My first AR build

[reed1285]

Nothing too special, this being my first build I didnt want to go overboard on anything, just wanted a standard M4 style carbine. Just thought Id show you guys a couple snaps of it. Something about building your own rifle and then firing it for the first time at the range I really liked alot, so this one will be 1 of 3 I hope to build.

Parts- Stag lower (Stag lower parts kit in it)

PSA 14.7" (permanently pinned flashider) upper (bolt, bolt carrier, and charging handle came with the upper as well)

DPMS buttstock

Hogue overmolded grip (love it)

YHM flip up rear sight

I went 2 weekends ago and shot it for the first time and it did good. I shot about 60 rounds through it and in the first 15 rounds or so I had two FTF. I think what it was, was that for some crazy reason the trigger didnt reset on those two rounds. Nonetheless I field stripped it and looked it over really well and couldnt find anything out of the ordinary. So I put it back together then shot somewhere around 40-50 rounds through it without another hiccup. Who knows. I plan on going again this upcoming weekend to shoot 100 rounds or so through it. Still needs to be broken in haha. Anyways here it is. Oh and that dark black spot you see above the trigger in the second pic is just accumulation of gun oil, didnt see it when I took the pic or I wouldve wiped it off.

[mikegideon]

Good job. That Pardus stock is great. I had one on my first AR. I replaced it with a Magpul later on, but there's nothing wrong with it. Here's some cheap ammo so you can feed it properly

WPA (Wolf) .223 55gn FMJ 20rd Box

[Caster]

You realize your screwed now right? You're gonna be broke from now on. If you think this is the only one you're gonna build, you are sadly mistaken.

Nice job by the way:)

[reed1285]

Thanks Mike, really the reason why I got the paradus is because it came with the buffer and buffer spring, without having to buy it all seperately. I will eventually change it to a magpul ctr. Thats the stock I really want. But, like you said the DPMS paradus is a very good stock and will work just fine until I get a CTR

And Caster, trust me, I know what Ive done haha. I cant wait to start another one, but it will have to be after the first of the year.

[Dolomite_supafly]

If you are still have issues with the trigger not resetting let me know. I can walk you through the fix and it is easy. Because of tolerances the disconnect can sometimes not get enough of a bite on the hammer. It is normal but rare these days.

Not sure what ammo you were using but for the first few hundred orunds on a new build I would use American ammo like Remington green box or the Federal bulk packs. After 100 rounds you should be able to fire almost anything you want.

Also, don't over oil the gun. A light coat on the bolt and bolt carrier for break in. A little grease on the hammer where it contacts the disconnect as well as on the section that contacts the trigger would also help.

Definitely a good looking stick you have. I absolutely love the Hogue grips, as a matter of fact that is all I use anymore. I have also always been fond of the Stag lowers, never heard of a problem out of them.

Dolomite

[mikegideon]

You realize your screwed now right? You're gonna be broke from now on. If you think this is the only one you're gonna build, you are sadly mistaken.

Truth, boolit man

[mikegideon]

If you are still have issues with the trigger not resetting let me know. I can walk you through the fix and it is easy. Because of tolerances the disconnect can sometimes not get enough of a bite on the hammer. It is normal but rare these days.

Not sure what ammo you were using but for the first few hundred orunds on a new build I would use American ammo like Remington green box or the Federal bulk packs. After 100 rounds you should be able to fire almost anything you want.

Also, don't over oil the gun. A light coat on the bolt and bolt carrier for break in. A little grease on the hammer where it contacts the disconnect as well as on the section that contacts the trigger would also help.

Definitely a good looking stick you have. I absolutely love the Hogue grips, as a matter of fact that is all I use anymore. I have also always been fond of the Stag lowers, never heard of a problem out of them.

Dolomite

Could the disconnector spring be in upside down? Don't guess you have to ask how I could come up with that question.

[reed1285]

If you are still have issues with the trigger not resetting let me know. I can walk you through the fix and it is easy. Because of tolerances the disconnect can sometimes not get enough of a bite on the hammer. It is normal but rare these days.

Not sure what ammo you were using but for the first few hundred orunds on a new build I would use American ammo like Remington green box or the Federal bulk packs. After 100 rounds you should be able to fire almost anything you want.

