AR-15 Help

[jimmyj]

I am "Out Of The Loop" on Assault Rifles.
I have been "Considering" (without Penny's Knowledge) on saving my allowance for a AR-15 type rifle.
The U.S Military M4 (?) Carbine looks ideal. What is the civilian model ?
What are the manufactures that offer complete rifles.
Which ones should my dreams avoid ?
Thanks,
Jimmy

 

[Hapworth]

If you're looking for basic, mil-spec, rock solid reliable, get a Colt 6920. It's the civilian M4, identical except for a 16" barrel instead of the 14.5", and semi-auto rather than select-fire. It's the standard bearer for a reason, and the prices right now are the best they've been in years; you can find them for about $850.

If you're looking to spend a little less, the only one I'd consider is a S&W M&P Sport; they're excellent entry-level ARs good for most reasonable use.

If you're considering spending more, a BCM or Daniel Defense with a mid-length gas system, outfitted to your liking, would be what I'd do.

 

[Comrad]

I've been shopping and Windham Weaponry is on my short list.

 

[hardluk1]

You can buy a rifle or kit from palmetto state armory for 499 some with free shipping , some cover your wants with a chrome bore but with 16" barrel . Assembly takes minor tools you may be able to borrow locally and 1/2hr time . Easy to build . Or build from parts as you can . Shop apex precision or buds or gun broker and AR Parts for matching upper and lower , even blemished models for some like apex are top notch . mant sight ship year on holidays too . Mid a mid length gas system as they run better .

I have built both mine from mixed brand parts .

 

[deputy tom]

For an AR on the cheap that will give plenty of fun on the range and can be used for HD a S&W Sport would be my first choice followed by a Del-ton. Up the price range Stag Arms makes nice guns as do Windham Weaponry and Colt. I don't have experience with higher tier/ priced ARs. Good luck in your quest. tom.

 

[Muss Muggins]

I have two DPMS Oracles, one in 5.56 and one in .308. For the price, I'm very pleased with both of them.

 

[WVSig]

Colt LE6920 or the FN 15 Carbine are the close to the M4 as you can get without paying the tax stamp. 16" barrels.

FNH USA - Distinct Advantage :: FN15<sup>

Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC > Catalog > Rifles > LE6920 Series

That said there are tons of good AR15s out there. It is a great time to get an AR. There are quality rifles as low as $600 complete.

 

[Collo Rosso]

It's been a few years but I ordered a complete upper (16" hammer forged, chrome lined, mid length gas) from Palmetto state and built the lower myself from a blem. A few months later I ordered a premium 16" carbine upper and built another lower for a Christmas gift for my son. Both have been excellent.
I think it's getting hard to buy a truly bad AR. Also, we're talking civilian use here. To be honest, at my age facing a squad of young, well trained men, using my AR on myself would bring the inevitable to a quicker conclusion.