Post by: Buzz2401 on February 21, 2017, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 21, 2017, 09:01:32 PM
Post by: JimmyHoffa on February 21, 2017, 09:04:30 PM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 21, 2017, 09:16:04 PM
Post by: jrebel on February 21, 2017, 09:19:49 PM
Post by: Caseyd on February 21, 2017, 09:26:47 PM
Post by: huntnphool on February 21, 2017, 10:16:31 PM
I could use about ten more.
You have at least 4 years, hopefully 8 before the prices go nuts again. :tup:
Post by: Special T on February 21, 2017, 10:24:00 PM
Post by: actionshooter on February 21, 2017, 10:28:46 PM
I could use about ten more.
You have at least 4 years, hopefully 8 before the prices go nuts again. :tup:
I agree the only problem is that the lack lusters sales stifle development, is the stuff isn't selling, no reason to spend a bunch of time on R&D.
Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 21, 2017, 11:50:16 PM
Post by: 300rum on February 22, 2017, 05:27:37 AM
Post by: CP on February 22, 2017, 07:13:25 AM
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/108623/ar-stoner-carbine-kit-with-complete-upper-assembly-ar-15-556x45mm-nato-1-in-9-twist-16-barrel
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/2228264558/ar-stoner-80-pct-lower-receiver-ar-15-aluminum
Post by: h2ofowlr on February 22, 2017, 07:21:03 AM
Post by: JimmyHoffa on February 22, 2017, 07:34:56 AM
Not much need for R&D on a 60 year old design anymore. I should probably just invest in defense distributed or some machining skills.3D printing is replacing a lot of machining need. I still prefer machining where parts see stresses though.
Post by: highside74 on February 22, 2017, 07:59:37 AM
Post by: Special T on February 22, 2017, 08:07:46 AM
I've been hoping to see some real good deals in the used department. Even on the classifieds here, guys are keeping the prices higher but hey'll come down eventually.I think a lot of that has to do with the 2 tiered price of many components. You can buy a Palmetto State Armory ar for about as cheep as it gets. It will shoot and meet mil spec requirements. I talked with a Army buddy of mine and Milo Special isn't really a threshold for Quality, it's more like a bare minimum. The great thing about an AR is they are modular.
Post by: hunter399 on February 22, 2017, 08:14:53 AM
Post by: Fungunnin on February 22, 2017, 08:32:32 AM
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Post by: CP on February 22, 2017, 08:41:09 AM
We are in the golden age of ARs. Buy, build, tinker and have stories to tell your grandkids about when you could have an AR kit delivered to your house for $400 add a $75 lower and you are can have as many ARs as you want!
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Very true, we may not have this opportunity for much longer.
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/assault-weapons-not-protected-second-amendment-federal-appeals-court-rules-n724106
Post by: huntnphool on February 22, 2017, 09:53:06 AM
We are in the golden age of ARs. Buy, build, tinker and have stories to tell your grandkids about when you could have an AR kit delivered to your house for $400 add a $75 lower and you are can have as many ARs as you want!
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Very true, we may not have this opportunity for much longer.
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/assault-weapons-not-protected-second-amendment-federal-appeals-court-rules-n724106
Which is why it was so vitally important to elect PT and get the SCOTUS nomination. :twocents:
Post by: Yondering on February 22, 2017, 10:15:01 AM
Not much need for R&D on a 60 year old design anymore.
There's been more development of the AR platform in the last 10 years than in the prior 50 years combined. High demand = improvement.
Post by: grundy53 on February 22, 2017, 10:22:11 AM
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Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 22, 2017, 10:26:15 AM
Not much need for R&D on a 60 year old design anymore.
There's been more development of the AR platform in the last 10 years than in the prior 50 years combined. High demand = improvement.
At high prices and high demand. However, there are diminishing returns, beyond a certain point is the point. Now the main differences I see are mostly chotchkies.
We've seen a lot of improvement in the 1911 as well over 100 years. Much more and it starts ceasing to be a 1911.
Post by: Alchase on February 22, 2017, 10:27:09 AM
Now with the market pricing in a spiral, they need to standout, make a better product, work hard at innovation to get the business.
The ones that don't, won't survive.
Post by: bobcat on February 22, 2017, 10:31:24 AM
I anticipate that there will be several AR manufacturers that will go out of business over the next several years. Supply and demand.
Like Olympic Arms? Only one more week and they're done.
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Olympic Arms Announces Closing
After more than 40 years of business, it is with great sorrow that we announce that February 28th, 2017 will be the last day of operation for Olympic Arms, Inc.
The Schuetz family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all their friends, associates, and partners that have been a part of the Olympic Arms experience. Most of all we would like to thank our loyal customers and patrons who have been with us all this time.
In the course of closing, we are announcing the following changes in policy effective immediately:
All sales are final.
No refunds or returns will be accepted after 1-25-2017.
On-line Shopping Cart will be active and effective while supplies last.
All Warranty service ceases 1-25-2017. Warranty work and repairs currently in-house will be serviced and returned.
New orders will only be taken for inventory currently in stock, or that can be built from remaining inventory.
All inventory will be liquidated.
ALL SALES will cease at close of business 28 February, 2017
Thank you for your patronage.
Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 22, 2017, 01:02:00 PM
http://www.nationalreview.com/article/445145/fourth-circuit-decision-maryland-assault-weapons-ban-constitutional-travesty
Post by: huntnphool on February 22, 2017, 01:18:18 PM
Just when you thought it was safe to wait for lower prices.
http://www.nationalreview.com/article/445145/fourth-circuit-decision-maryland-assault-weapons-ban-constitutional-travesty
And I'll direct you back to #19 ;)
Post by: Mongo Hunter on April 07, 2017, 10:20:38 AM
My first AR I ever bought was a Quad rail, flat to "mil-spec" gun, this was about 5-6 years ago. then everyone wanted that type of AR. Now AR technology has come a along way and people have come to realize "mil-spec" is a relative term and doesn't mean "the best". give it another 5 years and no one will want the light weight guns anymore because there will be some new toy out.
The best advice I can give is decide what you "need" and what would be "nice to have" and go from there. go ahead and make it an investment and pick what you want and don't worry about selling it down the line.
I packed around and shot a heavy Bushmaster for a long time and loved it but decide to try the "new" stuff. I decided I "needed" reliable and light. and it would be NICE to have fast as well. That lead me to the Spikes Crusader. yeah it was expensive but its the best AR I have ever owned.
Post by: lamrith on April 07, 2017, 01:35:51 PM
Post up links to your favorite deals.Go to Palmetto State armory sight and sign up for newsletter. They have specials every other day, some are silly cheap and you gotta jump on them quick before sell out.
Post by: JDHasty on April 07, 2017, 01:53:59 PM
Post by: Special T on April 07, 2017, 02:10:27 PM
A buddy walked out of a local shop a couple weeks ago w/brand new a Ruger AR15 for ~$440. They were having a Ruger event.That's an unreal price
Post by: Alchase on April 07, 2017, 02:49:31 PM
Post by: Buzz2401 on April 07, 2017, 03:38:59 PM