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CodeSection · April 30, 2017, 12:54 AM

Well, I looked into possibly building a rifle. Using mostly Aero Precision parts, the cost was about $150 cheaper than buying. However, the weight was at 7.5 lbs building vs 5.8 lbs buying. If I bought a 4 oz lighter barrel, the savings would be even lower.

I guess I could have bought various items at different vendors, but then I would have to deal with shipping costs. Waiting for sales and free shipping around the holidays was not an option, plus I did not want to take up more of my time. For my situation, the savings was not worth my time.

I ended up buying three BCM RECCE-16 KMR-A BFH ELW.

Thank you to all who posted! I appreciate your help.

April 30, 2017, 12:54 AM	#35
CodeSection Member Join Date: October 31, 2014 Posts: 86	Well, I looked into possibly building a rifle. Using mostly Aero Precision parts, the cost was about $150 cheaper than buying. However, the weight was at 7.5 lbs building vs 5.8 lbs buying. If I bought a 4 oz lighter barrel, the savings would be even lower. I guess I could have bought various items at different vendors, but then I would have to deal with shipping costs. Waiting for sales and free shipping around the holidays was not an option, plus I did not want to take up more of my time. For my situation, the savings was not worth my time. I ended up buying three BCM RECCE-16 KMR-A BFH ELW. Thank you to all who posted! I appreciate your help.