DPMS AR-308 uppers

[BigAndy]

I just got a DPMS 308 lower in trade over the weekend and was wondering if you gentlemen could tell me where to get a reasonably priced, 24 inch bull barrelled upper. I'd like to make a decent mid-range target gun and money's tight. I plan on stocking the rifle with a MagPul PRS stock and a custom LPK; so I just need a good deal on the barrelled upper.
Thanks,
Jason

 

[TigOlBitteez]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I picked mine up off of gunbroker for $650 including shipping. Midway has them new for $750. Good starting points.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=139076

 

[WRM]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I'd check with these guys:

http://www.rguns.net/rifles/rifles-semiauto-ar15-uppers-308.shtml

I don't think they keep IN/OUT of stock updated, so best to call them.

Bill

 

[BigAndy]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

Thanks for the input fellas. It seems that the discount sites have better prices, but don't have many chrome-lined bores.

 

[DitchDoctor]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I just picked mine up from www.rguns.com
I went with a free floated 24", fluted & threaded on the A3 upper receiver with forward assist, dust cover, bolt and charging handle for $750. Also grabbed a vortex FH.

It's these kinds of buying splurges that keeps my girlfriend from wanting to marry me. Sooo.. things seem to be working out perfectly. Hahaha

 

[DitchDoctor]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I joined this site after my purchase and now think I may have made a mistake going so long. I'm seeing a large number of guys going with 18" and 20" etc.. a couple even talking about cutting their 24" down to 21" or shorter. I probably should do a little more reading next time I embark on such costly endeavors. Either way I am PSYCHED about getting this sucker built and to the range.

 

[AXEMAN]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

you can always shorten easier than lengthen too

there is a nice upper on here for $600

http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2619870#Post2619870

 

[BigAndy]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I called Rguns and they said chrome-lining is 1960s' tehcnology. Does that mean they just don't stock lined barrels or is chrome-moly good enough to neglect the chrome? My DPMS 5.56 barrel gets pretty nasty after about 20-30 rounds, I thought 308 would be even worse.

 

[RuLins05]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

Most DPMS 308 barrels are stainless and some Chrome-moly. DPMS to my knowledge doesn't make a chrome lined 308. The new Bushmaster's which are DPMS patterned are available with a Chrome lined barrel.

Stainless has a good wear life and is easy cleaning but doesn't have the loss of accuracy possible with chrome lining

 

[Travis S]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

While chrome lining is "old technology" it is far from outdated. It has its uses, and places. Target rifles not being one of them for the most part. There are a few alternatives to chrome available if that's what your after.

 

[pickpick]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I have one of these and, it will out shoot me. My best 600 yrd f/tr score was with it and 155gr SMK. I put a PRS on it and a RRA 2stage trigger in it.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/default.aspx?productNumber=617264

 

[SPfeiffer]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

I have a 308 SASS and it is a shootin machine! 18 in barrel and it will shoot 1000 yds all day long! My suggestion would be to invest in the SASS upper from DPMS and don't look back!

 

[BigAndy]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

Last questions, chrome-moly or stainless for a 24 inch mid-range target gun? Also, for the Rguns threaded uppers, can I just put on any brake (are they 5/8 standard threads)?

 

[J.Boyette]

Re: DPMS AR-308 uppers

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=26619/avs|Manufacturer_1=DPMS%20FIREARMS%20LLC/Product/AR_STYLE__308_LR_308_FLATTOP_UPPER_RECEIVER

John