AR Doctrines 101 Class

[Big Smoke]

This thread seems to be a bit played out, but I'm hoping to revive it. I've always wanted an AR, but it was not at the top of my priority list, so I don't have one yet. However, since land is banning the sale and import of AR's on 10/1, the necessity to build one rose to the top of my list. I just bought 2 Lower receivers which I have in my hand, and 2 parts kits, one of which I already installed. Pretty straight forward build, YouTube helps a lot.
But now I'm concentrating on gathering parts for the upper receiver and barrel assembly, and not sure exactly what I want, or how to do it. So many ways to build it, and so many different parts and manufacturers, it's a nightmare for a newbie to AR's.
I said I bought 2 lower receivers. I want one for short range rifle with a Red Dot sight, or EOT, or something, and the other I want for a long range rifle. If and when the SHTF, I want to be ready for whatever comes along.
Any takers in explaining, or helping me out, or anyone else with the same idea?

[Roverron]

There's about any option, caliber, length, etcetcetc. BARREL has to be 16.1" min or you get to apply for stamp. Here's a link: http://www.ar15.com/forums/f_3/4_Build_It_Yourself.html

You will probably have to sign up for membership but there's also most of the mfgr's on this site too.

Goo luck, uppers are only a little more diff to build than a lower. Probably takes longer to figure out/find what you want

[Deleted]

Originally Posted by Roverron

There's about any option, caliber, length, etcetcetc. BARREL has to be 16.1" min or you get to apply for stamp. Here's a link: http://www.ar15.com/forums/f_3/4_Build_It_Yourself.html

You will probably have to sign up for membership but there's also most of the mfgr's on this site too.

Goo luck, uppers are only a little more diff to build than a lower. Probably takes longer to figure out/find what you want

Ron, you can have a 14.5 inch barrel as long as the flash hider/comp is pinned to the barrel. That is what I have on mine.

[douglas_knott]

Originally Posted by USPSA Shooter

Ron, you can have a 14.5 inch barrel as long as the flash hider/comp is pinned to the barrel. That is what I have on mine.

Or a ten in with a six in flash hider.

[Big Smoke]

Thanks for the info, guys. I just picked up my lower receivers, and while I save some money, I have time to decide how I want to build them. One will be for short range, and one for longer range. I''m just trying to do all my homework on what's available to help make my decision.

[TLE2]

If it was going to be a 308 build, I'd be interested. I've seen several online videos even one from Brownells. The shared experience might add something however.

I'm a qualified "in".

[Roverron]

Ive never considered a pistol but this was from a friend who had sent a letter to BATF:

This refers to your letter of xxxxxxxxxx, in which you inquire
about the legality of manufacturing a handgun which utilizes a rifle
type receiver.

26 U.S.C. Chapter 53 # 5845(a)(4), the National Firearms Act (NFA),
defines the term "firearm" to include a weapon made from a rifle if
such weapon as modified has an overall length of less than 26 inches
or a barrel or barrels of less than 16 inches in length.

Utilizing the receiver of an existing rifle for the purposes of
manufacturing a handgun would constitute the making of a firearm as
defined above. Individuals desiring to make such a firearm must first
submit an ATF Form 1, Application To Make And Register a Firearm and
pay the applicable $200 making tax.

If an individual were to obtain a rifle type receiver that had not
previously been utilized in the assembly of a rifle, a handgun could be
made and not be subject to the provisions of the NFA. Verification
must be obtained from the manufacturer of the receiver to establish
its authenticity.

We trust the foregoing has been responsive to your inquiry. If we may
be of any further assistance, please contact us.

Sincerely your,
(signed)
M. Owen, Jr.
Chief, Firearms Technology Branch
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and there's this letter I've seen:

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So, from this Im assuming if the lower was registered originally as a Rifle, then Form 1 and $$$ is required to have it re-registered as a pistol lower. Does it require engraving on the lower to show as a pistol or ?? However, if you originally purchased the lower as a Pistol lower, then a Form 1 is Not required.

Is that correct? I might have to check into building one. cool looking pistol!

[Roverron]

Originally Posted by USPSA Shooter

Ron, you can have a 14.5 inch barrel as long as the flash hider/comp is pinned to the barrel. That is what I have on mine.

Yes I have one of those in 5.56/.223, but I also have a 10.5" & 14" not pinned barrels for SBR in 300 BLK and yes I have the stamp of approval from the BATF along with the lower engravings as required. I also have a suppressor for the 300 BLK with the stamp. The suppressor is removal, and not pinned.

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I'm looking into a SBR and Suppressor myself.


Going through a lawyer with a trust to skip the finger prints and other BS

[Roverron]

Originally Posted by USPSA Shooter

I'm looking into a SBR and Suppressor myself.


Going through a lawyer with a trust to skip the finger prints and other BS

Yep that's what I did also. Makes it easy to pass to another with it too.