Bushmaster vs. Stag upper's

[Boston-Irish]

Hey guys, I am looking for a new upper. Nothing fancy just a crome lined 20" barrel. Is there any major quality diferences between Stag and Bushmaster?
thanks

 

[nanerclip]

There really isn't much in the way of difference between the two in regards to features/specs/quality, some people like one over the other. One thing you should consider with either is a BCG upgrade from LMT.

If you want to go with a top of the line standard A2 type upper, get one by CMMG. CMMG offers a lot of different upgrades/options.

 

[Twigg]

Stoopid question here but...

What...

is a BCG upgrade from LMT.

Could a mod please merge this thread with the AR-15s for Dummies thread for continuity please ?

 

[FalArAk]

What...


Could a mod please merge this thread with the AR-15s for Dummies thread for continuity please ?

I think he is talking about the dual extractor spring and sand cuts.

 

[Twigg]

I think he is talking about the dual extractor spring and sand cuts.

Thanks, but I'm still attempting to decipher the alphabet soup.

Found it--- Bolt Carrier Group from Lewis Machine & Tool.

 

[Boston-Irish]

I see that Bushmaster is MP tested and Stag is not... Does anyone know what this is? Is this important?

 

[Supermoto]

I see that Bushmaster is MP tested and Stag is not... Does anyone know what this is? Is this important?

MP inspection
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnetic-particle_inspection

 

[PatMcD]

The only real consideration when choosing an upper is who makes the barrel. Since you specified a chrome lined barrel, you are looking for longer barrel life over accuracy, correct? I have never heard of one brand of chrome-lined barrels being better or worse than another (except, I've heard a lot of good things about Colt, but that isn't part of your search). That being the case, buy whichever you can get a better deal on.

 

[Boston-Irish]

thanks guys...
I am thinking about Rock River now too. Possibly a .308 instead of 5.56.
I have a lot of reading ahead of me to decide. Thanks for all you input.
Joe

 

[Steve_P]

thanks guys...
I am thinking about Rock River now too. Possibly a .308 instead of 5.56.
I have a lot of reading ahead of me to decide. Thanks for all you input.
Joe

You will need a specific AR-10 lower to go along with a 308 upper. The 308 won't just drop onto a std AR-15 lower.
(someone please correct me if i'm wrong.)

Steve

 

[Boston-Irish]

Oh... Sorry, I understand about the size difference in reciever and upper. I am debating with myself if I want another 5.56 rifle or get a .308 rifle.
I was (now) looking at RRA in .308, but I hear they are not in production?

My problem is I have cash burning a hole in my pocket and I can't decide which rifle to buy/build.
When I am broke... I have an endless list of what I want!

 

[Steve_P]

I've got a RRA std A4 and I love it.
You won't be disappointed. Call Pete at legal transfers.

Steve

 

[Boston-Irish]

I have alot of good things about legal transfers.
Basically I am narrowing my decision to either a RRA 16in midlength with a free float quad rail, chrome bore and ergo grip. I might have some cash left over to top it with an Eotech.
OR....
A DPMS .308 with either aan 18 or 20in barrel also with a free float quad rail system.
I really like the RRA .308, but I have been hearing not so good things.
I think I will give pete a call on Monday morning.