Best value for the money AR rifle?

There is a crapload of brand loyalty in the AR world - almost protectionist, if you ask me.

For the purposes of the civilian population and the 99% that choose to own an AR - keep in mind that this rifle is glorified handgun in terms of classification.

That being said, buy an AR you can afford. That's it. Buy ammo, then shoot it.
 
Anyone who suggests a chinese AR is a good choice over a Canadian-Made AR thats only 300$ more should be ashamed. Especially if you want to talk about value for the money.
 
sewktbk said:
Anyone who suggests a chinese AR is a good choice over a Canadian-Made AR thats only 300$ more should be ashamed. Especially if you want to talk about value for the money.
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Agreed. Add to that, lifetime warranty on the barrel and NEA seems like terrific value for $ in my books.
 
Donster 125 said:
How is the PWS stuff? They look good, come with some nice furniture (re: magpul stuff) and is piston driven. Price doesn't seen too high either. Any thoughts on that manufacturer?
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PWS is really good stuff, but unfortunately, it isn't master of bang for the buck.

I've owned many major brands, and in all honesty, my best bang for the buck came from my Norinco. It was my most accurate (outshooting my 20" Stag AR), cheapest and never had a single failure. The finish was crappy, but I wouldn't hesitate in buying another.
 
Best value AR-15? I'd say of all the brands I know, I would choose Rock River Arms for value. The quality is excellent.

http:// www. rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_id=213

Choose wisely young Jedi.
 
Hi guys, I am also very interested in a AR rifle. I own a SWISS ARMS PE 90 but I was thinking about trading it for a Noveske 12.5 Crusader or a KNIGHTS ARMAMENT SR15 E3. I absolutely love my PE 90 but those other two ARs have gotten me very curios since there is so much more after market available for the AR platforms. I would like to rely on your expertise and experience in this matter since I am not familiar with the Ar platform. I would very much appreciate any HELP!!!! Thanks in advance.
 
Canro said:
Hi guys, I am also very interested in a AR rifle. I own a SWISS ARMS PE 90 but I was thinking about trading it for a Noveske 12.5 Crusader or a KNIGHTS ARMAMENT SR15 E3. I absolutely love my PE 90 but those other two ARs have gotten me very curios since there is so much more after market available for the AR platforms. I would like to rely on your expertise and experience in this matter since I am not familiar with the Ar platform. I would very much appreciate any HELP!!!! Thanks in advance.
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Although the SR15 E3 is a great rifle, I'm not sure you can enter the debate with it. You're talking about a rifle that cost $2850. You can get a several good ARs for $1000 or less. When you discuss bang for the buck, you have to ask yourself, is the SR15 E3 worth over 4x what a $675 Norinco AR. Without a doubt, the SR15 is a nicer rifle, with a finish that is 10x better, but I wouldn't call the package 4x better. Therefore, to me, the SR15 E3 is nowhere in the bang for the buck competition.
 
I'd also pick a NEA, seems a very nice piece of canadian riflesmithing.

For a lefty or warranty, Stag Arms from Arms East.

For top quality, Questar had some crazy deals on LMT rifles a few months ago.
 
FrankieT said:
PWS is really good stuff, but unfortunately, it isn't master of bang for the buck.

I've owned many major brands, and in all honesty, my best bang for the buck came from my Norinco. It was my most accurate (outshooting my 20" Stag AR), cheapest and never had a single failure. The finish was crappy, but I wouldn't hesitate in buying another.
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Thanks for the input! :)
 
Since we are talking "bang for your buck"; I would vote for my 14.5" Norky. With over 10k rounds through it in 2 years, I can unequivocally say that it is truly the king of "bang for your buck" when it comes to reliability and accuracy. It's been just as reliable as my other (much) more expensive ARs and is a hair less accurate (~ 1/2" at 100m with irons) than my most accurate AR (an LMT 308).

The finish on the newer (2009-) models is quite consistent and holds up very well to use.

The NEA rifle makes a strong first impression - but I have yet to see any long term reviews of it covering durability, accuracy and reliability. I'm sure as more rifles are introduced, people will pipe up their impressions.

Just a note: DI ARs are not really magical to make (they've been only making them for a few decades) and most commercial brands are quite comparable. The differences between them, IMHO, for a range toy, are minor and mostly revolve around fit and finish. They will all suit your needs just fine.
 
I'm interested in putting the Canadian made NEA and the new US made Core15 on a side by side comparison. I'm just about finished a Colt LE6920 project, then I think I'll purchase these 2 and try my hands at a write up and range report. They both come in at around the $1000-$1100 mark, and both look really promising.
 
pbr streetgang said:
I'm interested in putting the Canadian made NEA and the new US made Core15 on a side by side comparison. I'm just about finished a Colt LE6920 project, then I think I'll purchase these 2 and try my hands at a write up and range report. They both come in at around the $1000-$1100 mark, and both look really promising.
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I'd be very interested in your review. Isn't a Core more than $1100 tho?
 
Richard Cranium said:
I'd be very interested in your review. Isn't a Core more than $1100 tho?
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No. The DI version at reliable gun is $1095.00 and the piston version (Adams Arms conversion) runs $1495.00 IIRC. There have been mixed reviews over the AA piston kit, but it's still a pretty good price for an entry level piston.
 
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