I'm very new to Ar's. I have a saiga 7.62 but have been wanting the other side of the coin. I was looking to pick up a cheap one for like $500 but it seems that's impossible. So I'm looking to build one I guess. Anyone wanna point me in the right direction?

Check out

http://www.itstactical.com/warcom/firearms/diy-ar-15-build-introduction-parts-and-tools-required/

Helped me a ton when I built mine.

 

Also, while I totally agree with you building, especially if you already have some experience, you can pick up M&P-15 Sports for 550-650 if you look around.

Yea had one lined up for $500 but the dude sold it on me.

It depends on how adventurous you are.  If you are not and looking for a starter, just buy a complete lower from PSA for $129.99 with free shipping to you favorite FFL.

 

http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/14434/category/4282/

 

They also have complete uppers with the BCG and charging handle for $279.99 + shipping.  All you need to do is push the two take down pins out, mate it to your upper and you are good to go.  You just need magazines and ammo.

 

Even after FFL fees, you should still be under $500 and may have some left over for a mag and some rounds.  You will need some sort of rear sight or you can pick up an inexpensive red dot.

 

This is all a suggestion to get under $500 if you are on a budget.  You can go pretty wild with this stuff though.

I see the term BCG a lot on those sites. What exactly is a BCG?

Bolt Carrier Group. Includes both the bolt and the bolt Carrier. I hope that helps.

Definitely start out with a nice lower and build from there if you are in no rush.....

I'm very new to Ar's. I have a saiga 7.62 but have been wanting the other side of the coin. I was looking to pick up a cheap one for like $500 but it seems that's impossible. So I'm looking to build one I guess. Anyone wanna point me in the right direction?

 

Is your Saiga 7.62 still a Saiga??? Has it been converted to an AK47??? If not I would highly recommend that as your next project! You will never regret it!!!

Yes my saiga is still stock. Looking to make a 7.62x39R platform. If I were to buy a 7.62 upper do I have to buy a specific lower? Every lower I see doesn't say anything about specific calibers.

If you have a stock Saiga you are in the AK world where there is no upper or lower. you need only a simple conversion kit! There is no 7.65x39R, only 7.62x39. PM me and I will be happy to help you with the simple process!

Just a reminder - six weeks to black Friday and unless Congress give POTUS bonus points between now and then, there will be some awesome sales because inventory is up, prices are down, and sales are sluggish.  You have the M&P Sport and Ruger just announced a AR556 NJ compliant version.  All depends on how you feel about building one. 

Yep - I'm eagerly waiting on black friday sales

Maybe I'll hold off till then. Thanks man.

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