Also, don't over oil the gun. A light coat on the bolt and bolt carrier for break in. A little grease on the hammer where it contacts the disconnect as well as on the section that contacts the trigger would also help.

Definitely a good looking stick you have. I absolutely love the Hogue grips, as a matter of fact that is all I use anymore. I have also always been fond of the Stag lowers, never heard of a problem out of them.

Dolomite

thanks for all the info! the only ammo ive shot out of it so far is Federal/Lake City XM193 55 gr. Im probably gonna try the 62 gr green tip Federal/Lake City next. I think its XM855

[Dolomite_supafly]

Could the disconnector spring be in upside down? Don't guess you have to ask how I could come up with that question.

It could and yes I have done similar things in my builds. Too often it seems anymore.

Dolomite

[mikegideon]

It could and yes I have done similar things in my builds. Too often it seems anymore.

Dolomite

OP... Fat side goes down. If you put it in upside down it will stick and remove tension from the disconnector.

[Il Duce]

nicedid you go to prentice to shoot?

[Il Duce]

Btw Mike you have me second guessing my SBR build now on that spring lol

[reed1285]

nicedid you go to prentice to shoot?

yep thats where i went. my father in law owns a bit of acreage in jasper that im probably gonna go shoot at this wkend. When I got to the range a couple of weekends to shoot the ar, it was packed. there was only 1 lane open, and it was a 100 yard lane. I was hoping that a 50 yard would be open but no such luck, until after about an hour of shooting on the 100, then a 50 opened up and I grabbed it up real quick. By the time I left the range there was guys waiting in a line for a lane to open up. I really dont like shooting with people standing everywhere, I dont know why. I guess because I feel pressured to hurry up so they can have a chance to shoot as well. So I decided to just go to my father in laws next time.

[bigwakes]

Nice looking build.

[Il Duce]

yep thats where i went. my father in law owns a bit of acreage in jasper that im probably gonna go shoot at this wkend. When I got to the range a couple of weekends to shoot the ar, it was packed. there was only 1 lane open, and it was a 100 yard lane. I was hoping that a 50 yard would be open but no such luck, until after about an hour of shooting on the 100, then a 50 opened up and I grabbed it up real quick. By the time I left the range there was guys waiting in a line for a lane to open up. I really dont like shooting with people standing everywhere, I dont know why. I guess because I feel pressured to hurry up so they can have a chance to shoot as well. So I decided to just go to my father in laws next time.

I feel the same way especially up there

[reed1285]

well the vortex strikefire came in today, gotta love midway. Ordered it Friday, came in today. And of course, like a kid on Christmas morning, I had to open her up and install it. Really like it so far, only range time will tell. Anyways here she is, new and improved.

[reed1285]

im happy to report that i shot about 80 rounds through the ar today and didnt have anymore FTF, eject, or feeds. i dont know what was up with those two FTF's when it was brand new, but it seems to be doing great now. got the vortex zeroed in at 50 too. it zeroed well though and i am very pleased with it.

[Guest sklax17]

If you have a stock trigger if you btake it out and polish it even with very fine nail files you will notice no more creep just dont mess with angles!! Cheap and improves remeber minimal polishing only trigger nose

[Guest 240KAR]

You like that red dot? I just built my first at this weekend and was looking for one when I came upon your post. I may have to order one!! Nice rifle btw. I'll post a thread with mine later.

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[Mike]

Needs to be shot more. It's too clean..

Mike

[Guest NYCrulesU]

Nice looking gun!

[reed1285]

You like that red dot? I just built my first at this weekend and was looking for one when I came upon your post. I may have to order one!! Nice rifle btw. I'll post a thread with mine later.

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yeah i like it a lot. it zeroed in just a few shots and fit and finish is great. the mount it comes with is a very sturdy one. im gonna buy a larue quick detach for it soon though. I bought the red dot only version, it comes in a red/green dot as well, but after reading many reviews on the red/green dot version about it not being bright enough in sunlight, i bought the red dot only version. its plenty bright enough in sunlight.

and yes it does need to be shot more! I just recently picked up skeet shooting due to a buddy of mine, so i had to get a good skeet gun. but i plan on shooting 100 rds or so through the ar here in a week or so.