My first AR on order, Ruger AR-556

[obryap]

After researching, reading reviews, and procrastinating for a while I decided to go with the Ruger AR-556. Got it ordered this morning along with a few 30 round PMAGs, a Magpul MOE M-LOK handguard, 500 rounds of .223, and 120 rounds of 5.56 ammo. Any issues to worry about besides the threaded Delta ring issue? I will put anti-seize on the threads and avoid over tightning when I replace the handguard. Now just waiting on UPS, FedEx, and a phone call from the FFL.

 

[Slalom.45]

I really like the looks of the Ruger. The only thing I will say is that a rifle needs a sling like a pistol needs a holster. I like the Viking Tactical 2 point sling.

Lastly, plan on going to a carbine course sometime in the near future. I have shot pistols heavily for the past several years, but only plinked a bit with my AR. Finally bit the bullet and went to a 2 day course. Walked away Sunday evening feeling way better about being able to use the rifle.

 

[obryap]

I really like the looks of the Ruger. The only thing I will say is that a rifle needs a sling like a pistol needs a holster. I like the Viking Tactical 2 point sling.

Lastly, plan on going to a carbine course sometime in the near future. I have shot pistols heavily for the past several years, but only plinked a bit with my AR. Finally bit the bullet and went to a 2 day course. Walked away Sunday evening feeling way better about being able to use the rifle.

A sling is on my list to buy, but I had to give my debit card a break for now. I have had a Mini-14 for 10 years or so, thats why I haven't been in the market for an AR sooner. I have been spending more on concealed carry stuff lately, and still wanting a few older lever actions to add to the safe. I will look into the carbine course, thanks for the info.

 

[dk.easterly]

Is the delta ring different on the ar556?

 

[obryap]

I really like the looks of the Ruger. The only thing I will say is that a rifle needs a sling like a pistol needs a holster. I like the Viking Tactical 2 point sling.

Lastly, plan on going to a carbine course sometime in the near future. I have shot pistols heavily for the past several years, but only plinked a bit with my AR. Finally bit the bullet and went to a 2 day course. Walked away Sunday evening feeling way better about being able to use the rifle.

The AR-556 delta ring doesn't have a spring, it screws on and off, not mil-spec

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxLnFn8UG-Y

 

[dk.easterly]

The AR-556 delta ring doesn't have a spring, it screws on and off, not mil-spec

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxLnFn8UG-Y

Thought I had read that somewhere.

 

[Lets_Ride]

Thought I had read that somewhere.

Not a big deal. I changed mine out for a Diamond Hand VRS hand guard with no problems

 

[obryap]

Picked up my rifle today from the FFL and swapped out the hand guard with the Magpul. I'm trying to figure out what sling and mounting locations & type to buy. I may end up getting the Magpul CTL stock since it has the built in quick disconnects already. I'm think I'm set on a two point sling, but I am open for opinions. Hopefully tomorrow I can put some rounds on target.

 

[rcm192]

Of the couple rails my gunamith had installed on AR556s....theyve been a bitch to get off. The barrel nut was torqued down so tight on one we shipped it back to ruger to get it off. Crazy.

 

[dk.easterly]

Picked up my rifle today from the FFL and swapped out the hand guard with the Magpul. I'm trying to figure out what sling and mounting locations & type to buy. I may end up getting the Magpul CTL stock since it has the built in quick disconnects already. I'm think I'm set on a two point sling, but I am open for opinions. Hopefully tomorrow I can put some rounds on target.

Go with a MS3/MS4. Quickly change from a 2 to 1 point sling.

 

[340six]

Picked up my rifle today from the FFL and swapped out the hand guard with the Magpul. I'm trying to figure out what sling and mounting locations & type to buy. I may end up getting the Magpul CTL stock since it has the built in quick disconnects already. I'm think I'm set on a two point sling, but I am open for opinions. Hopefully tomorrow I can put some rounds on target.

When I built my Bayou Shooter stripped lower I put a Magpul stock that had QD on it. So added one up front on the rail. And got a Magpul 2 point sling from Botach. I like that set up on it a lot. It sure is noce to be able to take it on off adjust easy. My only problem is i should have gotten 2 lowers maybe 3 lol