Getting Started
Posted: Tue Nov 17, 2009 9:07 am
OK, I guess what I could use help with the most is: where to start!
I currently have a Bushmaster A2 in 5.56/.223. I've always had a preference for a caliber OTHER than this (perhaps 9mm to keep my calibers simplified), but I also like the idea of using this platform as a hunting rifle. Recently, I stumbled upon an ad on a forum where a local guy in the DFW area wanted to trade his .450b upper for a .223 upper and this sounded like a prime opportunity for me!
So, I'm jumping on this opportunity...supposed to meet the guy tomorrow to make the swap.
I've spent several hours browsing the net over the last day or so researching what I can on this new round, but I still have a few questions.
It doesnt sound like there's any 1 "perfect" method for dealing with the magazine, is there? My preference would be to use/modify the PMag's as I have about 25 of those in the gun safe, however, I'd feel most comfortable with an out-of-the-box method that works...something requiring little, if any, modification. I read that the Sig 556 mags seem to be the best w/o modification and may be on sale at Academy sports in a 2 pack.
I've also read somewhere that there may be a need to change out an existing spring and buffer in my lower to something heavier. Is this true? If so, where should I look?
Switching to a flattop upper, I have no idea where to even start looking for scopes...I'd prefer (for now at least) to keep cost at a minimum...any suggestions?
Any other ideas, suggestions, thoughts, tips or tricks I should know about as a beginner?
I guess I should mention that I dont currently reload and have absolutely zero experience with it, HOWEVER, have thought about doing it for quite some time now and may use this caliber as my excuse to start.
I look forward to any input you guys have to offer and thanks in advance for your help!
Steve
I currently have a Bushmaster A2 in 5.56/.223. I've always had a preference for a caliber OTHER than this (perhaps 9mm to keep my calibers simplified), but I also like the idea of using this platform as a hunting rifle. Recently, I stumbled upon an ad on a forum where a local guy in the DFW area wanted to trade his .450b upper for a .223 upper and this sounded like a prime opportunity for me!
So, I'm jumping on this opportunity...supposed to meet the guy tomorrow to make the swap.
I've spent several hours browsing the net over the last day or so researching what I can on this new round, but I still have a few questions.
It doesnt sound like there's any 1 "perfect" method for dealing with the magazine, is there? My preference would be to use/modify the PMag's as I have about 25 of those in the gun safe, however, I'd feel most comfortable with an out-of-the-box method that works...something requiring little, if any, modification. I read that the Sig 556 mags seem to be the best w/o modification and may be on sale at Academy sports in a 2 pack.
I've also read somewhere that there may be a need to change out an existing spring and buffer in my lower to something heavier. Is this true? If so, where should I look?
Switching to a flattop upper, I have no idea where to even start looking for scopes...I'd prefer (for now at least) to keep cost at a minimum...any suggestions?
Any other ideas, suggestions, thoughts, tips or tricks I should know about as a beginner?
I guess I should mention that I dont currently reload and have absolutely zero experience with it, HOWEVER, have thought about doing it for quite some time now and may use this caliber as my excuse to start.
I look forward to any input you guys have to offer and thanks in advance for your help!
Steve