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    Hey, new to the forum, but not really new to shooting.... I have the bug for an new rifle, I have been looking at the S&W AR-10 308. I'm not the guy that buys nothing but the top of the line, but these seem to have a good reviews online. What are your thoughts? I have a M&P-15 and it works the same every pull of the trigger.... reliability goes a long way with me.

    https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/products2.cfm/ID/204789
     

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    M&P10s have always been a pretty solid choice. Nice, accurate rifles with good barrels. Little high on price for what you’re getting IMO, but a good choice nonetheless.

    If I can throw my two cents in, I wouldn’t count out building your own. Aero M5 receivers have been at crazy low prices recently, and IMO they’re the best bang for your buck if you want to build. If you’re not sure you’ll like the AR10, PSA has also been slashing prices on their .308 line. A complete rifle was going for around $699 I believe, if not lower than that (they’re having sales every time I blink).
     

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    Thanks, I'm a S&W fan, I've never owned (or fired) any PSA weapons. Not into building firearms I figure the manufacturer(s) have spent tons of money "getting it right", so I'll go with a complete rifle. Thanks for the input. I'm leaning towards the M&P 10 and then to start the research for a nice scope... (My eyes are getting older)
     

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    let me research the PSA a little more.... thanks, Jim
     

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    Just understand that most .308 platform parts do not interchange and do not swap around like the same .223/5.56 AR rifle!

    DPMS is probably one of the few that have the most followers as far as standards for parts manufacturers etc...

    I have owned my DPMS LR-308 almost since they first came out with a .308 AR. Been nothing but reliable and it's what my daughter shoots her critters with now!

    Top rifle in the group picture.

    https://grabagun.com/dpms-l-r-oracle-308win-16-blk-19rd.html

    The PSA .308 AR pattern rifles had some bad reviews when they first came out. But I believe they have fixed a lot of the bugs since they first came out a while back.
     

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    The PSA .308 AR pattern rifles had some bad reviews when they first came out. But I believe they have fixed a lot of the bugs since they first came out a while back.

    I think they addressed them with the newer Gen II
     

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    Not that it really matters, but the DPMS Gen II receivers look way better as well. Style points ya know :)
     

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    just saw they had a $230 price drop on the S&W.... I'm going south tomorrow, (Fishing) if its the price is still there sunday, I may take the leap.... figure another 300 or so for a scope, bu thats with any of the rifles
     

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    For most serious buyers of a 308/AR the initial price of the weapon is just a start. Most get the urge to start adding aftermarket stuff,both cheap and expensive.
    "Good" glass,scope covers,rings/mounts,stock,forearm assemblies, slings and mounting hardware,grips,muzzle devices,etc,etc,are just a few of the makin' it mine movement.
    However . . . I consider a good trigger and good glass(mounted correctly) are the two things that are mostly overlooked or hafassed.
    It is really easy to put a bunch of money into making your AR yours. And you will most likely never get out of it what you put into it. I mean . . . why would someone want to pay for your upgrades.
    I have several AR's that I will most likely die with . . . UNLESS . . . I give them away. ---- SAWMAN
    ADDED: BTW, I have a DPMS 308/AR and it is a 1.5MOA gun. Love it.
     
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    understand completely, I still have the original wheels and tires on my truck... lol I have a few other guns around here, all I ever did was add optics. no slings, since I only carry them from the truck to the shooting bench, which is about 20-40 feet depending on where I park. to be honest, I figure the manufacturer designs the guns to operate with the bits and pieces their being sold with. if it works, I'm good with that... (I did change out the furniture on some of my AK's though... ) I'll sleep on it again tonight, will make the call tomorrow after I recover from fishing this afternoon/evening... Thanks. jim
     

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    New AR 10 arrived at the FFL today, will pick it up tomorrow afternoon. Primary Arms scope arrived today. Hope to get to the range for a couple hours next week.... :)
     

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    Which AR and scope do you have coming ??
    Make sure to pick the "right" scope rings/mounts. It usually is the Burris P.E.P.R. for me . . . however I have used others.
    Whatever you choose,they must be 1.0 - 1.50 inches high. This,depending on the stock and size of scope main tube. --- SAWMAN
     
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    Which AR and scope do you have coming ??
    Make sure to pick the "right" scope rings/mounts. It usually is the Burris P.E.P.R. for me . . . however I have used others.
    Whatever you choose,they must be 1.0 - 1.50 inches high. This,depending on the stock and size of scope main tube. --- SAWMAN

    I like the PA stuff, (2.5 and 5X) I have on the AR's so I figured I'd try this one. If I don't like it, I'll sell it and try another... :)

    I see you're in Cantonment, I am in that area as well...
     

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    Looks to be a great choice for the 308Win chambering.
    Was unaware that PA made a FFA scope with that much power . . AND . . with that reticle. Will have to take a look at those. Own all Leupold and Zeiss now. Could possibly take the slide over to PA for the correct applicstion.
    Looks to be a 30mm main tube also. A plus for increased field of view.
    Let us know how that combo works out for you.
    Do you happen to reload for the 308Win ?? ---- SAWMAN
     

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    Looks to be a great choice for the 308Win chambering.
    Was unaware that PA made a FFA scope with that much power . . AND . . with that reticle. Will have to take a look at those. Own all Leupold and Zeiss now. Could possibly take the slide over to PA for the correct applicstion.
    Looks to be a 30mm main tube also. A plus for increased field of view.
    Let us know how that combo works out for you.
    Do you happen to reload for the 308Win ?? ---- SAWMAN

    Not reloading just yet, this is my first 308. I have some ammo (steel case) here I'll be working with. I don't plan on shooting eggs at 1K yards, but I would like to try the pigs someday.... I like the PA scopes/optics, they seem to be very high quality and work extremely well with the 223's. I do have to find a longer range to shoot at from time to time. the one I go to only goes out to 140 yds or so..... That's not far for this set up at all, but I'll get her sighted in this week I hope.... :)
     

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    BOOM! and there it was... Happy Fathers day to me... lol and to all the Fathers on the forum...:)

    I figure I'll change out the muzzle break, not sure to what yet, If ya'll have any good ideas, I'm listening… but other than that's, its fine the way she is... now, to get it sighted in.
     

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