I have a RRA CAR A2 coming for Christmas. (Thanks, Bigbore!) I'm totally new to ARs, and would love some advice about optics, cleaning, books, ammo, and other ways to drain the wallet. (As if 1911s didn't punch a big enough hole in the checkbook.) Thanks for the guidance. Gary
Stocking Stuffers for new Black Rifle?
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USMCsilver
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Check out my post on page #5 at the AR vs. AK thread. That will give you a good idea on how to blow money.
Then best/cheapest place to blow the wad is on Ebay. They have all kinds of stuff that you will ever/never need for your new found love.
Then best/cheapest place to blow the wad is on Ebay. They have all kinds of stuff that you will ever/never need for your new found love.
get the important stuff
If you like to clean, clean it right. That means a Dewey rod, jags, guide and brushes. Don't forget the nylon toothbrush thing too!
A good sling is a must and it follows that I would recommend a free float tube. Accuracy Speaks has one for the carbines that retains stock guards (they must be modified).
Unless you are going to be using it for serious engagements in tactical situations, get a better sight system. I recommend a 0.052-0.065" front sight post with a 0.046/0.052 rear apeture.
If you like to clean, clean it right. That means a Dewey rod, jags, guide and brushes. Don't forget the nylon toothbrush thing too!
A good sling is a must and it follows that I would recommend a free float tube. Accuracy Speaks has one for the carbines that retains stock guards (they must be modified).
Unless you are going to be using it for serious engagements in tactical situations, get a better sight system. I recommend a 0.052-0.065" front sight post with a 0.046/0.052 rear apeture.
AR stocking stuffer? A Harris #5 Adapter is a nice got-to-have, and it's only $7 or so. Essentially it's just a swivel stud that attaches discretely to the handguard so you can use a Harris bipod with your AR. Of course then you're obligated to go out and spend $50 on a Harris bipod, but there's none better and it'll work with just about any rifle. -- Kernel
I'm surprised no one mentioned...
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An AK so you will be able to shoot!
Why everyone knows the AR will fire once and then jam from all that carbon the gas tube funnels back to the chamber. LOL!
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Get Zediker's and/or Feamster's books. Excellent source of info and how to use these rifles.
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An AK so you will be able to shoot!
Why everyone knows the AR will fire once and then jam from all that carbon the gas tube funnels back to the chamber. LOL!(sarcastic mode off)
Get Zediker's and/or Feamster's books. Excellent source of info and how to use these rifles.
Mike Baugh
New member
If you REALLY want a good stocking stuffer, buy yourself a good trigger. It will make a HUGE difference. If you doubt me, think about how really bad triggers feel on handguns and how much of a difference a well-tuned trigger makes. I got a single-stage trigger from Accuracy Speaks and it is great (although a little difficult to install). Do a search here and on AR-15.com to find some of the better triggers.
Bartholomew Roberts
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New Handguards
I think you'll want to replace the stock handguards.
You can go with a free-float tube if you are concerned about the minor deviations in accuracy from sling pressure.
You can go with the KAC RAS or RIS systems if you want the high-speed M4 look-alike and the ability to hang more accessories than you could afford off the front.
At a minimum, upgrade to the M4 handguards - the double-heat shields are a worthwhile investment if you ever plan to shoot more than 100 rounds in a session without gloves.
I think you'll want to replace the stock handguards.
You can go with a free-float tube if you are concerned about the minor deviations in accuracy from sling pressure.
You can go with the KAC RAS or RIS systems if you want the high-speed M4 look-alike and the ability to hang more accessories than you could afford off the front.
At a minimum, upgrade to the M4 handguards - the double-heat shields are a worthwhile investment if you ever plan to shoot more than 100 rounds in a session without gloves.