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Thanks for the input- I went with this option! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029KDHRM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hey all. As you can see from the attached pic, I have a beast of a .308. I'm looking for tried and true recommendations for a good rifle case that can accommodate both the height and width of my rifle. Does anyone here have a case, either hard or soft, that works well with an offset?

Finally finished my first AR build. I wanted something to use primarily for deer, secondarily for defense. This is an AERO M5E1 builder set in the urban tiger stripe pattern. The barrel is a .308 Faxon 20" medium fluted with accompanying Toolcraft BCG. I went with the Aero lower parts kit and BCM Mod 3 pistol grip. The stock is a Magpul ACS-L on an Aero buffer extension tube. There's also a Magpul M-Lok grip kit on the hand guard, along with a Blackhawk 3-point tactical sling. The muzzle compensator is a Precision Armament M4-72, and I have an SLR Sentry 7 adjustable gas block. I'm running two optics; a Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 scope for primary, a Vortex SPARC-AR for back-up/close up shots. Test fired beautifully, though I still need to fine-tune the gas system. When rapid fired, this beauty felt like my Army-issue M16. Needless to say, I'm hooked on building and already planning my next one, in .223!

True that. Stupid busy work schedule prevented updating this site. Will have the last piece needed for assembly tomorrow. Once assembled and test fired, I'll post pics and a parts list.

Getting close...

Finally have all my parts for my M5 build, minus the optics. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good setup as far as a vise block goes? Seems they are pretty useful when it comes to torquing down the barrel/compensator. All input is welcome!

Alright, so I got my Faxon 20" medium fluted barrel today, onto the gas-block issue. I believe what I'd like is a clamp-on low profile adjustable block to go with my rifle-length system. Is this something I can do without having a pre-drilled set-screw hole? And if so, what brand/model would you recommend?

Thanks for the input, 98Z5V! My impatience for this build is getting to me, lol. Arghh. I know I have several months left before the build will be over...no sense in not waiting for the UBR2, right?

I thought as I hit each roadblock, I would simply bump this thread. Doing so not only keeps my thread-count manageable, but it will also hopefully be a useful thread for someone else starting their first build. I'm picking up my upper/lower/handguard set this morning, and I'm trying to figure out which piece of equipment to buy next. I was leaning towards a Magpul UBR, but there are two issues. One, I cannot find a Gen 1 in stock anywhere, and second to that, the Gen 2 seems to be in no rush to hit the market. Here are my questions: 1. If I go the UBR route, either one comes with the receiver extension, correct? So all I would need is the carbine buffer and carbine spring to go with it? 2. My second pick right now is the Magpul ACS. Does this stock work on an LR308? 3. If it does work, my understanding is that any carbine-length receiver extension tube for an AR-15 would work for my LR308, I would again just need the correct spring/buffer. Is this right? 4. It seems I have the option of a commercial receiver extension or a mil-spec one. How do I determine the correct one for my Aero M5 lower? 5. Lastly, Aero offers an M5 .308 Carbine Buffer Kit that includes the tube, buffer, and spring, for $65. This is a lot cheaper than Slash's heavy buffer (which seems to be the best out there?). Any reason this wouldn't work with the Magpul ACS? Thanks for your time, patience, and input!

Anyone familiar with these? I'm contemplating putting one on my .308 build, for the purpose of running a 45-degree backup red-dot; something like the Burris Fastfire (why? Because of deer drives and -100 yard running shots). Anywho, any input on reliability/functionality is appreciated!

I opted not to get the matching stock/grip. Got my heart set on a Magpul Gen 2 UBR. Between the scope, stock, grip, and barrel all being black, it should balance out. I was hoping to see what the set would look like with black furniture, but didn't want to miss the chance to get it. Will be several months before the build is complete, but I'll bump this thread as the pieces come together. Ongoing parts/price list: Muzzle Compensator: Precision Armament M4-72, $94.99 Upper/Lower Receiver Set w/ 15" M-Lok Handguard: Aero Precision M5E1 Urban Tiger Stripe, $599

My first piece of my first build has arrived! I am currently waiting for my receiver set to make it to my local FFL dealer.

Washguy, you the man. Thanks!

Thread title says it all. I have my heart set on a Mega upper/lower ambi combo for my future build, but can't for the life of me find one online. Anyone know of a shop/site that has one in stock?

Been a while since my smoking days. This is the closest approximation I have: