Post by: Cab on February 05, 2019, 02:42:27 PM
Post by: stlusn30-06 on February 05, 2019, 03:24:50 PM
Big difference between somebodies Zombie killer for when the world ends, and someone else's coyote setup.
And not to promote other forums, but if you want to look at AR's of every conceivable iteration: https://www.m4carbine.net/
Could be interesting to see hunting builds. I've only ever really seen tactical setups as I don't know anyone personally that hunts with an AR.
Post by: Special T on February 05, 2019, 03:44:13 PM
http://www.jlbillet.com/kalikey
Post by: WAElkhunter89 on February 05, 2019, 03:55:45 PM
This should be your first part in your AR build in Washington.
http://www.jlbillet.com/kalikey
Lets hope that Washington doesn't turn into California and we have to have this crap.
Post by: Tracker0721 on February 05, 2019, 03:57:13 PM
Haha can tell that was awhile back because I still had a craptastic vortex on it. That scope was sent back for repairs twice before I sold it off
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 05, 2019, 04:10:32 PM
Post by: Cab on February 05, 2019, 04:33:26 PM
Post by: Jpmiller on February 05, 2019, 04:35:03 PM
Will start off the replies with a classic: What are you going to use it for? What cal do you want it chambered in? etc...Will probably have better luck getting inspiration for what you want if you are more specific.
Big difference between somebodies Zombie killer for when the world ends, and someone else's coyote setup.
And not to promote other forums, but if you want to look at AR's of every conceivable iteration: https://www.m4carbine.net/
Could be interesting to see hunting builds. I've only ever really seen tactical setups as I don't know anyone personally that hunts with an AR.
You're not allowed to say you don't know someone who hunts with an AR, it makes you an anti gun liberal :chuckle:
This has always interested me I too would like to see others setups for inspiration on a possible future build.
Post by: Yondering on February 05, 2019, 04:52:16 PM
Could be interesting to see hunting builds. I've only ever really seen tactical setups as I don't know anyone personally that hunts with an AR.
I do. Unfortunately I do more AR building than hunting, so I've got several built for hunting that I've never actually hunted with. When I did hunt this fall, my son and I used a couple of the others that were not built as hunting guns, go figure. (He used my 9" 300 Blk pistol, I used the 12.5" 6.5 Grendel SBR shown below.)
Here are some pics. This first one is a 30 cal wildcat similar to the 30 American, using a 20" re-purposed Ruger 30/06 stainless sporter weight barrel and other light weight components. It weighs a bit under 7.5 lb.
(https://i.imgur.com/cLwxerpl.jpg)
This one is the 12.5" 6.5 Grendel SBR I hunted with this fall (without the light attached). The 129 ABLR worked great on one southern whitetail doe, but didn't shoot any other big game with it. I built this one a couple years ago before 12.5" Grendel barrels became popular, and it quickly became my favorite AR.
(https://i.imgur.com/n82X7EDl.jpg)
These two are matching 5.56 and 308 carbines. I haven't hunted big game with either one of these. The 5.56 is a "recce" pattern that I've shot a lot, and the 308 is there mostly just because I wanted one.
(https://i.imgur.com/qFZGpqrl.jpg)
Post by: gasman on February 05, 2019, 06:06:08 PM
18" fluted .223 wylde barrel, 1 in 8 twist. Hydro Dip Skulls.
Blue flame is my son's. 556 Nato, time to put it back together.
Short black skulls is going to be a 9mm I'm helping a buddy build. 10.5" barrel, 7.5" handgaurd.
Working on another for my buddy, gonna be 6.8 SPC, gotta strip it down and rehydro dip it AGAIN :bash:
Post by: h20hunter on February 05, 2019, 06:07:56 PM
Post by: yorketransport on February 05, 2019, 06:24:52 PM
This should be your first part in your AR build in Washington.
http://www.jlbillet.com/kalikey
I know I should be outraged that a product like this even has to exist, but I really like that idea! I used to shut off the gas block on my 6.5 BRX and 270 AR uppers and use them as single shots just so I wouldn't have to chase my brass all over the place.
