Why do you need 2 AR's?

[John317]

I am planning on a second AR for the following reasoning. My current AR set up is with a Vortex red dot. On the second I plan on putting a 1-6 scope. So between the two AR's I'd have my close range quick target acquisition set up and the second would be for longer distances and can be used for yote hunting.

Besides general reasoning they are really fun to shoot and you can do a lot with them so even though it may be two of the AR platform they can end up being pretty different and serving different functions.

 

[Vespid_Wasp]

Serious question. Why do you need 2 AR's?

While I do believe everyone should own a rifle of some sort, why would one need 2, or more?

Seriously? This has to be a troll thread.

 

[ATM]

Ok, all the reasons listed above are what was going thru my head as well.

I've been trying to talk myself OUT of selling my AR....

Why do you need to limit yourself to a rationale based solely upon need? Need is not the exclusive root of most choices.

 

[bmbutch]

9mm SBR cause it's a blast to shoot, especially suppressed.
9mm 16", cause the SBR was lonely.
300 blk SBR, also a blast to shoot & reloading for it is awesome.
16" 5.56 with Vortex PST 1-4, for 200yds ( longest range I have available) & <.
14.5" 5.56 because I wanted it!
14.5" 5.56 cause the other was lonely.
16" .308 Sig 716 cause it's just Bad A$$!
3 more stripped lowers & 1 stripped upper awaiting my next want / whim!

'Merica!

 

[USPc40]

Murica
1 for Me
1 for my Wife
1 for the Trust

 

[1775usmarine]

whocares that's why.

 

[warriorbob]

You can build ar's for different purposes. Have a short lightweight carbine for home defence, build a heavy barreled rifle version for accurate target shooting, build a pistol to keep in the car etc. or maybe you like the variety that comes from being around for 50+ years. Get an a1 style, a2, a4, m4 type what ever the configurations are endless!

 

[Alpo]

Everyone needs:

A factory AR like Daniel Defense
A PSA AR because if you like M4's you can't resist the temptation to build one and the PSA prices are sooooo good at times
A custom AR
An AR to paint in some form of camo
A 300 Blackout
A Spike's lower because those spiders and pirates are so cool...and since you have the lower, you might as well build the thing out....

 

[ghuns]

No AR collection is complete without a big bore.

 

[saleen4971]

because i cant fit a third in my cabinet?

 

[OneBadV8]

because i cant fit a third in my cabinet?

sounds like someone needs a bigger cabinet

 

[lovemachine]

I'm thinking it would be pretty stupid to sell the AR. I should just be happy with what I got.

 

[Zoub]

Serious question. Why do you need 2 AR's?

While I do believe everyone should own a rifle of some sort, why would one need 2, or more?

One is none and two is one.

More shooters equal more "needs" combined with the beauty of being able to swap uppers.

New job Lovemachine? These posts usually come from undercover Feds with low post counts and dreams of being the next J Edgar!

 

[worddoer]

They're like comfort food and they make sex better.

Just make sure you don't have a negligent discharge. It will only leave her disappointed!

 

[wsenefeld]

Two is one and one is none.

One of the dumbest gun sayings I've ever read.

 

[KG1]

One is two and three is four. That's how this AR obsession multiplies. "Merica Damnit!

 

[Paul30]

In case I ever need to use it for personal defense after I have been drinking.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_u5A0H6PkqE

 

[halfmileharry]

One of the dumbest gun sayings I've ever read.

Well, some people think booze and guns go well together. It's on the internet so it has to be true.

 

[ModernGunner]

...Why do you need 2 AR's?...

'Cause ya can't afford 3!

 

[Paul30]

Truth is there are almost too many reasons to list.

I use to shoot competition, it required I shoot one iron sight rifle and one scoped in the same competition so I made one of each.

Multiple calibers.

His, Hers, and each family members.

Got a good deal on them so purchased for future projects.

Extra in case the world stops turning and you need to supply your house guests the ability to defend the castle.

If you don't have them secure enough to prevent theft and someone steals them, it's nice to have one at a friends for safe keeping.

Different setups for hunting, long range, up close targets, etc.

The list is almost endless.

Oh, and like the one post said, two is one and one is none. Very common good saying to describe any personal defense or necessary item. If one fails, you not only have spare parts to troubleshoot what is wrong with it, you have a whole backup gun. That saying goes for flashlights too. If you batteries or bulb do not work, it's easier to just grab another and deal with the problem later.