So you want to buy an AR-15, huh?

[TheDan]

Wolf is the cheapest out there, and I have run thousands of rounds of the stuff through my rifles with no ill effects.

So there are no problems using steel cased ammo in an AR? I was always led to believe that the steel cased stuff was "bad".


Btw, this is the best thread on the topic of ARs I've seen on the Internet. Well done jwise and well done O.com!

[jwise]

So there are no problems using steel cased ammo in an AR? I was always led to believe that the steel cased stuff was "bad".

The powder smells funny, and it fouls up the rifle quicker, but other than that, I've used it with good results* for a LONG time.


*"Good results" refers to the functionality of the ammo, not its accuracy!

Btw, this is the best thread on the topic of ARs I've seen on the Internet. Well done jwise and well done O.com!

Thank you. I'm glad it has helped you.

[BigGreyS]

Have you seen Spike's Tactical ST-15? If you have what do you think?

[jwise]

Have you seen Spike's Tactical ST-15? If you have what do you think?

Here's the description from their website:

New Spike's Tactical 16" M4 upper. This upper comes complete with bolt carrier group and charging handle. Semi auto bolt carriers have the shrouded firing pin to protect against hammer wear. Upper receivers are T marked and have the Spike's logo and include extended feed ramp cuts. Features include standard contour M4 barrel, 11 degree recessed target crown, notched M4 handguard cap, chrome-lined 5.56mm chamber and bore, 1/7 twist, parkerizing under F marked forged front sight base and magnetic particle testing on every barrel.

Shrouded pin: check
T-marked upper: check (just a nice touch, not a big deal)
Extended feed ramps: check
Gov't profile: check
chrome-lined: check
5.56NATO chamber: check
1/7 twist barrel: check
Parkering under the FSB: check
F-Marked Front Sight Base: check
MP Tested barrel: check

Looks good, except for any information regarding the second most important part, the bolt carrier group.

[jambla]

Tactical Rifle Case

jwise recommends the Assault Systems case. When I google that brand, I find at least three different web sites, all claiming to sell the only true Assault Systems case. Anyone know where to get a "real" Assault Systems case, or how to tell the real one from wannabes?

[georgexpd8]

I just placed my order for a lower receiver from CMMG. Going through the check out process, I didn't see anything in reference to the FFL. What is their process for shipping out the Lower? I've never purchased a firearm online and had it shipped, so i don't really know what the exact procedure is other than knowing it has to go through a licensed dealer.

[IrishJoe]

I just placed my order for a lower receiver from CMMG. Going through the check out process, I didn't see anything in reference to the FFL. What is their process for shipping out the Lower? I've never purchased a firearm online and had it shipped, so i don't really know what the exact procedure is other than knowing it has to go through a licensed dealer.

Take a copy of your order to an FFL holder. The FFL holder will fax the order and a signed copy of the FFL to CMMG. CMMg will them ship the lower to the FLL holder, where you have to do the transfers, etc.

I ordered my lower reciever in December, was billed 4-5 weeks ago, haven't heard a thing from CMMG. I've email mutiple times, called mutiple times, nothing. I'm a bit frustrated with their poor customer service. I am going to assume that its just because they are swamped with orders. But still...how long does it take for them to shoot an email back?

For those of you who have actually spoken with a CMMG employee, is there some magical password you have to say?

[WinterBoarder]

I just placed my order for a lower receiver from CMMG. Going through the check out process, I didn't see anything in reference to the FFL. What is their process for shipping out the Lower? I've never purchased a firearm online and had it shipped, so i don't really know what the exact procedure is other than knowing it has to go through a licensed dealer.

You should have your FFL fax or email them their FFL and your order number.

[WinterBoarder]

My CMMG order that was placed on 12/24/08 was just charged to my credit card. Part way there. I ordered a CMMG Semi-Auto Lower Receiver w/Internals and Stock and CMMG Semi-Auto Stripped Lower Receiver.

So I have a new acronym we can use... instead of IBTL (In Before The Lock), how about IBTB (In Before The Ban)!

[IrishJoe]

My CMMG order that was placed on 12/24/08 was just charged to my credit card. Part way there. I ordered a CMMG Semi-Auto Lower Receiver w/Internals and Stock and CMMG Semi-Auto Stripped Lower Receiver.

So I have a new acronym we can use... instead of IBTL (In Before The Lock), how about IBTB (In Before The Ban)!

LOL

Has CMMG given you any kind of ETA for your lowers?

[WinterBoarder]

LOL

Has CMMG given you any kind of ETA for your lowers?

I'm expecting a standard email from them stating 6-9 weeks or so. So the wait continues!

I'm just glad that the lowers are going to production given the political climate.

[jwise]

jwise recommends the Assault Systems case. When I google that brand, I find at least three different web sites, all claiming to sell the only true Assault Systems case. Anyone know where to get a "real" Assault Systems case, or how to tell the real one from wannabes?

Hmmm... Well, if it helps, it should cost somewhere between $85-100.

This one looks right, but it's NOT the cheapest I've seen:

Shooting Systems

[jambla]

Hmmm... Well, if it helps, it should cost somewhere between $85-100.

This one looks right, but it's NOT the cheapest I've seen:

Shooting Systems

Thanks, J. Wise. The size 5, which is the 36 inch, seems to be going for around $110 on a couple of the sites, with a couple of others selling it for $10 to $20 less. I will check out the link you posted. I just wondered if some of them are not the quality of the orginal cases, or if they are all the same, and I should just go where I can get the best deal.

By the way, let me add my thanks for the work you put into this thread to the dozens of others. It has been a great education for me.

[dave80]

I just got my new magpul sling with the magpul asap mount. This is the best sling that ever worked for me (lefty here). It's easy and fast to operate, the sling converts from a single point to a two point in seconds and adjusts perfectly. I'm very impressed, and that's why I'm posting in here.

[toasterlocker]

I just got my new magpul sling with the magpul asap mount. This is the best sling that ever worked for me (lefty here). It's easy and fast to operate, the sling converts from a single point to a two point in seconds and adjusts perfectly. I'm very impressed, and that's why I'm posting in here.

Where did you get the sling? I've found the plate, but I can't seem to find the sling...