Post by: Special T on February 05, 2019, 06:38:57 PM
I just like its simplicity and easy to convert back and forth.This should be your first part in your AR build in Washington.
http://www.jlbillet.com/kalikey
I know I should be outraged that a product like this even has to exist, but I really like that idea! I used to shut off the gas block on my 6.5 BRX and 270 AR uppers and use them as single shots just so I wouldn't have to chase my brass all over the place.
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Post by: Yondering on February 05, 2019, 07:40:09 PM
This should be your first part in your AR build in Washington.
http://www.jlbillet.com/kalikey
I know I should be outraged that a product like this even has to exist, but I really like that idea! I used to shut off the gas block on my 6.5 BRX and 270 AR uppers and use them as single shots just so I wouldn't have to chase my brass all over the place.
Ever tried just hanging a hat on your scope to avoid chasing brass? It's not ideal everywhere, but if you're shooting in one position, it drops the brass right at your feet (or next to the rifle if prone).
(https://i.imgur.com/C3qfFvkl.jpg)
Post by: Cab on February 06, 2019, 10:29:56 AM
Post by: Cab on February 06, 2019, 12:57:57 PM
Post by: emac on February 06, 2019, 01:15:21 PM
Looking to build a rifle for around $1000 should I go simple for the lower and spend most of the money on the upper and optics?Barrel and optics
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Post by: Yondering on February 06, 2019, 01:27:08 PM
Post by: DOUBLELUNG on February 06, 2019, 02:36:40 PM
Post by: Cab on February 06, 2019, 03:30:52 PM
I don't have an AR. There's a funny looking black rifle in my safe, but every time I ask it what it is, it self-identifies as a single shot bolt action.
:lol4: that just made my day.
Post by: Yondering on February 06, 2019, 04:37:18 PM
I don't have an AR. There's a funny looking black rifle in my safe, but every time I ask it what it is, it self-identifies as a single shot bolt action.
A bunch of mine claim they are straight pull bolt actions. Like the one in that first pic I posted for example.
Post by: Alchase on February 06, 2019, 05:59:32 PM
Could be interesting to see hunting builds. I've only ever really seen tactical setups as I don't know anyone personally that hunts with an AR.
I do. Unfortunately I do more AR building than hunting, so I've got several built for hunting that I've never actually hunted with. When I did hunt this fall, my son and I used a couple of the others that were not built as hunting guns, go figure. (He used my 9" 300 Blk pistol, I used the 12.5" 6.5 Grendel SBR shown below.)
Here are some pics. This first one is a 30 cal wildcat similar to the 30 American, using a 20" re-purposed Ruger 30/06 stainless sporter weight barrel and other light weight components. It weighs a bit under 7.5 lb.
(https://i.imgur.com/cLwxerpl.jpg)
This one is the 12.5" 6.5 Grendel SBR I hunted with this fall (without the light attached). The 129 ABLR worked great on one southern whitetail doe, but didn't shoot any other big game with it. I built this one a couple years ago before 12.5" Grendel barrels became popular, and it quickly became my favorite AR.
(https://i.imgur.com/n82X7EDl.jpg)
These two are matching 5.56 and 308 carbines. I haven't hunted big game with either one of these. The 5.56 is a "recce" pattern that I've shot a lot, and the 308 is there mostly just because I wanted one.
(https://i.imgur.com/qFZGpqrl.jpg)
Love the color of your Grendel!
Post by: Yondering on February 06, 2019, 08:15:38 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on February 06, 2019, 08:26:43 PM
Here is a sika my 6.5 Grendel made short work of a few days ago.
123sst heart shot. Chunks of heart and lungs in the blood trail. Pretty tough deer!
Post by: Dan-o on February 06, 2019, 08:33:04 PM
I want to shoot a deer with my Grendel)
That looks fun!
Post by: carpsniperg2 on February 06, 2019, 08:46:45 PM
I have to rack my brain think I have shot big game with 300blk/6x45/6.5G/243wssm and in the AR10 308 and 7mm-08.
