been looking at AR's for a long time. I want one like I shot back in the military in the late 80's which was similar to the Vietnam style (A1 or A2). (you can tell my ignorance of them).
I was looking at building one since I could not find what I wanted. then I found this one for $550.
I don't like the hand guards or the detachable handle. the hand guards are easy enough and cheap. I am also going to replace the upper with one that is not removable. I found this upper
https://www.primaryarms.com/luth-ar-a1-c7-stripped-upper-receiver
I could not build it for that price.
yes I know I will need some tools to replace the upper.
also looking to replace the trigger.
oh, the wife already has a kimber 380 and she has been drooling over the matching 9mm. well she bought it. I am not overly impressed with the kimber, especially for the price. $950. only ONE mag came with it, same with the 380. also the 9mm came with a padded bag but the 380 didn't.
the 9mm had a few jams first time shooting it. last one the bullet was angled down with it stuck under the ramp (don't know what its called) that guides the bullet into the barrel. it also seemed to jam on the last round. not sure if she is not getting the rounds in the mag properly or what. also have had a few on the 380.
she is now looking at the kimber 1911 45. $$$
BTW, anyone interested in the ruger mark IV, grab a gun has them for $286. also just bought one of those to help her with her shooting. still all over the place.