If you’re looking for the best first AR-15 setup, beginner rifle advice, and what NOT to buy, this video breaks down the biggest mistakes new gun owners make. From choosing the wrong first firearm to buying a non-modular AR-15, Connor breaks down how you can avoid wasting money and start with the right setup. He goes over mistakes, what to look for in your first rifle, and a practical AR-15 build that balances performance, reliability, and cost (the IWI Zion 15). Whether you’re new to firearms or looking to upgrade your setup, this is a solid starting point.
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My first AR-15 a son's of liberty L89 don't regret it shoots perfect nothing needs to be upgraded only added an optic and angled fore grip … For now 🤣
Anyone count how many times bros voice cracked?
Great video. My first AR is currently being built. I did a Franken build because I really loved Radians lower but hated their handguard. I am very much a buy once cry once and fortunately I can afford to buy higher end parts that will last me longer. My opinion is save your money up and buy quality. you can do well with a sub $1k rifle but sometimes paying more you get what you pay for. Also, if you havent already pay attention to Primary Arms as they have great sales. I saved a few hundred bucks because I built it during their Easter sales event and they had every part I had researched and decided that I wanted on sale at the same time. It was a good feeling and I was able to save some bucks.
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Please send some of your optics to @C_DOES; the price point on these is very compelling, but I'm hesitant without a C_DOES review.
Not everyone has 900 to 1000 dollars. I own a ATI Alpha Maxx RIA 5.56. Have shot over 700 rounds, no problem at all. "Sometimes Paying More, Is NOT The Way To Go".
Your first AR should be a minimum of a BCM or a Giessele. Spend 1500, and you’ll never have to worry. If you. UN a cheap one, inevitably you’ll want something “ good”, just buy once cry once.
Yeah, shotguns are awful! A shotgun was my first purchase too. A pump mossberg that I never shoot.
This is a solid video. Subscribed.
This has to be ragebait. 1, a shotgun as a first purchase isn't bad. Just because he doesn'tuse his doesn't mean it's not good for him. 2, the AR he bought totally could've been modified. And I run a LVPO on an AR with a FSP. 100% doable. 3rd mistake he made was valid. I'll give him that.
No mistakes here. My first AR-15 is the first generation Springfield Armory Saint Free-float (yes, that's the model name). I later converted the upper receiver to a 14.5" SBR. Since then I've bought a few more SA Saint models and also swapped the barrel for a shorter barrel.
Va resident here. Just panic bought my first AR earlier this month when Spamburger signed a plethora of incredibly restrictive gun control because I expect local prices to skyrocket, and they kinda have. A DB-15 5.56 that came with a separate .300BLK upper (with no BCG or charging handle). Then had a lefty lower built this past weekend after doing a bunch of research I should have done first, with an FRT. The 5.56 upper went on that, other upper on the DB lower, there's a BCG sitting next to me for the .300blk waiting for a Radian charging handle to show up tomorrow to put on the 5.56 so I can put the milspec charging handle on the .300blk. Two more FRT on the way and an e-mail out to the guy that built my lefty rifle lower for a price on another one with no buffer tube, because reasons. And a left side eject upper and BCG on the way from KAK.
Research, research, research. I've probably wasted $600 on shit I won't use. I don't even think I'll ever buy ammo for the .300blk, but it'll be in the safe anyways. Still need to decide on an optic for it. lol
Just got an IWI for my first ar glad to see it’s was a good choice
Zion is solid. Buy a $500 psa or radical rifle. It will run and you'll see if you have that passion to move forward.
I bought a separate upper and lower from PSA, 16" upper and lower base level. It runs like a damn champ, cost $430 and shipping. My name is there if you want more details. The barrier entry is low for a decent rifle.
Hey boss I just recently bought a PSA PA 15. I bought it for about $490 after all the fees and tax off of a bid on gunbroker. I’ve been trying to do more research on AR 15’s and just yesterday I went to PSA and shot a Sabre. I really like how the sabre shot and would like to know if there’s a way I can upgrade my PA 15 into a Sabre. The folks over at PSA told me I can just buy a Sabre upper receiver and change the AR buffer system and the trigger as well. What would be your recommendations? I’m a USMC Vet and I’m recently just getting into firearms due to me being stationed overseas. Thank you for your time.
Lots of good info. I am looking to purchase my first rifle pretty soon.
I built a 7.5" 300blk arp for my first ar. It came out to look how I wanted, but it was expensive to shoot and it wasn't as functional as I'd hoped. Now it's a 556 16" rifle and I enjoy distance shooting much more. I still have the pistol upper, just in case I wanna swap it out at the range since it's easy enough.
I bought two pccs and a shotgun (also some pistols) before my first AR 15. Being entirely new to guns, was just too intimidated by the platform. But after watching numerous videos, I finally made the decision. It didn't hurt that the deal was just too good to pass up.
Now eyeing next AR 15 rifle when the funds are available.
Great video IWI is a solid choice
Love the set-up. I just replaced my whole upper instead of messing around getting the old front post off, saved me a lot of headaches.