If I get a wild hair I might share a pic of the new monsters in the works of being born muhahaha
Post by: Dan-o on February 06, 2019, 08:49:38 PM
It was a blast! LOL haha
I have to rack my brain think I have shot big game with 300blk/6x45/6.5G/243wssm and in the AR10 308 and 7mm-08.
If I get a wild hair I might share a pic of the new monsters in the works of being born muhahaha
DO IT!
Post by: Alchase on February 07, 2019, 12:06:46 PM
Thanks. Say it with Krylon! :chuckle:
Krylon Seriously?
Can you post instructions on how you did that?
That is a cool paint job, I figured it was dipped, LOL
Post by: Alchase on February 07, 2019, 12:08:45 PM
It was a blast! LOL haha
I have to rack my brain think I have shot big game with 300blk/6x45/6.5G/243wssm and in the AR10 308 and 7mm-08.
If I get a wild hair I might share a pic of the new monsters in the works of being born muhahaha
DO IT!
Please Mister, more please, :chuckle:
Post by: Yondering on February 07, 2019, 01:34:02 PM
Thanks. Say it with Krylon! :chuckle:
Krylon Seriously?
Can you post instructions on how you did that?
That is a cool paint job, I figured it was dipped, LOL
yeah, I'm fond of using Krylon on ARs for camo jobs; it's easy to remove if I want to go back, and it's plenty durable enough for it's purpose. Usually the sharp edges start to get worn, but that actually helps the camo look anyway.
As for instructions, I don't have a series of pics documenting it, but could take some next time I paint one. It's all freehand though, and seems like each one comes out a little different.
I use the Krylon "camo paint" colors for this; they are ultra flat and are part of the Fusion line so they work well on plastic like grips and stocks. Lots of good greys, browns, and greens to choose from. The general procedure goes something like this:
- Tape off everything important. Scope lenses (I'll use Butler Creek caps instead of tape if I have them), turrets, and the barrel muzzle all need protection, most everything else gets painted.
- For a desert camo, I usually start with a base layer of sand color, and then add random patches of darker browns and greys.
- Use something for stencils on the darker colors to break up the pattern. I like the tool wrap mesh, it gives sort of a snake-skin pattern, and have some tool box drawer liner material that makes interesting patterns too. Lots of different things can work there. With the mesh, sometimes I'll spray a patch of grey over the mesh, then shift the mesh slightly and spray some dark brown; that can make a pretty good pattern like scales or rattlesnake skin.
Ferns, leaves, grass etc all work well as stencils too if you're going for a local forest camo pattern.
Post by: Cab on February 07, 2019, 02:32:24 PM
Thanks. Say it with Krylon! :chuckle:
Krylon Seriously?
Can you post instructions on how you did that?
That is a cool paint job, I figured it was dipped, LOL
yeah, I'm fond of using Krylon on ARs for camo jobs; it's easy to remove if I want to go back, and it's plenty durable enough for it's purpose. Usually the sharp edges start to get worn, but that actually helps the camo look anyway.
As for instructions, I don't have a series of pics documenting it, but could take some next time I paint one. It's all freehand though, and seems like each one comes out a little different.
I use the Krylon "camo paint" colors for this; they are ultra flat and are part of the Fusion line so they work well on plastic like grips and stocks. Lots of good greys, browns, and greens to choose from. The general procedure goes something like this:
- Tape off everything important. Scope lenses (I'll use Butler Creek caps instead of tape if I have them), turrets, and the barrel muzzle all need protection, most everything else gets painted.
- For a desert camo, I usually start with a base layer of sand color, and then add random patches of darker browns and greys.
- Use something for stencils on the darker colors to break up the pattern. I like the tool wrap mesh, it gives sort of a snake-skin pattern, and have some tool box drawer liner material that makes interesting patterns too. Lots of different things can work there. With the mesh, sometimes I'll spray a patch of grey over the mesh, then shift the mesh slightly and spray some dark brown; that can make a pretty good pattern like scales or rattlesnake skin.
