Purchasing parts from PSA for Lego assembley

[SoonerP226]

Too bad he is so far from Rijas.

You're a bad, bad man.

I knew there was a reason I liked you.

 

[Tanis143]

I do like to spend the extra on nicer charging handles, I find them much more comfortable in operation.

I never could buy into the price or the hype of upscale charging handles. As long as it releases the lock and doesn't bind in the charging slot, I could care less and can't justify paying more than 15-18 bucks for a simple milspec ch. Of course I'm not a competition shooter and I have very, very calloused fingertips from working in the cable industry.

Not saying your choice is wrong, just that I don't understand it. Great thing about AR's, you can build them how you and your budget decide.

 

[dennishoddy]

ASSEMBLED LOWER
https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-ar15-moe-ept-lower-black.html

Do not buy an assembled lower. The trigger will suck and need replaced. Your paying for throw away parts.
There are many drop in triggers out there that will far exceed what you will get in an assembled lower with junk parts.
Depending on your budget, There are CMC triggers (I've never used one but have good reviews) Rise Armament triggers made in Broken Arrow Ok, (I have four and love them) Timney triggers (the epitome of triggers IMHO for single stage, I have three), Gissel, JP(I have two, and are not drop in and must be tuned, not for beginners) and others that are high end. Some two stage, some single stage. For the New person to AR's go with the single stage. Later if one wants to go more long range precision, go with the double stage.
I can't tell you how many people have accuracy problems at the range that can be fixed with a trigger change.
Next issue with an assembled lower from a manufacturer is that it will possibly interfere with a proper cheek weld because of the wrong stock. The majority of stocks on AR's will not work with muffs as when getting the cheek weld, it pushes the muffs up and exposes the ear so most wear plugs when shooting with the standard stocks.
For me, to get that cheek weld with low profile muffs, the magpul ACS with the battery storage is perfect. The hump for the battery storage moves the face away and gives relief to the muffs so they can protect hearing.
IMHO proper prep of the lower contributes as much toward accuracy as the rest of the rifle. If one is not comfortable with the cheek weld and trigger, the rest of the gun isn't going to make accuracy any better.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/sho...merce, Inc.&WT.tsrc=AFF&utm_medium=AFF&rid=10

There may be others and I'm interested in hearing other opinions, but for me the MagPul

 

[dennishoddy]

I never could buy into the price or the hype of upscale charging handles. As long as it releases the lock and doesn't bind in the charging slot, I could care less and can't justify paying more than 15-18 bucks for a simple milspec ch. Of course I'm not a competition shooter and I have very, very calloused fingertips from working in the cable industry.

Not saying your choice is wrong, just that I don't understand it. Great thing about AR's, you can build them how you and your budget decide.

Charging handles do not contribute anything to the operation or accuracy of the rifle other than moving the BCG back and forth. I have a couple of the Bravo company extended charging handles that were about $50 if I remember right for scoped AR's and fell into a deal here on OSA for some Breek charging handles that were extended and ambidextrous for about $15. Bought several and they work just as well as the Bravo company.

 

[Truckdriver]

I agree with everything @tRidiot says. I have a psa rifle that is a sub moa rifle with hand loads. They make a good product for price. I will say those prices are inflated due to Covid 19. Also PSA has never been quick about shipping especially uppers prior to current issue.

Since your not building the AR. Is there any reason you don't just buy a new one locally? Personally at those prices. I think you should try and find a built rifle locally . Really no benefit to go the route your looking at if your buying a built lower and upper. Nothing you speced out is special.

I'm not sure what he is stocking atm. I'm not at home to check on his stock. Last time I was there in Feb, he was way low on rifles hanging on the wall. Knowing the panic buying that's happened over the last 8 weeks, I'm not sure what his stock is. Also, last time I checked, the ARs he usually carries are higher end rifles a bit out of my price range. He has a FB page but I rarely see any AR platforms selling on it.

