Any AR builders here?

Harkanin · 02-08-2012, 09:15 AM

I know the feeling, i want more guns and after seeing Lazy's work I want to make guns now but its gonna be a process. First step is getting a hold of the gunsmithing tools that I need then will decide on the lower and the rest shall just slowly flow after that.

LAZY EYED SNIPER · 02-08-2012, 09:15 AM

Good lookin SL8 tyler!

slingshot · 02-25-2013, 12:39 PM

I am new to AR rifles, but not to shooting and amateur smith work. Before stepping in, I bought and watched a DVD by Lenny Magill Productions, "Building Your AR15 From Scratch." After watching it, I decided it was more cost effective for me to buy a Sig M-400 SRP at Wal-Mart. The parts and tools required to build from scratch would have cost me more. I recommend the video, as it covers details on all aspects of the build and easy to refer to any individual section. It looks like fun for those with free time to complete the project. Good luck whatever you decide!

SouthernYankee · 02-25-2013, 01:47 PM

We also have built our own. The art is being patient and accumulate the parts you want or sometimes better on sale. Mine is comprised of parts from Palmetto, CMMG, Liberty Tac., Magpul to name a few. A part here a part there and before you know it it's done. The best part is you make it the way you want. I made mine a carbine accessorized the way I wanted without spending all my money at once which made it easier to get better, cheaper than I could have bought it from someone.

majorhavoc · 02-25-2013, 02:18 PM

Based on the title of OP's thread, I guess it's OK for me to post this. My effort isn't anywhere near as desirable as Lazy Eyed Sniper's gorgeous AR rifles. But as he says, its a very doable project. It just depends on what you're looking for and what your budget his.

Here's my poor man's homebuilt AR-15. About $650 including all shipping costs and the MBUIS rear sight. Nothing fancy, but it's a very reliable and accurate shooter.

dogger · 02-25-2013, 02:40 PM

I've been wanting to do a build for a while, I can't seem to get my hands on a stripped lower, and the rifle kit companies are out of stock. Del-ton has been OOS for a year now. I'd like a 5.56 build so that I can convert it to .300 eventually.

HI State · 02-25-2013, 02:51 PM

Nice builds LE Sniper I was in the middle of 300blk ar build using a 80% lower and trying to build the upper barrel assy but funds ran low and now there is nuthing in stock trying to find a 300 barrel,upper receiver and lower group part kit is nearly impossible unless you wanna pay around 2x retail price. Would u happen to have any parts your willing to sell?

drshame · 02-25-2013, 06:41 PM

Bet you can't build just 1!

Precision Match AR, 26" Fluted Douglas Barrel by Compas Lake

M-16 a1/SP-1 Semi Clone/ Upper by Uncle Sam, same for furniture. A very practical, accurate and fun Ar15 on a Rock River Lower anodized to match USGI M-16 Upper.

th3ug1y0n3 · 02-25-2013, 07:41 PM

I built my AR with the 7.62x39 config

LMT lower Defender lower
Daniel Defense upper w/ BCMGunfighter Medium charging handle
ER Shaw heavy barrel 16"
Daniel Defense lite 10" extended rail

It is nice and smooth. no issues.

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02-08-2012, 09:15 AM	#21
Harkanin Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Arkansas Posts: 192	I know the feeling, i want more guns and after seeing Lazy's work I want to make guns now but its gonna be a process. First step is getting a hold of the gunsmithing tools that I need then will decide on the lower and the rest shall just slowly flow after that.

02-08-2012, 09:15 AM	#22
LAZY EYED SNIPER Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Middle TN Posts: 62	Good lookin SL8 tyler!

02-25-2013, 12:39 PM	#23
slingshot Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Florida Posts: 13	I am new to AR rifles, but not to shooting and amateur smith work. Before stepping in, I bought and watched a DVD by Lenny Magill Productions, "Building Your AR15 From Scratch." After watching it, I decided it was more cost effective for me to buy a Sig M-400 SRP at Wal-Mart. The parts and tools required to build from scratch would have cost me more. I recommend the video, as it covers details on all aspects of the build and easy to refer to any individual section. It looks like fun for those with free time to complete the project. Good luck whatever you decide!

02-25-2013, 01:47 PM	#24
SouthernYankee Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Florida Pan Handle Posts: 1,849	We also have built our own. The art is being patient and accumulate the parts you want or sometimes better on sale. Mine is comprised of parts from Palmetto, CMMG, Liberty Tac., Magpul to name a few. A part here a part there and before you know it it's done. The best part is you make it the way you want. I made mine a carbine accessorized the way I wanted without spending all my money at once which made it easier to get better, cheaper than I could have bought it from someone.

02-25-2013, 02:18 PM	#25
majorhavoc Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Maine Posts: 356	Based on the title of OP's thread, I guess it's OK for me to post this. My effort isn't anywhere near as desirable as Lazy Eyed Sniper's gorgeous AR rifles. But as he says, its a very doable project. It just depends on what you're looking for and what your budget his. Here's my poor man's homebuilt AR-15. About $650 including all shipping costs and the MBUIS rear sight. Nothing fancy, but it's a very reliable and accurate shooter.

02-25-2013, 02:40 PM	#26
dogger Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 23	I've been wanting to do a build for a while, I can't seem to get my hands on a stripped lower, and the rifle kit companies are out of stock. Del-ton has been OOS for a year now. I'd like a 5.56 build so that I can convert it to .300 eventually.

02-25-2013, 02:51 PM	#27
HI State Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Hawaii Posts: 134	Nice builds LE Sniper I was in the middle of 300blk ar build using a 80% lower and trying to build the upper barrel assy but funds ran low and now there is nuthing in stock trying to find a 300 barrel,upper receiver and lower group part kit is nearly impossible unless you wanna pay around 2x retail price. Would u happen to have any parts your willing to sell?

02-25-2013, 06:41 PM	#28
drshame Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: fla Posts: 182	Bet you can't build just 1! Precision Match AR, 26" Fluted Douglas Barrel by Compas Lake M-16 a1/SP-1 Semi Clone/ Upper by Uncle Sam, same for furniture. A very practical, accurate and fun Ar15 on a Rock River Lower anodized to match USGI M-16 Upper.

02-25-2013, 07:41 PM	#29
th3ug1y0n3 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 393	I built my AR with the 7.62x39 config LMT lower Defender lower Daniel Defense upper w/ BCMGunfighter Medium charging handle ER Shaw heavy barrel 16" Daniel Defense lite 10" extended rail It is nice and smooth. no issues.