The Evolution of My EBR

[LPMan59]

Let this stand as a testament to the amount of money BRD causes you to spend. And my condition is nothing compared to some of those afflicted here.


Here is what I started with- an entry level DPMS Panther Lite-16

After learning more about the history of the platform and the different features availble, I decided I had to have a Colt. I chose the LE6920 and sold the DPMS shortly after.

But soon, I started browsing forums and learned about all the neat accessories (just like with guitars:dude

So the first thing I did was buy some cheap-o MIC POS reddot and a Magpul MBUS. I purchased the MBUS because I didn't want to shell out the cash for the Troys, but it turned out the MBUS is a reliable and accurate sight.

Soon, I realized that all the cool kids had rail systems, so I found a killer deal on a Knight's Armament Company RAS- the same rail the US military uses. Then I replaced the cheap RDS with an EoTech 512 I bought used from a forum. It came with one of those sweet vertical grips.

But then I realized I didn't really care for the EoTech, so when a phenomenal deal on a Trijicon Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight came my way, I sold my EoTech and my SG Standard to get it. I also replaced the KAC VG with a Grip-Pod- an enormous VG with a built in bi-pod.

By now I realized that in order to be a true internet operator, I needed an awesome sling setup. So I added the Magpul ASAP Sling Adapter and purchased a one point sling. But the Magpul bug is addicting, so this morning I dressed my lil Pony in new clothes. I replaced the stock with a CTR and the grip with a MIAD. Then i added replaced the original rail covers with the XT ones. The Grip-pod came off and a Magpul angled front grip went on.
The only thing left is to swap the black MBUS for a FDE one, but I am trying hard to resist.

And all of this doesn't include my new M16A4 clone, which is already being primed to get a set of Magpul MOE handguards.

 

[esrice]

Thanks for the breakdown! Its always interesting to see why different folks chose different things when it comes to ARs.

 

[Stainer]

It's a beautiful process!

 

[LPMan59]

Thanks for the breakdown! Its always interesting to see why different folks chose different things when it comes to ARs.

most of mine were based on price or because i read about them on interwebz forums. i bought the DPMS during the hysteria because it was the cheapest in the shop. I bought that BSA RDS because it was cheap and I figured it would be "good enough". And so on and so on.

while i was in bradis this morning, shooter and i were shooting the breeze while he modded my Colt. one of things we were talking about was the progression of our ARs and how different they become over time. His remarks prompted me to make this thread.

 

[Jtgarner]

Good thread! I wish I would have kept the pictures of my gun when it was new so that I could make a thread like this.

 

[mvician]

now do that with about 12 of them

 

[LPMan59]

now do that with about 12 of them

And my condition is nothing compared to some of those afflicted here



my wife would divorce me. in fact, she very well might over my new A4.

 

[esrice]

now do that with about 12 of them

I dare ya.

 

[revsaxon]

Wow, thats styling man. I like what you did with it!

 

[Saiga223]

What no Pmags with the new Magpul wardrobe?

 

[LPMan59]

i completely forgot to ask shooter about a matching PMAG. I'm sure I'll be back; I think I might put a Magpul ladder cover on the top rail for a different look. And by that time, I will probably want to swap the black MBUS for a FDE one.

 

[shooter521]

LPMan59 and I were talking about how our rifles have evolved over the years; I mentioned I had found some pics of my very first AR from 1998. I still have it. It has been through 3 major configuration changes (and at least that many minor ones) since I originally built it, and the only original part left is the lower itself. Unfortunately I don't have a scanner at the moment to digitize the pics, but I've provided descriptions and a rough timeline below. The lower is currently upper-less, but will be reborn in yet another configuration later this year...

1998 - Bushmaster complete lower, A2 stock, M1S 16" HBAR A2 upper w/ naked muzzle (this was during the AWB years); cheap-o carry handle rail with Tasco ProPoint red dot

2001 - Flat-top upper with ARMS #40 BUIS, 16" HBAR w/ perm-attached YHM Mini-Y comp, pinned telestock , RRA 2-stage trigger, OKO red dot sight

2004 - AWB Sunset!! Flat-top upper w/ ARMS #40 BUIS, 16" 1x7 M4 barrel, VLTOR telestock, Samson free-float quad rail forearm, Aimpoint

2011 -

 

[mammynun]

ACOG= '59 PAF's?
Magpul=Floyd Rose?

The LP is still original....

The RRA is not...

and it needs a MOE!

 

[Jtgarner]

and it needs a MOE!

A MOE stock? I thought about that on mine, to complete the look of a decked out rifle but instead I got a CAA cheek piece for like $20 to hold me over until I can afford a CTR. I don't see the point of spending good money on a new stock that doesn't clamp down on the buffer tube and stay in place. I understand it looks cool, but I am saving my money for a CTR.

 

[esrice]

1998 - Bushmaster complete lower, A2 stock, M1S 16" HBAR A2 upper w/ naked muzzle (this was during the AWB years); cheap-o carry handle rail with Tasco ProPoint red dot

Holy crap that is funny dude!

BTW, I was in the 8th grade in '98.

 

[shooter521]

Holy crap that is funny dude!

I'll show you the actual picture next weekend. I was going to do a then-and-now comparison pic and caption it "what a difference 10 years makes"... then I lost access to my scanner, sold the upper off the gun, and realized it was closer to 12 years...

 

[tradertator]

What no Pmags with the new Magpul wardrobe?

Yup, beat me to it. The PMAG is what started my love affair with Magpul. +1 on your rifle in it's current configuration. Very jealous of that Trijicon.

 

[tradertator]

A MOE stock? I thought about that on mine, to complete the look of a decked out rifle but instead I got a CAA cheek piece for like $20 to hold me over until I can afford a CTR. I don't see the point of spending good money on a new stock that doesn't clamp down on the buffer tube and stay in place. I understand it looks cool, but I am saving my money for a CTR.

Definitely spend the extra on the CTR! That's the first thing I usually purchase for my AR's. I'm currently running one on my SBR, Saiga 12, and M&P-15/22. I can't stand for things to rattle around on a quality rifle.

 

[LPMan59]

definitely needed an FDE Pmag for the look:

and then added this badboy this morning thanks to Mark at Bradis:

for those of you interested in the Gunfighter Charging Handle, this is the "Large". Mark was sold out of the "Medium" this morning. After seeing it in person, the Large isn't as big as I though it would be. I think it will do nicely.

 

[Branch]

There is no cure the sooner you realize this the better.

Now all you need is a surefire scout light.