Gunsmithing Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

[ply1951guy]

So I am fairly new to the Hide, but I was wondering what gunsmiths you guys would recommend for an AR-10 build. I have an armalite style lower and was looking for a gunsmith to build a custom upper, possibly in 7mm-08 rather than 308. What gunsmiths have you guys dealt with or who does good work on the AR platform. Thanks for any advice in advance.

 

[padronanniversary]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

first one comes to mind.....GAP, APA

 

[AXEMAN]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

try darrel at d9firearms.com

there are several gaps for sale here, and there are a few uppers already built. just for reference, i know they wont fit, but DPMS uppers with 24" barrells can be had for $600

 

[ply1951guy]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

PadronAniversary - Apparently, GAP is not taking orders for any new AR-10s right now.

AXEMAN - I have a friend with a DPMS upper that he got pretty cheap, but I am looking for something with a reall good chamber, not just a mil-spec chamber. But, I always have that option if I trade and get a DPMS lower.

 

[pistolpete75]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

Accuracy Speaks. They come highly recommended from JP Enterprises. Once my bcg comes it, my AR 10 build is going straight to them.

IRA upper/ lower D-type
Rock 6.5 barrel/ .260Remington 22-24 inches
DPMS barrel extension
Magpul PRS
Gisselle Trigger
Armalite BCG
Badger Handguard and Gas Block
PRI charging handle
Pmags 20 rounders
Badger Truster Brake
Seekins rings with my Premier or USO

The amount of money I spent on my build was right around $2,700 which included gunsmithing(not including ring and scope). Not bad, with little to no waiting time.

 

[A10XRIFLE]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

Call Jared or Dave at APA. They definatly build them. We have a long waiting list and therefore just not taking new orders till we catch up.

 

[Nuttshooter]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

I to think APA would be good. I have shot one of there AR-10 builds and the thing was a hammer. I don't think you could go wrong with any of the big names though.

Nutt

 

[wkt60]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

+ 1 on Accuracy Speaks, they assembled my DPMS 308.
They do quality work.

 

[19Scout77]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

As I have received fantastic bolt rifles from AJ Brown, my pending AR-10 build will be going to him as well. I think he may know a thing or two about gas guns

www.ajbrownarms.com

 

[ply1951guy]

Re: Good gunsmiths for an AR-10 build

Thanks for all the input. I got a few emails out to various people getting the project rolling. Thanks again.