Ferns, leaves, grass etc all work well as stencils too if you're going for a local forest camo pattern.
great paint job and thanks for sharing! I thought it was one of those rifle wraps maybe.
Post by: JasonG on February 07, 2019, 05:25:19 PM
How do you like the 12.5? I'm thinking about getting one. Is that a Palmetto State Armory upper?
Could be interesting to see hunting builds. I've only ever really seen tactical setups as I don't know anyone personally that hunts with an AR.
I do. Unfortunately I do more AR building than hunting, so I've got several built for hunting that I've never actually hunted with. When I did hunt this fall, my son and I used a couple of the others that were not built as hunting guns, go figure. (He used my 9" 300 Blk pistol, I used the 12.5" 6.5 Grendel SBR shown below.)
Here are some pics. This first one is a 30 cal wildcat similar to the 30 American, using a 20" re-purposed Ruger 30/06 stainless sporter weight barrel and other light weight components. It weighs a bit under 7.5 lb.
(https://i.imgur.com/cLwxerpl.jpg)
This one is the 12.5" 6.5 Grendel SBR I hunted with this fall (without the light attached). The 129 ABLR worked great on one southern whitetail doe, but didn't shoot any other big game with it. I built this one a couple years ago before 12.5" Grendel barrels became popular, and it quickly became my favorite AR.
(https://i.imgur.com/n82X7EDl.jpg)
These two are matching 5.56 and 308 carbines. I haven't hunted big game with either one of these. The 5.56 is a "recce" pattern that I've shot a lot, and the 308 is there mostly just because I wanted one.
(https://i.imgur.com/qFZGpqrl.jpg)
Post by: Alchase on February 07, 2019, 05:32:39 PM
Thanks. Say it with Krylon! :chuckle:
Krylon Seriously?
Can you post instructions on how you did that?
That is a cool paint job, I figured it was dipped, LOL
yeah, I'm fond of using Krylon on ARs for camo jobs; it's easy to remove if I want to go back, and it's plenty durable enough for it's purpose. Usually the sharp edges start to get worn, but that actually helps the camo look anyway.
As for instructions, I don't have a series of pics documenting it, but could take some next time I paint one. It's all freehand though, and seems like each one comes out a little different.
I use the Krylon "camo paint" colors for this; they are ultra flat and are part of the Fusion line so they work well on plastic like grips and stocks. Lots of good greys, browns, and greens to choose from. The general procedure goes something like this:
- Tape off everything important. Scope lenses (I'll use Butler Creek caps instead of tape if I have them), turrets, and the barrel muzzle all need protection, most everything else gets painted.
- For a desert camo, I usually start with a base layer of sand color, and then add random patches of darker browns and greys.
- Use something for stencils on the darker colors to break up the pattern. I like the tool wrap mesh, it gives sort of a snake-skin pattern, and have some tool box drawer liner material that makes interesting patterns too. Lots of different things can work there. With the mesh, sometimes I'll spray a patch of grey over the mesh, then shift the mesh slightly and spray some dark brown; that can make a pretty good pattern like scales or rattlesnake skin.
Ferns, leaves, grass etc all work well as stencils too if you're going for a local forest camo pattern.
That is so awesome, sounds very doable.
How did you get the nerve to try it the first time, LOL
Thank you for the instructions!
Post by: Yondering on February 07, 2019, 06:31:20 PM
How do you like the 12.5? I'm thinking about getting one. Is that a Palmetto State Armory upper?
The 12.5" Grendel is awesome. Easy to pack around, very compact, but also easy to hit stuff at distance. At 600+ yards, if there's any wind at all this is easier to hit with than my 16" 223; more drop for sure but way more consistent in the wind with those heavier high b.c. bullets. And, it shoots well with cheap Wolf FMJ too, so that's a bonus.
It's not a PSA upper, I assembled it from parts, and machined the barrel and muzzle device myself from a blank. IIRC the upper receiver itself is a BCM with a Matrix handguard.
