Been thinking about building my first AR-15 for a while now. It's finally time to dive in, and I've started checking out parts. I see some good deals, but honestly, I feel like I'm just scratching the surface here.
Going for a basic rifle build to start, probably sticking with 5.56, but I'm open to suggestions if there's a better route for a newbie.
I'd love to hear if there are any brands people avoid. Also, what hidden costs should I be aware of? I've heard stories about rookie mistakes—any tips would help.
Should I just play it safe and buy one already built? I appreciate any advice, even if it's just lessons learned the hard way when you were starting out.
Going for a basic rifle build to start, probably sticking with 5.56, but I'm open to suggestions if there's a better route for a newbie.
I'd love to hear if there are any brands people avoid. Also, what hidden costs should I be aware of? I've heard stories about rookie mistakes—any tips would help.
Should I just play it safe and buy one already built? I appreciate any advice, even if it's just lessons learned the hard way when you were starting out.
