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Hunting AR - questions
« on: July 12, 2016, 08:01:41 PM »
I have a 6.5 Grendel upper arriving in a few days.  My lower just needs anodizing and it'll be ready, but I'm stuck on the buttstock.  I am building this as a hunting gun for my daughter and I.  She's 9, so we need an adjustable stock.  Is a comb riser important?  I can't spend $200 on a stock, but if it's the right one, I might be able to stretch to $100. 

There's an Adaptive Tactical EX at Cheaper than dirt that has a chunky recoil pad that I think my daughter would appreciate.  And it's cheap, which pleases my wallet!   :o  but no comb adjustment.

I like the Luth-AR stock, but I fear it's too long.  Minimum LOP is 13.25"

I also like Magpul stocks, but none have comb adjustment. 
EDIT:  Man!  why didn't anyone tell me to check out the buttstock accessories on Magpul's site?!   :chuckle: :tup:

who has an opinion on adjustable, collapsible, budget-friendly stocks?   :hello: :chuckle:

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #1 on: July 12, 2016, 08:11:03 PM »
I have this one from Magpul and accepts snap in comb risers.  I have 1/4" riser on mine but had to turn it around and shorten it as the charging hadle would hit it as I shoot with a very short length of pull.

https://www.magpul.com/products/ctr-carbine-stock-commercial-spec

I like the fact that it collapses my AR enough to fit in a takedown shotgun case yet locks the stock solid when extended.

After the first shot the rest are just noise.

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #2 on: July 12, 2016, 08:44:54 PM »
and can i use ranger plates on the AR-Stoner mags?  They have the same profile as a 5.56, right?  I thought something like the ranger pulls would help with making sure the short 5-round mags come free.

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #3 on: July 12, 2016, 08:50:56 PM »
No problem with the 5-rounders coming free with finger tension or even dropping free unless something is amiss.

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #4 on: July 12, 2016, 09:05:04 PM »
Luth-AR makes a carbine stock that is 11-11/16" collapsed.  Obviously not an option of you already have a rifle length buffer tube. They are light and very adjustable, though a little over your stated budget.

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #5 on: July 13, 2016, 06:17:38 AM »
It just depends on the riser, my girls are fine without one.  Check Buckeye Tactical, they sell stock sets with stock and buffer assembly.  Shipping is free and if you can wait for a holiday (you just missed their 4th of July sale) they will have a 10% off code.  Don't go too cheap on a stock, you'll just end up buying a better one down the road and spending money twice. 

http://www.buckeyetactical.com/ar15-parts-accessories.html

This is the one I purchased for $81 over the 4th for the very same reason as you.

http://www.buckeyetactical.com/magpul-moe-stock-black-fde-dpms-milspec-buffer.html


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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #6 on: July 13, 2016, 11:05:19 AM »
I have the rodgers super stock on several ar's and really like them  most places they are 65+ bucks but the below link has them for 35 and complete with buffer, tube and spring for 50. Rogers also sells an adhesive cheek rest that raises it about 1/4".

https://rouschsports.com/shop/ar15-lower-parts/rss-rogers-super-stoc-stock-deluxe-mil-spec-commercial-black/

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #7 on: July 13, 2016, 04:27:20 PM »
thank you all for responding!  I can't view much of the recommended parts at work (stupid web filters!), but will peruse them tonight! 

Anyone have an opinion on using a heavier than normal buffer for a 6.5?  what little I can read on google results some think they reduce recoil, which my daughter would like, i'm sure!

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #8 on: July 13, 2016, 07:33:31 PM »
I would start with an adjustable gas block.

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #9 on: July 14, 2016, 06:56:36 AM »
Wouldn't call it budget friendly, but I love my UBR!  Locks in rock solid so there's no rattling.  Its a little heavier as well which helps balance out the rifle and absorbs a little more recoil. 
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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #10 on: July 14, 2016, 10:05:41 AM »
I would start with an adjustable gas block.

Adjustable block makes life much easier with the 6.5G. I would  use a H3 or HK red buffer.

« Last Edit: July 14, 2016, 11:02:00 AM by jay.sharkbait »

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #11 on: July 14, 2016, 10:16:47 AM »
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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #12 on: July 14, 2016, 10:31:18 AM »
Just curious... Is there a maximum magazine capacity for hunting big game in Washington?  Not that you would ever need it, but can you hunt with a 30 round magazine?  10 round magazine?  I've never known the answer and have been told multiple things.  My AR is chambered in .223 so obviously I'm not hunting big game with it, but I've always wanted to know the correct answer.  Thanks. 
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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #13 on: July 14, 2016, 10:37:38 AM »
No limit.

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Re: Hunting AR - questions
« Reply #14 on: July 14, 2016, 11:19:14 AM »
Just curious... Is there a maximum magazine capacity for hunting big game in Washington?  Not that you would ever need it, but can you hunt with a 30 round magazine?  10 round magazine?  I've never known the answer and have been told multiple things.  My AR is chambered in .223 so obviously I'm not hunting big game with it, but I've always wanted to know the correct answer.  Thanks.
Not for the state.  A few of the tribes have 5 rd limit for semi autos.

 


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