First time AR owner from indy 1500 today

[Darral27]

I picked up my first AR15 today at the indy 1500. It is a DPMS model A15 in 5.56/223. I am excited to go shooting tomorrow. Also picked up a remington 22lr. It looks just like the rifle my dad had when I was a kid. First gun I ever shot so I got that one more for sentimental value than anything else. New to the AR field so I got alot of learning to do. Sure I will be asking you guys for some help. Thanks in advance.

 

[Interloper]

Looks like a great 1500 for you. Enjoy!!!

 

[shooter521]

Hmmm, naked muzzle. Is the stock fixed or collapsible? What'd you pay?

 

[42769vette]

nice, what are your sight plans for the ar

 

[BDBHoover]

I want an AR

Nice score OP!

 

[SmileDocHill]

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...101_and_dr201_rescheduled_for_05_06nov11.html

Just sayin... Really, though, what a great way to get out and really run your new rifle. After all you are part of an exclusive club of "assault rifle" owners now.

Nice rifle!

 

[esrice]

Congrats!

I am excited to go shooting tomorrow.

Did you happen to pick up some sights there too?

 

[spitfire51]

I will admit there were some tempting ARs at the show today. Enjoy shooting it! Glad you were able to find something with some sentimental value. Always priceless when you find it.

 

[Titanium Man]

I haven't seen one of those Remington 22's since my Ex-Wife took off with the one I gave her. It was always a fun gun to shoot.

Congrats on your purchases!

 

[SmileDocHill]

Congrats!



Did you happen to pick up some sights there too?

TOOOOTALLY overrated! All you need is the front one because that is the one you focus on.

 

[Darral27]

I do not know much about optics on a AR either but I found these Mark III Tactical P4 Sniper 3-9X42/Scope Adaptor Mount/Red Dot Combo Package and decided to go with them for starters. I paid 775 even for the rifle with one mag. Looking around looks like it was a pretty good deal. Along with the optics I also ordered a forward grip. I do have a scope on my AK47 right now that will be easy to switch over so I can shoot tomorrow. And the stock is collapsible.

 

[lovemachine]

TOOOOTALLY overrated! All you need is the front one because that is the one you focus on.

PSHAW! I don't even use that!

 

[esrice]

PSHAW! I don't even use that!

Hip shooter, eh?

 

[lovemachine]

Hip shooter, eh?

You know it! I'll show you my skills in a week

 

[Fenway]

Enjoy your new AR!

 

[Darral27]

As a side note to my post I looked everywhere for the INGO booth so I could pick up some cool stuff. It was nowhere to be found. What was up with that guys?

 

[esrice]

What was up with that guys?

From this thread: https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...scussion/173305-october_2011_indy_1500_a.html

Guys just a quick note about INGO and the October 1500.

We've decided to sit this show out and not set up a dedicated INGO table. That weekend is tough for most of the Mods, and we've decided to delay our new swag launch in an effort to add a few more items to our current selection. Look for those items at the January show.

In the meantime, you can still stop by and say hi to INGO Mod VUPDblue who will be camping out with Cwood and Indiana Supply Depot. He will have some of the last current swag items on-hand, but you'll have to request them specifically. He will have a few shirts, hats, patches, stickers, and chamber flags. Get 'em before they're gone for good!

 

[Darral27]

I guess that will teach me to read stuff.

 

[esrice]

I guess that will teach me to read stuff.

Not reading makes INGOing kinda difficult.

 

[doublebarrel]

Congrats! I also just recently got into AR family (recent, as in two days ago. Received my upper from CTD on Thursday, lower is still in transit to Beech Grove Firearms). Meant to get an AR-10 at first. I shot an FAL a couple months ago, loved the caliber, but hated the weight. But then I learned Colt supposed to release their SP901 soon, I want to wait and see if it's cheaper than Armalite (DPMS also have 308, but not much cheaper either so I'd rather get an "original")...

The upper I got is a CMMG 14.7 with permanent hider. I want my gun to *look* like what the soldiers are using. I wish I could buy the whole rifle instead of upper and lower (couldn't find one on Buds or CTD), as it'd come with at least a mag or two, and a carry handle/rear sight. Now I have to buy these and pay extra. Just bought a cheap UTG carry handle, and a couple Pmags with window (heard that Pmags are the best), and a Cammenga 30rd Easymag (it looks like a smart design, and also cheap, too)...