Dan

Raden, is that a billet lower kit? Saw it on Spike's site. Pretty pricey. You could get a Spike's lower from Aimsurplus.com for $79 (if they still have them). Also, IMO the CTR is a waste of money as you will be pinning it anyway. Take a look at the MOE. Check out Palmetto State Armory's lower build kits. You can even get them with a Geissele trigger if you want : http://www.palmettostatearmory.com/lower-build-kits.php

How is this different from what we have today (besides involving this MorphoTrac company)? Are you suggesting FFL's have fingerprint scanners?

First issue, deal with it just like any other form of Identity theft. This can happen to anyone now. Second issue, set up a system so private citizens can get a "nics" check easily over the phone using the buyer's driver's license. Something like a yes/no and confirmation number. I could live with this as I wouldn't want to be selling a gun to a bad guy.

Nice post raz-0. I just have one comment: You can go with a mid-length gas system with a 14.5" barrel/pinned brake combo as well. BCM sells a bunch of them without the launcher cut. And I own one. Everything else is great advice and I found reading enlightening.

yup thats the one

That's the same one I have on my gun, just I have the PWS brake welded on. I'm impressed with mine so far. Going to be shooting it tomorrow for the first time! Don't forget to add the BCG to it if you go with it.

This is easy, start with nirvana.. then see where we end up, hopefully to some amicable median value. edit: not withing 2C or Brady i know.. ;p 2A Carry w/o permit for non-prohibited persons Remove the failure known as the AWB, magazine limits (who defines high capacity anyway??), any other restrictions on the cosmetics or trivial features (weight, length, grips, etc). Remove the concept of FID cards and Pistol Permits. Only serves the purpose to hassle would-be and legal gun owners. Only procedure needed for purchase is the existing NICS background check. Afterall the FID and Pistol Permit process is the same thing minus fingerprints. Keep, strengthen, and enforce laws and punishment around using a firearm during the commission of a crime, or possession by prohibited persons (violent felons, criminals, etc)

BTW, here is a link to my post in the pics thread: http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php?/topic/10555-ar-pics-lets-seeum/page__view__findpost__p__298478

I've done a bunch of research for my latest AR (built just last week). I was looking for top quality, and good value when it came to pricing. I went with a Spike's forged lower, and BCM upper (pre-assembled complete upper with BCM BCG). You can see it in the AR pics thread. That being said, there are many top quality parts and company's out there.

Regarding reliability in extreme fouling conditions and piston AR's Read this: http://www.bravocomp...thy14_oct10.pdf The common theme on the inets around AR and reliability all stem down to one statement - Not all AR's are built equally To me piston systems are more of a science experiment in AR land. For a SHTF gun, I would not want to be experimenting with anything, and will want tried, combat proven, and time-tested systems. I would also consider a target of owning both a quality AR and AK styled rifle. Parts are abound for both platforms, and both have their merits. Nice to be able to use two of the most common types of ammunition available out there, 5.56 NATO and 7.62x39. Perhaps tone down your custom build here a bit for cost savings where it makes sense. Using traditional DI setup over the piston kit, and going with a quality forged upper/lower instead of billet will shave off enough $ to nearly net you a nice Saiga conversion in 7.62x39.

You dont have to pin/weld a 16" barrel in terms of making it longer. That is a legal length. You will have to pin/weld something to cover the threads (as we can't have threaded barrels in NJ); however. There are available metal thread protectors that could serve this function (would still need to be pinned welded). Personally if I didn't want a muzzle device, I would go with an 18" barrel, and have it cut, profiled, and crowned. That or find a 16" barrel without threads. Most out there tend to be the "bull" heavy barrels, not something you would want for a light and quick AR platform.

Looks like the dog chewed through the box to get to the gun. Maybe the guy should have washed his hands after eating ribs before handling the gun!

Excellent! I forwarded to a few chosen socialist relatives in my life. You can call them socialists in denial...

