Colt AR15 purchase

[flintman50]

Just looking for some fundamental advice on my first AR purchase.....any comments appreciated. Here are the assumptions:

a.) I am buying a colt just because.....
b.) Want a carry handle
c.) I have approx. $1K to spend

Can it be done and what model do you recommend? - I don't need alot of stuff on it right now. Any advice on barrel length, hbar, stock, etc.?

Thanks
BR

 

[SolubleSpork]

I myself just started looking into my first AR. I found a great write up about a lot of features if you want to gather more information for yourself at the following link:

So You Want to Buy an AR-15 - Features to Consider

I, probably along with many others here, would have to first ask what you want to use it for and how you want to use it, i.e. adding an optic versus sticking with iron sights, using it for hunting, plinking, etc. With more information, I am sure you can get better help.

With what you have posted in mind, Colt makes great firearms, nobody would disagree there, and this is true with the AR as well. The model that comes to mind in Colt's line up would be the 6920 I believe, although this might be just above the price point you were looking at.

 

[03A3]

Unless it's to be a target/varmint gun don't get an hbar. For plinking, hunting, casual paper punching and defense there is no need for the extra barrel weight.
A carry handle? How about a flat top with a removable carry handle? More options with that configuration.
The 6720 lightweight is a nice carbine. There a different versions of it now.
There has been a little talk lately about a new 6700 that apparently isn't out yet. From what I read the price will be well under $1,000

 

[Ljungman]

dont buy because of name. Colt is no better than the other slog of ar15 builders out there aside form a few with bad reps. Build it. get what you want at a price you can live with.

 

[shooter521]

It's hard to beat the basic LE or SP6920. They can regularly be found right around the $1000 mark.

 

[spqr]

For most versatility and future upgrades get a detachable carry handle, 16" lightweight barrel. It is unlikely that you will find that in a Colt at your price point. My gunsmith swears by S&W for the price. I've had good luck with Rock River.

 

[Yeah]

The above recommended Colt 6920 can be had for approximately $1000, and is nearly impossible to beat for price and availability.

Aside from that is not want an HBAR for anything. 16" barrel fits 223 Rem quite well. The stock on the Colt is serviceable, though its cheek weld is lacking especially with iron sights. Shoot it and see, and if it doesn't fit you've dozens of options to replace it.

 

[Colt556]

The above recommended Colt 6920 can be had for approximately $1000, and is nearly impossible to beat for price and availability.

Aside from that is not want an HBAR for anything. 16" barrel fits 223 Rem quite well. The stock on the Colt is serviceable, though its cheek weld is lacking especially with iron sights. Shoot it and see, and if it doesn't fit you've dozens of options to replace it.

X10

 

[WestSider]

I put this in another thread but I'll post it here as well, this is what I ordered last week, should be in this week, best deal I've found on a Colt AR. It's the LE6920MP-FDE which comes with all MOE gear, including BUS, stock, grip, trigger guard, forend, vertical grip, and 2 MOE mags. Comes to $1,069 shipped to your FFL which I think is a great deal considering all you're getting. They had the standard black furniture as well for the same deal it it's sold out.

Colt Model LE6920MP Law Enforcement Carbine with Magpul MOE Furniture - Dark Earth

 

[flintman50]

BIG THANKS to all who offered meaningful helpand advice....also thanks for the links and have a great Christmas!

 

[SolubleSpork]

You are going to have to fill us in on what you end up doing. Happy Christmas to you as well.

 

[Colts]

I put this in another thread but I'll post it here as well, this is what I ordered last week, should be in this week, best deal I've found on a Colt AR. It's the LE6920MP-FDE which comes with all MOE gear, including BUS, stock, grip, trigger guard, forend, vertical grip, and 2 MOE mags. Comes to $1,069 shipped to your FFL which I think is a great deal considering all you're getting. They had the standard black furniture as well for the same deal it it's sold out.

Colt Model LE6920MP Law Enforcement Carbine with Magpul MOE Furniture - Dark Earth

This is the exact AR-15 (in FDE) I have been considering for over 6 mo., just do not know where and how often I would be able to shoot it.

 

[lapoozyfan]

you can definately put one together cheaper with your 1k budget and get some extras in the process, colt is a good name but so are many others!!

 

[WestSider]

This is the exact AR-15 (in FDE) I have been considering for over 6 mo., just do not know where and how often I would be able to shoot it.

I wanted to get a good military style semi-auto rifle now before any crazy stuff goes down with legislation, I don't actually "NEED" it, but makes a great SHTF weapon. I'm really hoping ECPR allows .223, I know there has been a lot of talk about it.

 

[WestSider]

Appears to be OOS now on DSG arms...

In other news, just checked my UPS tracking # and my rifle should arrive at my FFL tomorrow

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

 

[Txlur]

Oh man. I saw this link on M4C a year back or so and they were selling 6520's for 899. I should have gotten one.

6520 weighs 5.5 lbs unloaded I think, or something ridiculous. Never worry about those pesky $500 optics. Never worry about anything but mags, a sling, and a light. And even after all that, it's still lighter than a gallon of milk.

6520!!! Carry handle is built in!

 

[Txlur]

Also, 6720 > 6920.

 

[richwin]

I love my Colt M4. I got mine a couple of months ago and love the way it shoots. Can't go wrong with a Colt. I know you can build one cheaper, and with the same quality, but I just wanted a Colt.

 

[hannibal]

I have a Colt Tactical and love it! Was going to buy a Smith and Wesson M&P because i wanted a light AR, But saw the Colt and it was just as light and it shoots great! I also own a Ruger 556 and it's a liitle on the heavy side but still shoots great and accurate, none of them has jammed or ftab.