building my first AR. what "must have" items are i missing?

[n4p226r 105]

so im building my first AR.  i kinda went all out.  but i feel like i need a few more things.  here's what im thinking.

 

What i have or have coming to me

 

Lower:

noveske chainsaw gen II lower

colt lower parts kit without trigger or safety lever

geissele SSA

bad-cass long/short lever

noveske end plate

vltor imod kit

tangodown bg-17

vltor swivel swing stud

 

Upper:

noveske / vltor MUR upper

noveske 14.5" low profile CHF barrel

noveske 13.5" NSR

pinned battlecomp 1.5

noveske / troy flip up sights

aimpoint micro T1 in ADM socom mount

haley strategic thorntail mount and inforce light

 

also have a few 15/30 and 10rd pmags

 

 

still need:

1.discreet small rifle bag, probably one that carries the upper and lower separately.  suggestions?

2.probably a good idea to pick up that new raven concealment ar upper guard if i am going to do that

3.some sling??

4.cleaning tools.  i have a 22 caliber bore snake that i hardly used with my 10/22.  and milcom grease, oil, and cleaner.  what else would i need?

5. the vltor kit comes with a carbine buffer but it seems noveske ships most of their 5.56 rifles with H buffer.  for $25 i guess ill pick one of those up too.  

 

also need a better understanding of how to properly sight it in.  and at what distance do you zero the red dot and iron sights for.  

 

so whats the consensus.  

[dwamp2006 1]

"i kinda went all out" - That was an understatement! Sorry i cant help, but i cant wait to see this thing when your done!

[greatgunstatenj 32]

Not sure if any of the parts mentioned include something like this

 

 

http://www.tacticallink.com/Battery_Assist_Lever.html

[n4p226r 105]

im kinda torn on the BAD lever.  i've heard mixed reviews on it not allowing the bolt to lock back.  and it looks a little weird.  i'd probably just get a billet ambi lower if i wanted that function i guess.  i may change my mind.  

[n4p226r 105]

"i kinda went all out" - That was an understatement! Sorry i cant help, but i cant wait to see this thing when your done!

haha.  well it is a chainsaw lower, which is good because i suck at putting the bolt catch release in.  so i didnt technically go "all" out.  but i pretty much didnt cheap out anywhere that i can think of.  i guess whats worse is im thinking of building a 22 AR that is the exact same thing except for an H1 and gen1 noveske chainsaw lower.  

[GRIZ 3,369]

If you really want a discreet carrying case get one made for an electronic keyboard.

[ogfarmer 138]

the tennis racket style AR bags are discreet

[n4p226r 105]

are they actual AR bags?  got a link?

 

what i'd really love is for tactical tailor to make a bigger version of their "gun rug" with the two compartments.  one for the upper and one for the lower.  

[alowerlevel 77]

For a bag Id look at this http://www.laruetactical.com/covert-rifle-case-mkII

 

For slings either a BFG VCAS, or Troy VTAC.

 

On the zero probably the most common is going to be the 50yd zero.

[JimmyAGR 54]

Here is a bag from Larue Tactical that fits your needs

 

http://www.laruetactical.com/covert-rifle-case-mkII

 

I have my red dot and irons at 50 yds. and hits 1" high at 200 yds. with my handloads.

[JimmyAGR 54]

For a bag Id look at this http://www.laruetactical.com/covert-rifle-case-mkII

 

For slings either a BFG VCAS, or Troy VTAC.

 

On the zero probably the most common is going to be the 50yd zero.

 Beat me to it...

[n4p226r 105]

how would the vcas attach to pushbutton swivels?

[alowerlevel 77]

how would the vcas attach to pushbutton swivels?

 

 Just put them on the loops on the end, IWC sells them with QDs and a tri-glide http://www.impactweaponscomponents.com/category/combo-deals/slings-1/

[Scorpio64 5,189]

As covert as covert can be.  plenty of room for two rifles and a pile of accessories.  Some modding will likely be required.

 

http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11372011&cp=11923746.11958565.2782299&parentPage=family

[seamusSU 0]

I'm currently using an acoustic guitar gig bag as covert case. I attached some velcro straps inside to hold the rifle and mag pouches. All told less than $50 for bag, velcro, an 4 mag pouches.

[checko 180]

+1 on Vtac or Vickers sling.

 

I have 2 vtac padded with the qd swivels. I like them a lot.

[alowerlevel 77]

Heres another bag to look at https://store.ar15.com/product.html?cat=24&pr=572

[checko 180]

Re: the iwc triglide, I have one ony sling "just in case" but I'm VERY doubtful there will ever come a time when I'll use it. A quick adjust 2pt is so much more comfortable and easy to use.

[HKHockey 5]

Do you have a plate carrier or some sort of chest/belt rig?  Why the 15/30 over 15/20?  Unless you have some kydex holders or some tacos you might as well save the room/space and get 15/20s for range work.

[n4p226r 105]

15/30 because that's what was available when I walked in the store. I only have 3 plus a noveske Johnny mag. If probably just get the cut down Midwest px ones if I get more.

 

I don't have a plate carrier or chest rig. Would love one but don't know I'd ever use it. I do have a set of the raven concealment belt modular thing with the two taco pouches.

 

This bag is exactly what I am looking for. Can't find it anywhere though.

 

http://cheaperthandirt.com/blog/?p=6296

[n4p226r 105]

Just put them on the loops on the end, IWC sells them with QDs and a tri-glide http://www.impactweaponscomponents.com/category/combo-deals/slings-1/

It looks like you just unthread through the buckle and then through a qd then back through?

 

The reason I ask is I see some with sewn in qd and some short qd buckles with short strap and a two piece buckle

[n4p226r 105]

Damn. Looks like some parts won't be here until 12/4

[checko 180]

It looks like you just unthread through the buckle and then through a qd then back through?

 

The reason I ask is I see some with sewn in qd and some short qd buckles with short strap and a two piece buckle

Are you talking about the LaRue version of the vtac sling? The extra plastic buckles are there in case you need to get out of your sling in a real hurry ie drowning with your gear in after falling off a boat.

 

It also adds some length to the sling

[n4p226r 105]

i guess I'm not sure what the difference is between this 

http://www.blueforcegear.com/vickers-pb-slings-metal-hardware.html

 

and the iwc version

 

and these  are the extra tails i were talking about 

http://www.blueforcegear.com/quick-release-kit-adapter-w-push-button-swivel.html

[checko 180]

Same thing with the standard vtac and the larue vtac.

It just gets you out of the sling faster if you need to

[n4p226r 105]

So for swivel studs I have three options

Standard vtac threaded through like the iwc

 

Quick release buckle attachment (at one or both sides)

 

Or sewn in quick detach swivel studs.

 

Is that right?

[checko 180]

Well the sewn in swivels usually have the buckles on it.

 

Its more like qd or threaded through for the vtac or vcas. I don't think the buckle isnt really necessary for what I do. If you put the sling webbing through the tri glide correctly you won't have to worry about it sliding free.

 

I do like the qd swivels just for ease of use and mounting options.