Check out Palmetto State Armory for individual AR parts. I'm very happy so far with the lower build kit I purchased from them. Good quality, fast shipping, good prices. They sell various kits and individual parts. I had a Bolt Catch Detent fly off on my during my build. Was extremely frustrating b/c the "spare parts kit" I had on hand didn't have that part. Fortunately , like you I found it after 20 minutes of frustrated searching!

Had me rofl'ing!

If you were being held hostage, would you want the police storming in with a shotguns loaded with 00, or rifles. Personally I'd feel more comfortable with the rifle, especially if the threat is hiding behind/in the vicinity of hostages. Not that shotguns aren't accurate, I just don't feel they play the "precision fire" role well. Sure maybe with a rifled barrel/slugs... but if you are doing that just go with a rifle IMO.

I checked into OBRPC. I actually live in Old Bridge so it is very close. I was going to join it along with CJRPC that I have been a member for years with. I wanted to keep CJRPC because they have nicer facilities, but OBRPC appealed to me because of how close it is. Turns out OBRPC can get expensive if you do not do the work hours. Look into this before you sign up. I decided against it.

Andy, So far I like the AFG a lot. I'm also not a fan of forward vertical grips, so I picked this up to give it a try. The feel is best described as a common sense ergonomic thing. I'll know more once I get to shoot it this weekend!

My observations.. I'm far from an expert so take them for what they are. a) check the legality of the battlecomp, from their website "with flash comparable to an A2" b- the only thing that I do know for sure about piston AR's is that they are all different between manufacturers. This could be an issue when it comes to getting parts in the future. Make sure you are comfortable with this. c) On the barrel, I just finished my first serious AR build. From the net' and this forum experience, seems you cant go wrong with Novreske and BCM BFH barrels. d) If you are going for a all high end build, have you considered triggers from Geissele or Timney,etc? e) Don't forget the DD rail system needs to be installed before the muzzle brake is welded on. If you are having it done by the same place, won't be an issue. Otherwise, to my novice eyes everything looks good! Lock and load the wallet!

I'm going insane with my new AR build. Just ordered a SD3G trigger from MidwestPX. I was placing my group buy order for magazines with Ty on the phone, and we started talking about the Geissele triggers (I asked). I was specifically interested in the S3G as I've been reading a bunch on them, but couldn't justify the cost. The discussion with Ty pushed me over the edge. I should have it sometime next week as he is waiting on his order that is supposed to arrive Monday. The SD3G is a flat-blade S3G trigger as opposed to the standard curved trigger. I'll post a review here once I have it installed and tested at the range.

Its a 14.5" (16" with welded brake). It does seem huge with the 12" rail system, but I really liked the concept of the mid-length rail and gas system. Better for both the gun and the user. Don't let it deceive you, its not heavy at all. Bathroom digital scale comes in at 8lbs with a loaded 15rnd mag.

Thanks guys. Yup did a bit of homework, along with help from forum members here. So far forum advice has netted me an excellent recommendation on my BA .308 setup, and now this new AR. I'm very impressed with how it turned out. I can't believe how lightweight it is. Everything is new on this rifle except for the Aimpoint, thats a transplant. Jimmy, I'll PM you on CJ status this weekend. Hopefully we can catch each other!

+1, very easy to do. There are shops on the forums that offer this service.

Here's my latest build, just completed. Planning on trying it out this weekend. Spike's lower, Palmetto State Armory lower parts kit, MOE stock (pinned permanently in place) and grip, Magpul ASAP, ARMS BUIS set, Larue LT129 mount, Aimpoint CompC, BCM upper with BFH, BCM BCG, Daniel Defense LITE 12" for-end, PWS FSC556 pinned compensator, MidwestPX 15 round Pmags. I'd eventually like to get a magnifier for the Aimpoint... eventually...

Either lie or look like a complete dumb-a** I'm sure was his thinking. Most glock-educated gun owners know this is highly unlikely, and must have involved some form or trigger manipulation. So to us he sounds like a lying dumb-a**.