Building my first AR for my son next year.

[AKTexas]

What style would you build?

I'd like this one to be a Flat top at least.

Of these three which would you think would best for a 13 year old young man?

Or other explain.

[FunkyPertwee]

Is he ready for a full blown AR?

How about a .22 AR to learn on?

[AKTexas]

Is he ready for a full blown AR?

How about a .22 AR to learn on?

He started with a lever action Henry when he was 6.He has been shooting my M4 for the last two years.He is more than ready,he will be building with me.

It has been tradition now since I was 6 years old.My first gun was a Charter Arms .44sp.This would be his forth firearm,Henry .22,Ruger Bearcat,Taurus 24/7 OSS 9mm,and now his AR.

Edit: He also shares an M1 30 carbine with his sister.

[ATAK, Inc.]

At first I was going to vote for the M4, then thought that a pencil bbl 16" would be a little easier to control.

Of course, after the fact, I see that he's been using your M4 for two years, so maybe look at what interests him more, or build something a little diff, like a 18" mid-length.

Just my $2/100

[AKTexas]

At first I was going to vote for the M4, then thought that a pencil bbl 16" would be a little easier to control.

Of course, after the fact, I see that he's been using your M4 for two years, so maybe look at what interests him more, or build something a little diff, like a 18" mid-length.

Just my $2/100

He can't make up his mind right now,he likes my M4,he likes the 20" HBAR but likes the idea of a carbine mid length.He can't make up his mind like his mom.

[FunkyPertwee]

I voted 20" cause you already have an M4.

Me and my dad have always tried to get different firearms, just to diversify the total of both our collections.

[O.S.O.K.]

I voted 16" M4 - but I'd also make it a lightweight.

[Krupski]

What style would you build?

I'd like this one to be a Flat top at least.

Of these three which would you think would best for a 13 year old young man?

Or other explain.

I clicked "other/explain".

My personal favorite AR layout is the "6520" style (16 inch thin "government profile" barrel and a telestock).

It's the lightest AR setup there is.

I have two original Colt 6520 rifles and two Bushmaster rifles in the exact same configuration.

My younger son (now 14) loves them because they're light and he adjusts the stock one click in for his size.

Here's how they look:

A2 pattern 6520
http://www.colt.com/law/images/ar15a2.jpg


A4 pattern 6720
http://colt6720.com/images/stories/content_images/gunside.jpg

Mine are A2 pattern (fixed handle) but they also come in A4 pattern.

[Krupski]

Is he ready for a full blown AR?

How about a .22 AR to learn on?

An AR is .22 LOL

[FunkyPertwee]

An AR is .22 LOL

Your either a dumbass or a smartass. I can't figure out which.

:)

[AKTexas]

Your either a dumbass or a smartass. I can't figure out which.

:)

Technically speaking the 5.56 is a .22 caliber bullet.

[FunkyPertwee]

Technically speaking the 5.56 is a .22 caliber bullet.

I know it.

But I don't think anybody was genuinely confused about what I meant because I didn't put LR after the .22.

[AKTexas]

I know it.

But I don't think anybody was genuinely confused about what I meant because I didn't put LR after the .22.

I wasn't but Krup I can't speak for lol.

[AKTexas]

I voted 20" cause you already have an M4.

Me and my dad have always tried to get different firearms, just to diversify the total of both our collections.

I wanted to build the 20" HBAR for the same reason as you said.


I voted 16" M4 - but I'd also make it a lightweight.

I have 3 other receivers to build so there is room for another M4.


I clicked "other/explain".

My personal favorite AR layout is the "6520" style (16 inch thin "government profile" barrel and a telestock).

It's the lightest AR setup there is.

I have two original Colt 6520 rifles and two Bushmaster rifles in the exact same configuration.

My younger son (now 14) loves them because they're light and he adjusts the stock one click in for his size.

Here's how they look:

A2 pattern 6520
http://www.colt.com/law/images/ar15a2.jpg


A4 pattern 6720
http://colt6720.com/images/stories/content_images/gunside.jpg

Mine are A2 pattern (fixed handle) but they also come in A4 pattern.

My daughter is leaning toward a light version like you posted.That may be the build for her on her bday next year.

[blobman]

i like the dissy versions,best of both worlds IMHO

[AKTexas]

He decided today.He wants the HBAR but wants to the next one to be a carbine.Me being the gunnet dad I am,have no problem with multiple ARs.

[gpwasr10]

Give your kid your M4, And get yourself a 20" Hbar.

[AKTexas]

Give your kid your M4, And get yourself a 20" Hbar.

He claimed the M4 as his go to weapon.I'm build myself a 10" SBR next year.

[Schuetzenman]

Unless he's a really big kid I'd say a CAR-15 style. Pencil or thin barrel, smaller round carbine handguards and a 4 position telescoping stock. I'd get the iron carry handle sights or an Iron Buis as I think it would be best to teach him how to use iron peeps before you give him the luxury of a red dot sight.

[AKTexas]

Unless he's a really big kid I'd say a CAR-15 style. Pencil or thin barrel, smaller round carbine handguards and a 4 position telescoping stock. I'd get the iron carry handle sights or an Iron Buis as I think it would be best to teach him how to use iron peeps before you give him the luxury of a red dot sight.

I have the carry handle sights from my M4 to put on this build.He has been using just the irons and continue to use them until majority of his shots are in within bull.Red dot comes later on.

[shadow65]

I would also suggest getting a .22 conversion kit for it. Lot's more trigger time with the same rifle. I would recommend a stainless CMMG. It's been the most reliable I've used.
Dave

[AKTexas]

I would also suggest getting a .22 conversion kit for it. Lot's more trigger time with the same rifle. I would recommend a stainless CMMG. It's been the most reliable I've used.
Dave

That is one the list to get as well.Cheap plinking is always good.

[Schuetzenman]

I would also suggest getting a .22 conversion kit for it. Lot's more trigger time with the same rifle. I would recommend a stainless CMMG. It's been the most reliable I've used.
Dave

Very good suggestion! I use my .22 AR for 90% of my shooting time on a range now. Full caliber ammo is just too expensive to burn up in quanitity anymore.

[recon72]

after reading all the discusion i would go with a 20" heavy barrel with a solid stock basicaly a M16A4/SPR ((Special Purpose Rifle)) type with a flat top upper receiver and i would then run a fix 10 power scope like a Tasco Super Sniper along with free float rail hand guards and harris bipod legs. Also an extended charging handle to easily clear the scope. The only problem with these rifles are that they are addictive when fired.

[HDR]

Your either a dumbass or a smartass. I can't figure out which.

:)


Everyone loves a little ass and no one loves a smart ass. lol