 

[tRidiot]

Charging handles do not contribute anything to the operation or accuracy of the rifle other than moving the BCG back and forth. I have a couple of the Bravo company extended charging handles that were about $50 if I remember right for scoped AR's and fell into a deal here on OSA for some Breek charging handles that were extended and ambidextrous for about $15. Bought several and they work just as well as the Bravo company.

Right... I don't spend $80-100 on a CH. I do however spend a little more on extended latches or an ambi handle - plenty out there for $20-40.

 

[BlackDeath]

I'd get this upper which includes the bcg and charging handle. It would knock $100 off the whole kit.
https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa...per-with-bcg-ch-mbus-sight-set-516447488.html

 

[bigred1]

Do not buy an assembled lower. The trigger will suck and need replaced. Your paying for throw away parts.
There are many drop in triggers out there that will far exceed what you will get in an assembled lower with junk parts.
Depending on your budget, There are CMC triggers (I've never used one but have good reviews) Rise Armament triggers made in Broken Arrow Ok, (I have four and love them) Timney triggers (the epitome of triggers IMHO for single stage, I have three), Gissel, JP(I have two, and are not drop in and must be tuned, not for beginners) and others that are high end. Some two stage, some single stage. For the New person to AR's go with the single stage. Later if one wants to go more long range precision, go with the double stage.
I can't tell you how many people have accuracy problems at the range that can be fixed with a trigger change.
Next issue with an assembled lower from a manufacturer is that it will possibly interfere with a proper cheek weld because of the wrong stock. The majority of stocks on AR's will not work with muffs as when getting the cheek weld, it pushes the muffs up and exposes the ear so most wear plugs when shooting with the standard stocks.
For me, to get that cheek weld with low profile muffs, the magpul ACS with the battery storage is perfect. The hump for the battery storage moves the face away and gives relief to the muffs so they can protect hearing.
IMHO proper prep of the lower contributes as much toward accuracy as the rest of the rifle. If one is not comfortable with the cheek weld and trigger, the rest of the gun isn't going to make accuracy any better.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/shooting/firearm-components/gun-stocks/pc/104792580/c/104717880/sc/391643280/magpul-moe-sl-s-stock/2499889.uts?irclickid=1h:wg6UGsxyOTwWwUx0Mo3cgUkiz7NRWgzKcwM0&irgwc=1&WT.mc_id=ir34844&utm_source=Cartera Commerce, Inc.&WT.tsrc=AFF&utm_medium=AFF&rid=10

There may be others and I'm interested in hearing other opinions, but for me the MagPul

the link you provided shows an SL-S . Is that the one you use or did you mean to link an ACS stock?
EDIT: I'm just trying to gain knowledge from people with experience since I'm relatively new to this.

 

[Glock 40]

Lots of good info in here. I agree with @dennishoddy no reason to waste money on a built lower. You can build a lower at your table with a youtube video in an hour you will need a few tools that can be found inexpensive on Ebay an armorers wrench and a vice block and some punches. Thats the best place to start if you want to build an AR. Get a lower then piece it together they way you want it.


If you just want an upper and lower to put together. I still would suggest going with a built gun if your not wanting to build the whole thing. New gun in box will have been tested with all parts together. Head spaced and have warranty. I know PSA has warranty and tests their uppers but not necessarily with the bcg you are buying.

Also if your in Duncan its worth a call to Lawton Academy to see what ARs they have in stock or can order in. I wouldn't have an issue with any of these

Ruger $649
https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/ruger-ar-556-556-semiautomatic-rifle#repChildCatid=1364736

Sig $799
https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/si...rem-semiautomatic-rifle#repChildCatid=6787008

SA Saint $849
https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/sp...ato-semiautomatic-rifle#repChildCatid=3891145

If those are out of your price range. Check atwoods they usually have some less expensive stuff.

 

[O4L]

the link you provided shows an SL-S . Is that the one you use or did you mean to link an ACS stock?

I noticed that too.

I have the ACS on one of my rifles and I haven't noticed any difference in interference with ear muffs but I don't use them much either.

I use some nifty ear plugs that cancel out most of the loud sounds while letting me be able to hear a conversation without removing them.