DPMS for a RRA, is this a trade up in quality?

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  • SullyXXX

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    I am thinking of trading my DPMS Panther Lite 16 (this is the post ban version with the forged carry handle and no suppressor) for a RRA CAR A4. Just wanted to get thoughts on the RRA as I have never had this brand.
     

    slow1911s

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    I'd look to trade pretty even. Both are Mil-Spec rifles - as long as both go bang and shoot 2-3 MOA they are pretty even in my book.

    DPMS does a ton to support the shooting sports, FWIW.
     

    spoke78

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    I have shot both brands. They seemed equal in my book. I would be worried why he wants to trade? If it somebody you know and trust go for it. But if it isn't, the deal might seem too good to be true. Then your screwed.
     

    SullyXXX

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    It's in a shop...haven't taken mine in yet to see what I can get in trade, was wanting to get opinions on here first. May just buy it outright and have both:)::):
     

    homeless

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    Neither rifle is Mil-Spec, however the RRA is a better quality rifle than the DPMS.

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    However either would make a good range toy. If the RRA has more of the evil features that you want then by all means go for it. If you are looking for an AR to use for classes, competition, or real defense then research is required.
     

    pftraining_in

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    To be mil-spec a rifle or carbine must be produced by Colt or FN, be full auto or three shot burst, have a 5.56 chamber and have a mil-spec receiver extension (buffer tube) and be assembled to a certain criteria from certain material.

    Mil-spec is a term that means produced to a minimum standard set by the military. Only certain companies actually hold the true specs of the M-16 and produce a rifle built to the specs and by the methods approved. Other companies reverse engineer the parts from existing parts and use different production methods than what is approved by the military.
     

    BE Mike

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    I have a DPMS M-4gery and a RRA Match Rifle. Both rifles are very well made IMHO. The RRA is a bit better finished and mine came with a 2 stage trigger. If I remember correctly, the DPMS "Light" used to sell for around $600 new, so if you are getting an even trade on a RRA in top condition you should go for it!
     
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