My Bushmaster M4 Build-in-Progress

[esrice]

THAT is well done, not overdone. Simple, light, effective.

Don't think that it being simple and not overdone is on purpose. . . It just means the money ran out!

Next:

Rail panels
PMAGS
LaRue Optic Mount
Tape switch for light (or possibly go in another direction. . who knows)
VFG
CTR stock (I HATE how sloppy the M4 stock is)

Anyone else ever notice how every single add-on part for ARs tends to be somewhere between $100 and $200? Sheesh!

 

[shooter521]

Anyone else ever notice how every single add-on part for ARs tends to be somewhere between $100 and $200? Sheesh!

Now come on, your Magpul trigger guard and Ergo grip were what, $20 apiece? And how much of a difference did they make?

You could also opt for the MOE stock instead of the CTR, and save about $50. I got to mess with one of the S&W M&P-15MOE carbines at the shop a couple weeks ago, and was surprised at how tight the MOE stock was despite not having the locking feature.

 

[esrice]

Now come on, your Magpul trigger guard and Ergo grip were what, $20 apiece? And how much of a difference did they make?

Ok you got me on that one. Those two piece together did do wonders for comfort and style.

You could also opt for the MOE stock instead of the CTR, and save about $50. I got to mess with one of the S&W M&P-15MOE carbines at the shop a couple weeks ago, and was surprised at how tight the MOE stock was despite not having the locking feature.

But I REALLY want that puppy locked down! Your 9mm SBR felt like the whole thing was made from one piece of material. Nothing wiggled. That's what I'm looking for.

 

[shooter521]

But I REALLY want that puppy locked down! Your 9mm SBR felt like the whole thing was made from one piece of material. Nothing wiggled. That's what I'm looking for.

I hate to break this to you, but I don't own any CTR stocks. My 9mm SBR has a regular ol' M4 stock, and my 10.5" LMT has a VLTOR. My LMT was wearing a CTR @ NFA Day, but I traded it out shortly thereafter.

 

[Slow Hand]

But I REALLY want that puppy locked down! Your 9mm SBR felt like the whole thing was made from one piece of material. Nothing wiggled. That's what I'm looking for.

My AR you handled had a CTR on it and honestly, I think it's got some wiggle to it. not as bad as a standard M-4, but it does still move some if you yank on it.

Doug K

 

[esrice]

I hate to break this to you, but I don't own any CTR stocks. My 9mm SBR has a regular ol' M4 stock, and my 10.5" LMT has a VLTOR. My LMT was wearing a CTR @ NFA Day, but I traded it out shortly thereafter.

Yes I wasn't saying yours had the CTR, just that it was solid. With the friction lock I figured the CTR was my best bet.

So why is mine so darn wiggly? Commercial vs. MilSpec or what??

 

[shooter521]

YSo why is mine so darn wiggly? Commercial vs. MilSpec or what??

Luck of the draw? My 9mm wears a Rock River Arms commercial stock and tube.

 

[MontereyC6]

Anyone else ever notice how every single add-on part for ARs tends to be somewhere between $100 and $200? Sheesh!

If you think AR's are bad, you should try owning a corvette.

 

[esrice]

If you think AR's are bad, you should try owning a corvette.

Ok you got me. Send me yours so I may compare.

Thanks so much,

Evan

 

[deo62]

eotech very overrated

 

[esrice]

eotech very overrated

Who said anything about an EOTech?

 

[bigcraig]

Who said anything about an EOTech?

lol


Hell of a first post too!

 

[esrice]

lol


Hell of a first post too!

On its own I'd have to say me and bigcraig agree. . . . but attached to this thread I'm still .

Welcome to INGO???

 

[esrice]

Ok boys and girls!

I went to see Greg at Beech Grove Firearms today, and he hooked me up with the railcovers I've been looking for! He even beat the best internet price I could find! As always, I highly recommend that EVERYONE check out their shop. Their customer service is top notch in this city. I can't say enough good about them, really.

Covers are Magpul XT in black. It took me 5 minutes and a hairdryer to get them installed. Not too shabby.

And here they are. . .

And, of course, representing INGO! (thanks to Pat Rogers for the idea!)

 

[theweakerbrother]

That is some fine photowork, sir. Gotta protect those ninja guards.

 

[Flintlock]

Very nice! Not overdone, either.

 

[esrice]

More stuff on the way!

I just put in an order with Alamo Tactical Gear Military Law Enforcement Weapons Accessories Equipment San Antonio for the following:

Daniel Defense QD Front Sling Mount
VTAC 2-point padded sling - black
VTAC Light Mount - black

I will post pics when they arrive!

 

[shooter521]

VTAC Light Mount - black

So you elected not to keep the TLR-1 on there?

 

[esrice]

So you elected not to keep the TLR-1 on there?

I still have not decided 100%. But I couldn't pass up the VTAC mount when its only $20 added to the order. . .

Sticking with the TLR-1 will require getting the new back plate and tape switch, and then finding a spot to mount the tape switch.

I really like the simplicity of the VTAC mount. I've got an Inova LED light I could use with the provided shim, but its got a clickly tailcap which I don't think is ideal. So even with the VTAC I'll probably end up with a G2 LED or something similar.

 

[esrice]

UPDATE

The company I ordered my sling/mount from are turds and still have not shipped. Makes me upset. . . .

But, I did pick up a few things at the 1500 last weekend.

(1) Lancer L5 Mag, for some T&E
(1) Aimpoint rubber cover in black
(1) Ladder rail cover, in black, to protect the top rail on the forend
(1) CAA SVG vertical foregrip

Crappy cell phone pic: