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I sold my DD a couple years back. I never used it due to the restricted classification, but have kind of been kicking myself ever since. I really don't believe the libs will prohibit them, but the more I think about it, the more I feel like it may not be a bad idea to have one around just in case.

I'd like to start with just a lower as soon as possible, for obvious reasons, then slowly build from there.

I don't know much about ARs really. What manufacturer would you suggest for something decent-good quality, and who carries them?
 
r34skyline said:
Why not build a slr? Then you can have a NR gun with ar components.
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I was just reading about that one the other day. Seems cool but there are a couple things I'm not crazy about. Plus, I just really like the AR platform and already have a "tactical" NR .223/5.56.
 
Aero Precision seems to be very popular and can be purchased from Saskatoon Gunworks. From everything I've read in my research they are good quality at a reasonable price. I keep thinking about building one from scratch too and that is probably where I would start.
 
They seem to be out of stock.

What about Spikes? Are they supposed to be decent-good quality?
 
I built one using AP parts from Saskatoon gun works. Fit and finish is good, and the gun works great. Arms east had Aero uppers and lowers a while ago, I don't know if they still have any in stock.
 
kagia said:
I sold my DD a couple years back. I never used it due to the restricted classification, but have kind of been kicking myself ever since. I really don't believe the libs will prohibit them, but the more I think about it, the more I feel like it may not be a bad idea to have one around just in case.I'd like to start with just a lower as soon as possible, for obvious reasons, then slowly build from there.

I don't know much about ARs really. What manufacturer would you suggest for something decent-good quality, and who carries them?
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They are restricted now. If the classification changes, it isn't likely going to be to non-restricted. If there is a change to prohibited, will there be confiscation with compensation? Confiscation without compensation? Prohibition with grandfathering?
So, if there is a change to prohibited status, why would it "not be a bad idea to have one around just in case"?
If you want to assemble an AR, by all means do so. But to get a stripped lower against the day it might be prohibited doesn't make sense.
 
Aero precision, BCM, COLT(USA & CAN), DD, LMT, Noveske, Stag, Spikes, all quality to spec receivers.
Hell even the Anderson lowers are built to spec and will serve you just fine.
As I always tell the guys in your same boat, a lower is a lower is a lower is a lower, as long as they're a reputable manufacturer known for building their parts to mil specifications. There is ZERO factual benefit to buying a Colt Canada 300 dollar lower receiver vs a 99 dollar aero precision lower, but if CC is what you want there is absolutely no reason not to.
Save your money for where it counts (from most to least beneficial): BARREL, BOLT CARRIER GROUP, OPTIC, TRIGGER. Everything else is irrelevant if those 4 aren't met with quality parts.

Best of luck with your future build!
 
Thanks for the info, gents. Think I'll place an order today.

So here's a question. When it arrives at the post office, will I need a STATT this completely inoperable chunk of aluminum?
 
Unless you have a bunch of parts laying around, it would be way cheaper to buy a complete ready to go rifle. Heck, at today's prices, you could probably buy two for the cost of assembling one from parts.
 
I get that, but I just dont want to buy something and be changing a bunch of stuff out. Would be cool to build it the way I want from the get go.

I'd buy another DD in a heartbeat, but I hate the look of the new stock, pistol grip, and I don't know if I want a 1/7 twist, as I'll likely be shooting cheap 55g ammo most of the time.
 
tiriaq said:
They are restricted now. If the classification changes, it isn't likely going to be to non-restricted. If there is a change to prohibited, will there be confiscation with compensation? Confiscation without compensation? Prohibition with grandfathering?
So, if there is a change to prohibited status, why would it "not be a bad idea to have one around just in case"?
If you want to assemble an AR, by all means do so. But to get a stripped lower against the day it might be prohibited doesn't make sense.
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You're right, we don't know. But for the price of a stripped lower, it might work out the way the OP imagines, no? Prohibition with grandfathering has happened previously, right?
 
kagia said:
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So here's a question. When it arrives at the post office, will I need a STATT this completely inoperable chunk of aluminum?
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If your CFO requires a STATT for picking up a newly purchased restricted firearm, then that's what you need. Legally speaking, that lower receiver is the firearm. ;)
 
kagia said:
Thanks for the info, gents. Think I'll place an order today.

So here's a question. When it arrives at the post office, will I need a STATT this completely inoperable chunk of aluminum?
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It is the firearm for all intents and purposes, so maybe yes, maybe no.
Check that piece of paper that came with your license with all the special conditions.
Mine clearly states:

"Transport of a newly acquired restricted firearms and/or prohibited firearms from the place of acquisition to the license holder's dwelling house or other place authorized by the chief firearms officer."

Since it's arriving by mail, and the place of my acquisition would technically be the local post office, my interpretation would be that no I do not require a STATT. But definitely check your own special conditions. YMMV
 
kagia said:
Thanks for the info, gents. Think I'll place an order today.

So here's a question. When it arrives at the post office, will I need a STATT this completely inoperable chunk of aluminum?
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If it is a serialized component, such as a finish machined lower receiver, then an ATT would be required. Was this item registered at the CFC yet? If so, and ATT should be in the registration paperwork you received from the CFC.
 
The "attached ATT" incorporated with a current PAL provides for transportation of a restricted firearm from place of purchase. The Post Office is covered by that.
You can always phone your CFO to confirm what is needed.
 
kagia said:
I get that, but I just dont want to buy something and be changing a bunch of stuff out. Would be cool to build it the way I want from the get go.

I'd buy another DD in a heartbeat, but I hate the look of the new stock, pistol grip, and I don't know if I want a 1/7 twist, as I'll likely be shooting cheap 55g ammo most of the time.
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Fair enough, then by all means go for it. Like others have said, any mil-spec lower will work with any mil-spec parts. And no, you don't need a STATT to transport that spooky piece of aluminum to the registered place of storage as it is part of the transfer certificate. But after that you can't move it without the registration certificate and an ATT.
 
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