Why is it that most of the AR15 uppers that go for sale here are almost always without the bolt assy. I know that the bolts are pretty much good to go in any upper but once it has been in an upper a while why not sell it with the upper it has been in? Is there really that much of a shortage of bolts or are they going to be a hot trading commodity in the future?
AR15 Uppers Without Bolt Assy?
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canucklehead
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People who sell uppers don't want to have to buy a new one. You'll never get the 'full replacement' cost when you sell it in an upper, and who wants to buy another one right away that's new?
Let the buyer get their own bolt..
Let the buyer get their own bolt..
mebiuspower
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I think there's just a bunch of AR addicts keeping extra parts in the house.
Seems like everyone here has like 5 of everything.
Seems like everyone here has like 5 of everything.
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- East ontario
as well when you get a full C or m16 bolt carrier no one really wants to part with them,as they allways work.
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This does illustrate the pitfalls of buying AR parts if you're not too savvy about them....Back when I was very green about AR's, I purchased a part that the seller advertised as "complete", yet it arrived with a couple of (expensive) major components missing. The reply to my query as to where the missing parts were, was "everybody knows that this part does not normally come with the widget and giggling pin". Sorry, everybody did not include me at that time.
When buying an AR part, ALWAYS ask the seller if all the parts that you would THINK should be included/parts shown in the photo ARE included in the sale.
This is not limited to AR's, btw...I purchased a hunting rifle that clearly showed a mounted scope base in the photo. When the rifle arrived...no scope base. Ok, it looked like it was a crappy $7 Weaver base, but just the same, if it's in the photo and the seller does not specifically state "base not included", then it should be part of the deal.
Toes, babies, cats and dogs in photo's are an acceptable exception, however.
When buying an AR part, ALWAYS ask the seller if all the parts that you would THINK should be included/parts shown in the photo ARE included in the sale.
This is not limited to AR's, btw...I purchased a hunting rifle that clearly showed a mounted scope base in the photo. When the rifle arrived...no scope base. Ok, it looked like it was a crappy $7 Weaver base, but just the same, if it's in the photo and the seller does not specifically state "base not included", then it should be part of the deal.
Toes, babies, cats and dogs in photo's are an acceptable exception, however.
2bad4u2 said:Funny thing is when you factor in the price of a new bolt & carrier most of these used uppers are as expensive (if not more so) than a brand new complete upper...
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When I see a used upper with no bolt carrier group going for $600+ I feel sorry for the sucker who buys it.
P0WERWAGON
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Six Star said:Ship them all to me...I'd be happy to catalogue and warehouse them for you.
I've often bought a part that I "needed" and then found that I'd already bought one (or two) a month or so previous.
isn't it a shame, they have ###### but still nothing for Senility
i dont feel like a sucker.
I just bought an upper without the bolt assembly for 600 without taxes and including shipping, and I feel fine.
The new complete upper is anywhere from 800 to 900 new. Plus taxes 14percent and plus shipping say 30/40 bucks(almost$1000). So my upper even after having to buy a bolt assembly is still saving me lots o cash. I am not rich so I figure 600 is actually reasonable.
I just bought an upper without the bolt assembly for 600 without taxes and including shipping, and I feel fine.
The new complete upper is anywhere from 800 to 900 new. Plus taxes 14percent and plus shipping say 30/40 bucks(almost$1000). So my upper even after having to buy a bolt assembly is still saving me lots o cash. I am not rich so I figure 600 is actually reasonable.
dangertree
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AEI sells new uppers, minus 'bolt/charging handle/rear sights' for
$574+GST/Shipping= $630 to your door.
This includes warranty. AEI maintains inventory for immidiate delivery.
$574+GST/Shipping= $630 to your door.
This includes warranty. AEI maintains inventory for immidiate delivery.
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dangertree
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DaveGP said:
It's a good idea to keep the a bolt and a barrel together as a pair (or replace both at the same time), especially if they have a lot of rounds fired together.
Pure Energy
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DaveGP said:
I always try to buy a name brand gun. Either that or try and get it from a reputable dealer that will help you out if something does go wrong. Its like every other thing in the world, you can buy cheap parts that last 1000 shots or you can get the good stuff that lasts the life of the gun.
