I have a few questions on putting together my first upper. It will get shot at the range and for fun, but it’s a purpose build for coyotes and bobcats in the south.
First, I know I want an 18” barrel with a mid length gas system. Aesthetically this is what I’m after, as I want to cover the gas block with a mid length hand guard.
What calibers function well with a mid-length system? Was told to forget about the .224V, and I’d like to go with something a little more interesting than a .223. I don’t reload, but this will be a dedicated hunting upper.
At 18”, I don’t think the 17 Rem is a viable option, but I would love to be wrong.
To be honest I’d like to stay in the $200 ballpark for a barrel. HBAR / national match or something similar for a compact build that is stable but not too heavy.
Any options I’m not thinking of or help would be appreciated. Will most likely be going with an Aero lower and go from there.
Thanks
Jake
First, I know I want an 18” barrel with a mid length gas system. Aesthetically this is what I’m after, as I want to cover the gas block with a mid length hand guard.
What calibers function well with a mid-length system? Was told to forget about the .224V, and I’d like to go with something a little more interesting than a .223. I don’t reload, but this will be a dedicated hunting upper.
At 18”, I don’t think the 17 Rem is a viable option, but I would love to be wrong.
To be honest I’d like to stay in the $200 ballpark for a barrel. HBAR / national match or something similar for a compact build that is stable but not too heavy.
Any options I’m not thinking of or help would be appreciated. Will most likely be going with an Aero lower and go from there.
Thanks
Jake