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1s1k52 wrote: I have decided on a 1:7 twist for sure or though I did until I read there is a 1:8 twist? gimmack? or worth a look?

Not a gimmick. 1:8 is actually an "ideal" twist rate for stabilizing all bullet weights. You just don't see them much until recently. Wilson Combat, Bravo Company, and Black Hole Weaponry make 1:8 barrels. I have two uppers in my shop made with 1:8 twist and I'm VERY impressed by them (Black Hole Weaponry barrels).

1s1k52 wrote: So if I find a rifle in Texas I should expect exactly how much taxes? I think what your showing me is the cheapest bet DEPENDING on FFL prices and shipping and taxes. Buddy was at a gun show and got their card 679 for stag lower case and one 30 round mag

Tax rates vary, from 6.25% to 9% or a little more, I think, depending on where you live (counties and cities can add taxes). My rate is 7.75%. 1/2 mile down the road from me and it's 8.25%.

A-R's advice is good, that CMMG will definitely be a good deal. If you're trying to squeeze every dollar you can though, just remember that buying a rifle in Texas is another 7-8% higher due to sales taxes. The challenge is finding one online that's in stock -- the cheap ones go fast.

Rex and TAM are right, stick with buying, then build. One of the nice things about buying a "cheap" AR is that you can often get back what you paid for it if you decide to resell. They're always in high demand.

Another option is to get an inexpensive New Frontier Armory complete lower and then buy an inexpensive upper from a place like JSE Surplus (http://www.jsesurplus.com/16uppers.aspx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;). Technically, you could have a complete AR for under $600 that way (easily).

Remember, if you "Do It Yourself" assemble a lower and upper together, you bypass the mandatory 11% Federal Excise Tax that's built in to all complete rifles.