Who here doesn't own an AR and why?

[Papabeargsh]

Owned one sold it, and bought a FN SCAR 17s.

 

[Bonkers4Bacon]

I was just curious as to reasons why some don't own an AR. I've seen some statements made in other threads about "excuses to buy that first AR". I thought that most folks on guns boards would own at least 1. They're not terribly expensive; they are reliable, accurate, are multipurpose, modular and mags are cheap.

No moneys

 

[Contender]

They just do not trip my trigger. I have shot some before but never had an interest in buyin one.

 

[Hopper]

I have changed my tune a bit. I never really liked the idea of a "Mr. Potato Head/Lego" gun, but after looking at the platform really hard, it's tough to not appreciate how versatile these rifles can be. I now have an Adams Arms piston-driven carbine that I just love, enough so that I let go of my Mini-14, and have a mid-length on the way. It took me awhile, but I really, really dig this platform... light, super easy to work on, break down, field strip, customize, and enjoy.

 

[cmr13]

Now this thread has me thinking maybe once I get a job I should pick up a stripped lower and build it a piece at a time. Unfortunately I don't have the room to shoot it here at home. :/

 

[CyberGuyPR]

I picked my first AR right before the last panic started, so didn't overpay much. Life has gotten in the way and I haven't been able to shoot it, but hopefully that will change soon when/if I can hit the upcoming NWI event. I also scored a few lowers and a bunch of parts that I hope to turn into an AR SBRs at some point.

 

[red_zr24x4]

They just do not trip my trigger. I have shot some before but never had an interest in buyin one.

This was how I felt. Until about three years ago. I saw how cheap a stripped lower was (Delaware Mach.) I think I picked it up for $80 otd.
This is my goto rifle usually. If someone says "lets go shooting " it's what I grab. Cheap to load, no recoil, accurate, what more could you ask for?

 

[Emptora]

ive just never bought one, i guess the cost vs. what id use it for just hasn't appealed to me

 

[Excalibur]

For the longest time, I've been short on cash and just recently been able to afford one. That's pretty much it on why I haven't gotten one sooner

 

[The Drifter]

Why a AR , reliability ,very low recoil ,accuracy , great for small game , unlimited parts , up grads in all components , darn fun to shoot , great home self defense and NATO rounds . That,s why I bought two back in the early 90ts . I bought 2 Colts , I have upgraded both , one for short range one for long . The military has not had this platform for better then 45 years for no reason .

 

[Blackout]

I dont have an AR yet, I keep buying other guns or have to pay bills. Can never save the amount I want for the AR I want. O well, Ill get there sometime soon I guess.

 

[Fordtough25]

I didn't pickup my first AR until 2010, never could talk myself into spending the $$$ before that. I also didn't use my firearms for much more than hunting or home defense before that either. I still have a lot to learn but the AR will always have a place in our household.

 

[d30carls]

 

[SERparacord]

Bought a AR 10.

 

[Fordtough25]

Bought a AR 10.

Fancy pants!

 

[Nevernoluck2]

Well I'm getting started on my first build, picking up a lower tomorrow, have a few other parts already that might go on it thanks to a forum member here

 

[thecoltsman2006]

Well I did it. I purchased a DPMS complete lower 5.56. Was going to get a swiss k31 but after this thread I couldnt help myself.

 

[SERparacord]

Fancy pants!

 

[Fordtough25]

she's beautiful man!!! Shoot it yet?!

 

[M67]

Technically not an AR-10, just AR-10 cut receivers

But still nice looking