Just wanted to get the temperature on a couple of things AR15 related. I'm in process of finishing off a build and have some decisions to make. Due to really good deal, I ended up with flat dark earth lower and black upper. I really didn't care because it saved a bunch of money but right now it needs something to look better.
Current look:
How to you feel about painted AR15? Something like was used in "Shooter" or "American Sniper".
What about grips and buttstock being different colors without paint? (2 tone look) Ditto for dust cover and carry handle being flat dark earth vice black?
Lastly, thoughts on carry handle mounted holographic/red dot sight/scope vice DXing the carry handle and just using a rail to mount the optics? (DXing = direct exchange, Army slang when you go to CIF to pick up field gear or when you want to get rid of a poor performing troop)