upper. Anything will be...
  12. M

    Rifle Scopes Looking for help on AR15 sights

    I'm in the process of joining the Arizona Rangers. We do tons of work with the local police and teenagers. One unique aspect of the Rangers is that we are volunteer, we pay for our own uniforms - arms - and ride to our service location, and we do it because we love it not for money. For my...
  13. Mgordon

    Every American should own at least one AR-15!!!!

    Or 8 would be even better..... From Left to Right.. Bushmaster A1 Upper. Good KISS gun. RRA M4. RRA 20" rifle. D/D 14" lite, Wilson Barrel RRA/Vltor 18" Pac-Nor Super Match, D/D 14" lite, Mk 4 LRT 3.5x10.40 Illuminated TMR RRA Custom built Varmint rifle. Remington VLS .22-250 barrel re...
  14. J

    Question regarding AR15 front sight compatability

    This is what my AR looks like now minus optics: http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c17/rumblephish12r/P1030427.jpg?t=1244782201 Would this front sight/carry handle combo work? It seems like the carry handle could fit on the Picatinny, but how would the front sight be attached...
  15. E

    AR-15 Upper Blueprints Needed

    Hello all, I am a machinist looking for prints for an AR-15 upper, preferably government prints. I've looked and looked and can only find a set of solid models, which may or may not be to spec. Anything will help. Tks, Ed
  16. 1

    Gunsmithing So you want to build an Ar15?

    Hello everyone, I am new here and I in no way consider myself an expert. I simply have some experience with building an AR. Since I have come to this forum, I have seen a large volume of AR-15 questions about issues that seem to perplex some. I am not inferring ignorance towards anyone, and...
  17. HitEmHard

    Gunsmithing AR15 safety

    So I looked/searched around, but I can't find what I'm looking for. 1. can I simply reverse the safety on my AR for my lefthanded shooting? 2. Is there a way to have an ambidextrous mag release on the AR15? thanks, D
  18. 308skinner

    Photos AR15 Flattop

    My RRA Flattop
  19. H

    Suppressors AR-15 Thread adapters (For suppressor)

    Sorry, I know I have seen these on the sight before, but I cannot find them by searching here or on Google. Any way I have seen some simple thread adapters that thread onto the end of an AR-15 barrel 1/2 X 28 and increase it to 5/8 X 24. I am trying to find some of these. Thanks for your help...
  20. G

    Gunsmithing Cycling Problems on New AR-15 Build- SOLVED

    I've put together an AR from some bits and pieces that I've picked up over the past several months. Got out to shoot it yesterday and had cycling issues from the start. I had stuck cases several times and it never fed properly, with the bolt closing on an empty chamber in most instances. Came...