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This HAS to be a joke....it doesn't come in FDE.   My favorite part of the prank: "The whole purpose of open carry is to give off the "don't mess with me" persona. The whole purpose of Perceived Carry Decoys is to give off the appearance that you too are ready for anyone, anywhere."   Unless that 'Anyone' has a real gun....then you're f-ed.

Here is the story: http://www.local8now.com/crimetracker/headlines/Employee-at-Seymour-Cash-Express-robbed-at-gunpoint-298933541.html   Too bad the employee wasn't carrying; the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office wouldn't need help finding the suspect - they would just have to look down.

      Did a search for "perfecta" before posting - this thread didn't come up. Sorry guys.

Just wanted to give anyone in the Mount Juliet area a heads up - I was at Walmart earlier today and saw they have Perfecta ammo on 'rollback'.   50 rounds of 9mm for $6.97 20 rounds of .308 WIN for $6.94   I have never used it before, so I did a quick review lookup on my phone and everyone says the stuff shoots just as good as Federal.   At $0.37/round for .308 WIN (after tax and ammo fee) I couldn't pass it up. They have a 6 box limit, so I'll be making another trip later today and hope they don't recognize me so I can snag another 120 rounds.

Just repeating everyone else, but I have lots of PSA and PTAC builds. All great. Good prices and good quality.

Understandable mistake - I have kids and you'd be surprised what I forget on a regular basis with the daily grind (cell phone, work laptop, belt, matching socks, kids, etc.)   Congrats on finding an awesome wife...and on the XD. Best to be prepared no matter what. Also, congrats on getting rid of the Nano- apologies to any Nano lovers out there.

  I probably should have added that. I have a Primary Arms pistol buffer kit that cost me about $40. So technically it was about $10 over $500 when all was said and done. Not too shabby.   (And of course the brace, which runs about $100. I didn't count that since it it's more of an accessory.)

I have put together a number of builds using PSA and PTAC. All work flawlessly and the wife likes the fact that Palmetto State doesn't break the bank.   You mentioned getting a PTAC lower, but that line is usually for their upper assemblies. The only difference between the two is their quality control. PSA is mil-spec (every piece off the line is checked) while PTAC is expected to be mil-spec (they batch check every 100 or so - if the tested pieces pass, the batch passes).    Either way, I think you're good to go with PSA or PTAC. :cheers:

Dang, just noticed that - title says 'IN STOCK' but availability is out. My bad.

Similar in spec and about $20 more: http://www.stuttstacticalsupply.com/AR15-Performance-556223-Wylde-125-SBRpistol-barrel-melonited-IN-STOCK-_p_289.html 

Update - PSA just contacted me and said they are running a free shipping deal on all orders over $100 - so they are crediting me the $8.50 for the LPK.    Brings the total build down to $471.98  :cheers:

I was looking to build AR Pistol to outfit with a SIG Brace (before they try to make them illegal), but didn't have much of a budget.   Did some research and was able to get everything put together for under $500, so I thought I'd share the info/links for anyone else who might be in the market:   PSA 10.5" Barreled Upper without BCG or Charging Handle ($199 w/ free S/H): http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/19391/s/psa-10-5-5-56-nato-1-7-nitride-upper-without-bcg-or-charging-handle/category/4220/ PSA Stripped Lower ($98.99 w/ S/H): http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/1995/category/4283/ DS Arms Complete BCG ($79 w/ S/H):  http://www.dsarms.com/p-12456-ar15zm4-m16-type-complete-bolt-carrier-group-assembly-gas-key-installed-carrier-chrome-plated-in.aspx  PSA Lower Parts Kit with Trigger Control Group ($53.49 w/ S/H): http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.php/catalog/product/view/id/13051/category/389/ Standard Charging Handle ($15) http://www.dsarms.com/p-12691-ar15zm4-alloy-charging-handle-assembly-complete-with-standard-latch.aspx Transfer fee and background check ($35)     Total cost for the entire build: $480.48  

I couldn't' agree more.   I have a Gunsite Scout that was having some extraction issues. They had UPS pick it up the next business day and it was returned within 1.5 weeks. Excellent customer service all around.

I couldn't find the Ruger online anywhere in stock with a lower price tag, but did notice budsgunshop has a Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport for $627 ($609 with their cash discount).    http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/36_1989/products_id/71969/S%26W+M%26P15+Sport+30%2B1+223REM5.56NATO+16%22   My entry level AR was an Smith & Wesson M&P 15 OR. It has been a great gun with no issues. The only thing the Sport lacks over the other entry models is the dust cover and forward assist. Depending on your needs and where you plan on shooting, these may not be necessities.   I have also built a PSA AR from Palmetto state for less than $600 (including shipping & transfer) and it has been a great shooter.   Whatever you end up choosing, good luck. Hope you find something within your budget that gives you years of enjoyment at the range.

Great choice. My first was an MP15 OR and I have been very happy with it. 

Part of me wonders if these actions are actually calculated attempts to sway elections, but not in the way the author describes (he believes this will energize conservatives to vote against democrats - but the people he refers to aren't voting for democrats anyway).   For instance, outgoing Attorney General Eric Holder and the Administration propose to ban the M855 ammo knowing that ammunition meets none of the criteria as outlined in the ATFE rules (see http://gunssavelives.net/blog/gun-laws/georgia-gun-rights-group-tears-apart-atfs-proposed-m855-ban-with-their-comments/ for a section by section breakdown).   They know that any time there is a whisper of a ban on any type of ammunition, type of firearm, etc. shooters, 2nd amendment supporters and patriots will rush to buy up as much of the item in question as possible in the event it is someday unavailable. This results in manufactures increasing their production of said item and retailers increasing their prices.    At the end of the day, whether a ban is implemented or not, we have spent a considerable amount of money we wouldn't have otherwise spent - and that money isn't being spent on political action committees, the NRA or GOA.   Essentially, the left decides they want to slow campaign donations to their opposition - so they mention, propose or try to introduce legislation involving gun/ammo bans or restrictions.   Just a thought.

Opinions vary, but Jeff Cooper had an idea of the general attributes of what a scout rifle 'should' be, not necessarily a list of exact requirements. Basically is is an all purpose rifle that could be used for hunting and self defense when needed. If you could have only one gun, it would be a scout rifle.   In a nutshell: Bolt action (more reliable, less maintenance) .308 or higher caliber (to take down targets up to 300lbs. at up to 450 yards) Bi-pod (stability for longer range) Forward mounted scope with long eye relief (for quick target acquisition while keeping both eyes open, which is important to maintain peripheral vision) Iron sites (for backup) Simple sling (for carrying) Fixed magnification scope (1 to 2.5x) The three modern scout models that come to mind are: Steyr Scout: http://www.steyrarms.com/products/hunting-rifles/scout/ Ruger Gunsite Scout: http://www.ruger.com/products/gunsiteScoutRifle/models.html Springfield M1A Scout Squad: http://www.springfield-armory.com/products/m1a-scout-squad/   I recently bought a Ruger Gunsite Scout (Lefty in 18" Stainless Steel Barrel). Great gun, waiting for my optics to come in the mail. Only negative is the 500 cycles you have to do with bolt to smooth out the action....but all you need to do is get some oil, turn on Top Shot and go to town.