Alchase, the Krylon stuff is no sweat on AR receivers and handguards, you can always wash it off with brake cleaner or other solvents. It takes a little scrubbing, but they come out looking like new again. It's pretty low stress compared to dealing with a nice wood stock on a bolt gun.
Post by: Alchase on February 07, 2019, 07:05:08 PM
Did you paint the barrel as well?
I want to do this so bad
LOL
Post by: Cab on February 08, 2019, 12:37:48 PM
Post by: Yondering on February 08, 2019, 12:48:20 PM
Did you disassemble for painting?
Did you paint the barrel as well?
I want to do this so bad
LOL
No I keep everything assembled, just mask off stuff that shouldn't get painted. The patterns match up better that way. Usually I extend the stock fully so it won't show a bare spot if someone wants to use it that way.
I don't make any particular effort to paint the barrel under the handguard, but it gets plenty of paint anyway. I do normally paint the section of barrel that is in front of the handguard. If you like to get your barrels really hot with rapid fire, the paint may eventually darken and even burn off, but I don't do that because it's pretty bad for the barrel.
Post by: Mongo Hunter on February 18, 2019, 10:37:22 AM
Post by: Cab on February 19, 2019, 08:26:25 AM
Just did a couple of glam shots for a buddies website I'm helping him put together. Going to start selling AR parts.
Those look great!! I'm getting most of the parts in today so I should be set to start building this week.
Post by: Mongo Hunter on February 19, 2019, 08:38:30 AM
Post by: Cab on February 19, 2019, 08:58:14 AM
If you're assembling the whole thing from scratch I recommend a good punch/hammer set, vice, armorers wrench and the upper vice block. makes life a lot easier. oh and lock tight! lol:tup: Yup I was trying for a bit to figure out how I could avoid buying all those things but I just said hell with it and bought them all. Also got a Torque wrench. I rather do things the right way the first time rather than struggling or possibly damage something.
Post by: Cab on March 12, 2019, 09:02:39 AM
Post by: Alchase on March 12, 2019, 09:32:24 AM
Post by: Cab on March 12, 2019, 10:45:54 AM
How do you like it with your red dot and flip-up rear that far up the hand guard?
:chuckle: yea this was when I threw everything on real quick to show my brother, I have moved everything since.
Post by: Yondering on March 12, 2019, 11:31:54 AM
and was very happy with the 3.5lb Rise Armament trigger.
I've been pretty happy with my Rise trigger as well, given the price.
Post by: Alchase on March 12, 2019, 06:38:34 PM
How do you like it with your red dot and flip-up rear that far up the hand guard?
:chuckle: yea this was when I threw everything on real quick to show my brother, I have moved everything since.
I was thinking “this is new” must have great eyesight, LOL
Post by: Iveexcaped3 on March 12, 2019, 07:03:41 PM
Well took about a month but it's all done!! Took it out last weekend and was very happy with the 3.5lb Rise Armament trigger.
What foregrip is that? I like the look
Post by: Cab on March 13, 2019, 08:29:46 AM
Well took about a month but it's all done!! Took it out last weekend and was very happy with the 3.5lb Rise Armament trigger.
What foregrip is that? I like the look
STNGR HWK https://www.stngrusa.com/hwk-m-lok-free-float-handguard-15-ar15-m4-1/ (https://www.stngrusa.com/hwk-m-lok-free-float-handguard-15-ar15-m4-1/) I then duracoated it, the light and the base for the red dot.
Post by: 724wd on March 16, 2019, 12:13:44 AM
Post by: Alchase on March 17, 2019, 05:42:41 PM
Post by: Cab on March 18, 2019, 09:14:13 AM
Post by: dreadi on March 18, 2019, 09:34:55 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190318/49a661baace2e3f20851ff988938f7aa.jpg)
Post by: Cab on March 18, 2019, 10:05:00 AM
458 SOCOM in Magpul O.D. Green and Patriot Brown
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190318/49a661baace2e3f20851ff988938f7aa.jpg)
Oooohh that handguard and suppressor makes it look super clean! I love how they complement each other. That's a really cool AR!
