utsfiji Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I'm looking to buy my first AR-15 in the near future, but I would like some input. I don't need anything that's top of the line, just something that is solid that I can add to when I would like something nicer. I like guns that will last a long time and aren't flashy, like my Mossberg 500 or my M&P 40. I'd like to use it at the range and for personal defense. I'm looking to spend around $1,500, including tax, so let me know what y'all think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Prophit Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I would recommend DD, LMT, BCM for anyone that has personal defense as one of it's uses. You should save for top of the line and not settle for anything but. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longie Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 Colt 6920 could be bought for that money. About as KISS as you can get...proven....reliable. I am in no way a spokesman for Colt, nor do I even own an AR-15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drck1000 Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 For $1500, you could possibly get a BCM or Colt if you can find them in stock. For a little more, you can probably find DD and LMT. I would recommend any of those four, but right now it's really about what's available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skossoff Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 Bravo Company (BCM) or Daniel Defense (DD) are top tier, the kind of rifle that should last a lifetime. There are certainly others including Colt that offer great options. Realize when you are buying certain rifles what comes with them and factor in those costs. Often the premium rifles, (when buying seperate upper and lowers) dont come with iron sights, or a bolt carrier group. You need to factor those items into your price. While the current market remains anxious (albeit the US Senate) has managed to provide some relief, I dont see prices falling much as demand continues to remain high. I think, and I am sure others will say the same, you need to consider what you are using this rifle for: If this is a patrol rifle that you are betting your life on, do not cut any corners and go top end. If this is a rifle that is likely to stay in a safe, be used on occassion at the range I think you have much more flexibility with what you purchase. In many cases, you can find a rifle for closer to $1000 and provide yourself cash for optics, iron sights, a case etc... You stated that you have a Mossberg 500 and obviously a few other weapons. The question is then, is this going to be your go-to personal defense choice, or are you likely to grab something else? That singular question might help you decide where you want to be on the price scale. I think if you "troll" this site, you will find people have a variety of opinons on a variety of rifle brands. Most will generally agree as to the top end rifles and their will be a variety of opinons in the "mid-range". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TANGO420 Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 BCM would be my choice hands down if I only had $1500.00 A bit more and I would go DD and never look back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medic07 Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 I'd take a good look at the Colt 6920. They seem to be popping up more and more, with decent prices here and there. Wlecome to the Armory!.....Good luck and be sure to post pics after you buy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utsfiji Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 Awesome, thanks guys. I'm going to go get some training on the one that they have to rent at the range I go to (a Smith & Wesson) so I can see what I like, then I'll take your recommendations and see what I can find. I've researched each company that y'all have recommended and each of them looks good. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Prophit Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 Keep in mind DD comes with a perimum quadrail that usually goes for 3-400 and bcm has different forends that are on their rifles ranging from pri to troy to DD. LMT gives one of the best milspec rifles to you around 12 to 1300 at pre panic prices. It would be around the same price as a DD if you purchase a DD quad rail. My LMT build with DD M4A1 RISII rail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SepsiS Posted April 24, 2013 Share Posted April 24, 2013 Like the other guys have said also, BCM and DD are great. Also, don't overlook the Smith and Wesson M&P line rifles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&P_Hooligan Posted April 25, 2013 Share Posted April 25, 2013 I would have to agree with Sepsis, don't over look the Smith and Wesson's, I own one and its a damn nice rifle, accurate, reliable. mine will eat anything and not complain one bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Prophit Posted April 25, 2013 Share Posted April 25, 2013 I would have to agree with Sepsis, don't over look the Smith and Wesson's, I own one and its a damn nice rifle, accurate, reliable. mine will eat anything and not complain one bit As long as he doesn't get the sporter model, s&w is a nice rifle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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