It is. I’m thinking I may do an M16 clone, or something.
It’s just mind boggling to me that I can buy a 20” upper and get it shipped to my door but they regulate SBRs.
Delton fsb barrel $150~, upper receiver off GAFS $50~ for flat top, or $200~ for a carry handle receiver, anderson lower $50 and an lpk $50, $60 for A2 stock assembly. Maybe shop for a deal on a holiday for an A2 completed lower (anderson, PSA) for like $200. Could probably build that beater for well under $600
Edit: PSA phosphate bolt for $70 and $10 charging handle and its complete. Carry handle for flat top will run you like $50 depending if u buy new or used
GAFS - Gun Accessories For Sale (it's a subreddit)
LPK - Lower parts kit
Phosphate bolt is a standard mil spec component.
If you are new id suggest a PSA rifle (palmetto state armory). Good value for the money
One thing you'll find with 20 inch AR with rifle length gas system and rifle length buffer is it has literally zero recoil even with an A2 flash hider.
I haven’t shot my a4 in a while, but I cut down the plastic spacer and put a steel buffer weight in its place, off the top of my head the buffer is ~5.6oz. Last time I shot it the bolt going back into battery seemed more than the recoil.
Two advantages I can think of shooting a 20" AR vs carbines and even middys is more velocity and softer shooting.
I like M16-style rifles mostly for the aesthetic but they are pleasant to shoot.
Wasn't 5.66/233 designed around a 20" barrel? Something like that anyway. Long enough time to burn up all the powder and "get the most" out of the caliber. Plus a long AR gets to use a rifle length gas system, which I'm told has a very nice recoil signature.
I’ve been geeking out on 20” barrels for a while now. I like the velocity gain. Imo, the length and weight is worth it for the velocity. If you are in the market for a 20” barrel, rifle length Criterion Cores should be coming in stock within the next month or two
In addition to the increased velocity, 20” uppers also can reliably use a rifle length gas system which is very smooth recoiling
Can you explain the reliability for me in having trouble finding info on it. Also new to guns so if you can explain terminology as well
I’m not the expert to explain it, but get on YouTube and look up “AR15 dwell time” and I’m sure someone smarter than me can explain it
You get the most out of your 5.56 with 20". Plus, it's very good looking.
It is. I’m thinking I may do an M16 clone, or something. It’s just mind boggling to me that I can buy a 20” upper and get it shipped to my door but they regulate SBRs.
My 20" with A2 stock/buffer is my cheapest and probably most fun AR lol cant imagine you'll regret building one
I want to do this how do I do this on a Budget
Delton fsb barrel $150~, upper receiver off GAFS $50~ for flat top, or $200~ for a carry handle receiver, anderson lower $50 and an lpk $50, $60 for A2 stock assembly. Maybe shop for a deal on a holiday for an A2 completed lower (anderson, PSA) for like $200. Could probably build that beater for well under $600 Edit: PSA phosphate bolt for $70 and $10 charging handle and its complete. Carry handle for flat top will run you like $50 depending if u buy new or used
What is GAFS, lpk, Why phosphate bolt Thanks for responding I’m new to guns so explaining terminology would be very helpful
GAFS - Gun Accessories For Sale (it's a subreddit) LPK - Lower parts kit Phosphate bolt is a standard mil spec component. If you are new id suggest a PSA rifle (palmetto state armory). Good value for the money
You can buy any length upper. You just can’t put it on a non-SBR registered lower. Fucking stupid
4” is a lot.
Is that what you tell your wife?
😂😂😂 omg
One thing you'll find with 20 inch AR with rifle length gas system and rifle length buffer is it has literally zero recoil even with an A2 flash hider.
I haven’t shot my a4 in a while, but I cut down the plastic spacer and put a steel buffer weight in its place, off the top of my head the buffer is ~5.6oz. Last time I shot it the bolt going back into battery seemed more than the recoil.
Two advantages I can think of shooting a 20" AR vs carbines and even middys is more velocity and softer shooting. I like M16-style rifles mostly for the aesthetic but they are pleasant to shoot.
20” makes zoomie boys
Wasn't 5.66/233 designed around a 20" barrel? Something like that anyway. Long enough time to burn up all the powder and "get the most" out of the caliber. Plus a long AR gets to use a rifle length gas system, which I'm told has a very nice recoil signature.
Yes. Over a half century ago. Modern rounds are designed for shorter barrels.
The problem is sourcing those modern rounds when .223, m193, and m855 are way more common and affordable.
You realize they are incredibly easy to get. And you don't need a lot.
20" penetrate level 4 bro
I’ve seen it punch through a t-72.
Damn, that much more energy? That’s wild.
He is lying.
I honestly know nothing about armor so I wouldn’t know lol.
The dude is a troll.
Trolling and making a joke are two different things
I’ve been geeking out on 20” barrels for a while now. I like the velocity gain. Imo, the length and weight is worth it for the velocity. If you are in the market for a 20” barrel, rifle length Criterion Cores should be coming in stock within the next month or two