Post by: dreadi on March 19, 2019, 10:52:05 PM
458 SOCOM in Magpul O.D. Green and Patriot Brown
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190318/49a661baace2e3f20851ff988938f7aa.jpg)
Oooohh that handguard and suppressor makes it look super clean! I love how they complement each other. That's a really cool AR!
Thank you. Although that is a linear compensator, not a suppressor.
Post by: hoyt2002 on March 19, 2019, 11:13:22 PM
Post by: Cab on March 20, 2019, 08:29:01 AM
Post by: Yondering on April 11, 2019, 04:29:05 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/oHmv4WJl.jpg)
Post by: fowl smacker on April 11, 2019, 05:17:20 PM
Here's a 16" 300 Blk. It's not really "camo" so much as just something different than basic black. I kept the rifle simple and removed a little weight from the barrel and handguard, it ended up at just a little over 6 lb.Just curious how you went about removing weight from the barrel?
(https://i.imgur.com/oHmv4WJl.jpg)
Post by: Yondering on April 11, 2019, 05:38:16 PM
Post by: fowl smacker on April 11, 2019, 07:50:33 PM
I turned it down in my lathe to a lightweight profile. It was an HBAR profile, which in my opinion is kinda dumb for a 300 Blk carbine; I wanted it light and handy rather than a wanna-be long range target setup. I took around 10 oz of steel off that barrel.Right on, does it heat up fast now?
Post by: sooperfly on April 12, 2019, 08:27:40 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/7904/45972083865_6ebd96cc93_c.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/4820/45972081535_2795b415a0_b.jpg)
Post by: Yondering on April 12, 2019, 08:58:01 AM
I turned it down in my lathe to a lightweight profile. It was an HBAR profile, which in my opinion is kinda dumb for a 300 Blk carbine; I wanted it light and handy rather than a wanna-be long range target setup. I took around 10 oz of steel off that barrel.Right on, does it heat up fast now?
No. 300 Blk doesn't heat up barrels very fast compared to 5.56 (larger bore and a lot less powder), and I'm not much interested in gravel pit bumpfire and mag dumps which is what you'd have to do to get this barrel really hot.
Post by: Alchase on April 12, 2019, 10:00:21 AM
Finished this last year, my "two stamper", SBR and DD. Well three stamps when the suppressor is on it.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/7904/45972083865_6ebd96cc93_c.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/4820/45972081535_2795b415a0_b.jpg)
Sweet setup!
Can you actually shoot that Thumper?
Post by: Alchase on April 12, 2019, 10:02:00 AM
Here's a 16" 300 Blk. It's not really "camo" so much as just something different than basic black. I kept the rifle simple and removed a little weight from the barrel and handguard, it ended up at just a little over 6 lb.
(https://i.imgur.com/oHmv4WJl.jpg)
You have some amazing and creative paint schemes :tup:
Post by: sooperfly on April 12, 2019, 10:07:24 AM
Sweet setup!
Can you actually shoot that Thumper?
You bet! :tup: The .22 adapter with tracers is especially fun.
Post by: Alchase on April 12, 2019, 11:18:46 AM
Post by: mountainman on April 12, 2019, 11:19:44 AM
Cool my friend👍
Sweet setup!
Can you actually shoot that Thumper?
You bet! :tup: The .22 adapter with tracers is especially fun.
Post by: ELKBURGER on April 12, 2019, 12:14:16 PM
My .300 BLK build as it sits. Still looking for a good upper I can afford. And I need a trigger. I took a chance in a Davidson defense, but when you release the trigger after the shot, the hammer falls again. No good! :oStorm trooper :tup:
Post by: konradcountry on April 13, 2019, 08:08:40 AM
My .300 BLK build as it sits. Still looking for a good upper I can afford.
Check out Durkin Tactical slick side.
Post by: 724wd on April 16, 2019, 11:33:49 AM
My .300 BLK build as it sits. Still looking for a good upper I can afford.
Check out Durkin Tactical slick side.
Thanks, I'll look them up