My first AR.

[mikegideon]

So my sling won't hurt anything where it is?

I don't think so. A standard A2 gas block comes with a sling loop. If you want to free float the barrel to improve accuracy, an Omega has a QD attachment point on it.

[dieewigeteufel]

Its fine right where it is for your uses right now. A little unsolightted advice, meant in the best possible way..... Stop. Stop buying garbage accessories to decorate your rifle. You made an excellent choice for your first AR. Don't ugly it up with cheap trinkets. Assess what you need, not what looks cool. When you decide what you need, through research and use, don't skimp on buying. You will find out with ARs, you pay for what you get. Think "buy once, cry once." That money you spent on those things would have been better spent on ammo.

Ammo - buy more of it. You can never have enough. Price is going no where but up. Ammo is one of the better investments you can make with a weapon. The more you shoot, the more proficient you become. The more proficient you become, the more knowledgeable and savvy you become with your weapon of choice. Ammo only helps.

Buy more magazines. They're ultimately disposable items. Find a sale on good mags, they're out there. Never pay more than $14.20.....and you can usually get good mags cheaper. Stick with a known quality.

Do your research on accessories. Good things cost more for a reason. BUT, you can still get fantastic deals on lightly used, quality items if you're patient and looking.

Thanks for the advice. I didn't really buy anything because of how it looked though. I simply prefer a grip and wanted a light for home defense. And ammo is a different story. I can't find any at the moment. Edited December 12, 2012 by dieewigeteufel

[alwaysonjohn]

just try to use 55grain or more for ammo.

Most people like to use military 62grain green tip ammo because of the price, but they are out of stock everywhere.

https://www.primaryarms.com/Federal_XM855LC_5_56x45mm_62gr_Green_Tip_420_RD_p/xm855lc1ac1.htm

http://www.brownells.com/ammunition/rifle-ammo/5-56mm-xm855-rifle-ammunition-ammo-can-prod44665.aspx

 

I normally shoot PMC Bronze due to the price. It normally sells around $7 or cheaper if you buy in bulk.

[dieewigeteufel]

just try to use 55grain or more for ammo.

Most people like to use military 62grain green tip ammo because of the price, but they are out of stock everywhere.

https://www.primaryarms.com/Federal_XM855LC_5_56x45mm_62gr_Green_Tip_420_RD_p/xm855lc1ac1.htm

http://www.brownells.com/ammunition/rifle-ammo/5-56mm-xm855-rifle-ammunition-ammo-can-prod44665.aspx

 

I normally shoot PMC Bronze due to the price. It normally sells around $7 or cheaper if you buy in bulk.

I would love to order those. I actually just tried but they are both out of stock.