rhgunguy Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I just bought a S&W stripped lower to turn into an open-class AR. Now I need some recommendations on parts and options to consider. I am leaning towards a RRA trigger because the one I have in my fun AR is pretty sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfinney Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I'd suggest a single stage trigger like a JP for IPSC type rifle..... plus a muzzle brake of your choice A FF hand guard Reputable make barrel An optic or two of course I'd suggest a JP gas block so you can tune your gas, maybe one of their reduced mass bolt carrier systems if your really wanna go all out. Other than that, its pretty much parts is parts (assuming the yare put together correctly!) (there are many threads on the forum on brakes, barrels, scopes, and triggers - search) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dapribek Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I'm using a JP Trigger and am very happy with it. My buddy recently built 3 AR's and swears by the Accuracy Speaks trigger. I have a Badger Tactical charging handle that works really well. My gunsmith installed a Redi-mag that has helped my reloads. For optics, I'm using an Eotech 556 and a 4x magnifier. In open you'd probably want a small red dot and at least a 3x9 scope. I've only heard good things about the Miculek comp. Hope this helps you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busyhawk Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 What sfinney said! I am for the JP trigger (single stage) too. Here is what Matt Burkett uses: Open Rifle: GunSmith: JPrifles http://www.jprifles.com 18” barrel, JP Tactical Compensator Receiver: Machined from billet upper/lower receiver set Barrel: JP Supermatch™ air-gauged, button-rifled, cryogenically treated barrel Barrel finish: Polished stainless Muzzle treatment: JP tactical series compensator http://www.jprifles.com Butt stock: Magpul PR1 http://www.magpul.com Handgrip: Magpul MIAD Hand guard: JP/VTAC modular hand guard system Gas system: JP adjustable Operating system: JP Low Mass Operating System Standard finish: Matte black hard coat anodizing on aluminum components Scope: Trijicon TA-11 http://www.trijicon.com Mount: Larue http://www.laruetactical.com Scope Cover: http://progressivemachine.net Secondary Mount: Burkett Offset http://www.mattburkett.com Secondary Scope: Jpoint http://www.jprifles.com Bipod: Harris Short, Med, Long http://www.brownells.com Bipod Quick Detach: Larue http://www.laruetactical.com Sling: VTAC Larue Padded http://www.laruetactical.com Lights: Surefire x300 and m900 http://www.surefire.com About the only thing I don't really like is the Trijicon scope, to each its own. You cant go wrong with JP gear for sure. How this helps... RLTW, Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sudden Death Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I just bought a S&W stripped lower to turn into an open-class AR. Now I need some recommendations on parts and options to consider. I am leaning towards a RRA trigger because the one I have in my fun AR is pretty sweet. Go with a JARD 1 1/2 lb. Adjustable trigger you will like it. Good luck on the build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EkuJustice Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 +1 on the Jard trigger. It is nice to see another Jard fan out there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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