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Need a ruling on a S&W AR-15.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:26 am
Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:26 am
Choice of two: The S&W AR-15 at academy.
$746 for the Sporter and $959 for the optics ready. Sporter does not have forward bolt assist or dust cover. They both have 1/9 twist rates. Optics ready is aluminum receiver.
Is it worth the $200+ difference between the two?
$746 for the Sporter and $959 for the optics ready. Sporter does not have forward bolt assist or dust cover. They both have 1/9 twist rates. Optics ready is aluminum receiver.
Is it worth the $200+ difference between the two?
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Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:31 am to prplhze2000
The sport model is one of the best values out there.
My buddy has run his Sport model in 2 carbine classes, shooting near 2000 rounds. 100% reliability on both trips, plus the second trip was all steel-cased ammo. The forward assist and dust cover aren't that necessary although I personally like having them.
It is an outstanding rifle. It's up to you if you want to spend the extra cash but it definitely isn't necessary.
My buddy has run his Sport model in 2 carbine classes, shooting near 2000 rounds. 100% reliability on both trips, plus the second trip was all steel-cased ammo. The forward assist and dust cover aren't that necessary although I personally like having them.
It is an outstanding rifle. It's up to you if you want to spend the extra cash but it definitely isn't necessary.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:43 am to prplhze2000
Since it's almost a given you will probably want to run an optic at some point in the future anyway, I'd go with the OR model. For the $200 price difference you could certainly get a low-end reflex or low-power scope but you'll want to remove the A2 gas block for a low-profile version which, for the quality ones, will make the difference in price a non-issue when all is said and done. Lots of options for iron sights anyway. Get the OR, get an Aimpoint or EOTech on it, have fun then figure out BUIS later.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:46 am to prplhze2000
Forward assist and dust cover along with optic ready is the way I'd go. Iron sights are more than good enough.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:47 am to prplhze2000
I've got the regular one, not the sporter, with less than 10 rounds through it, paid $1100 for it, will sell for 1 k, if interested? I'll see if I have a pic.
Eta: mp15
Eta: mp15
This post was edited on 3/5/15 at 12:08 pm
Posted on 3/5/15 at 11:57 am to prplhze2000
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The sport model is one of the best values out there.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 12:39 pm to Shexter
dang i thought they were cheaper. Here in columbia (ms) my dad bought himself one, and 2 of his employees bought one each 2 weeks ago for $500
Posted on 3/5/15 at 12:40 pm to prplhze2000
I have the OR and love it. Zero issue with any ammo so far.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 1:22 pm to prplhze2000
i love my basic model. hitting a paper plate consistently at 85 yds with open sights. that's the farthest distance I have shot it. i probably won't ever put a scope on it.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 1:23 pm to oleyeller
There are cheaper models. The smith has a good rep though
Posted on 3/5/15 at 2:08 pm to prplhze2000
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$746 for the Sporte
there are deals all over the internet for that rifle for much less than $750
Posted on 3/5/15 at 2:41 pm to cgrand
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there are deals all over the internet for that rifle for much less than $750
I paid $589 for mine a couple weeks ago.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 2:49 pm to Ole Geauxt
I've got the one you have Geauxt and I think it's a great gun. Read some very impressive testing done on the gun.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 2:52 pm to Langston
Anybody have any experience with the new Ruger AR 556? It's the same price as the S&W sport but it has the dust cover and forward assist, might give it a go to backup my Colt 6920.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 3:21 pm to Ole Geauxt
Does that include scope? Had to ask ;-)
Posted on 3/5/15 at 3:23 pm to prplhze2000
Great gun but you should be able to find the optics ready for $700-800
Posted on 3/5/15 at 3:29 pm to MSH
I think there is a slight run on AR's so go with M855. Lot of parts dried up quick.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 3:38 pm to Clames
yeah i might wait
paid $450 for a DPMS oracle at cabelas this past summer. i'm not saying the M&P isnt a nicer rifle because it is, but its not any better at least for the casual shooter. forward assist/dust cover/etc dont make the rifle shoot any better, and i know no one who has ever used either one
paid $450 for a DPMS oracle at cabelas this past summer. i'm not saying the M&P isnt a nicer rifle because it is, but its not any better at least for the casual shooter. forward assist/dust cover/etc dont make the rifle shoot any better, and i know no one who has ever used either one
Posted on 3/5/15 at 5:07 pm to prplhze2000
Probly so, email me.
Posted on 3/5/15 at 5:12 pm to Ole Geauxt
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Probly so, email me.
you should throw in the fake asparagus as an OB-bonus
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