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Originally Posted by Ratters
I think you're pretty right on except for Colt. Well, at least the large pin Colts. I've built quite a few, including a couple Del-ton kits and was very pleased with their quality. I'd get one for myself no problem.
A lot of friends have been asking me to help them put rifles together and I keep telling them they missed the boat and now should wait a few months for things to die down and get back to normal.
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While I don't use Colt, what it boils down to is M&P testing and the sample rate of testing that puts Colt on top of the list, versus down towards the bottom. Granted I'd put them equal to LMT, but they cost more thus putting them ahead on the list when looking at it from a bang for buck perspective. (left side is less bang for buck) And this list is not definitive, nor anything more than my opinion. I've obviously omitting things like GT/Noveske/Bravo/...etc
Statistically speaking, running average equipment through above average scenarios will cause weaker components of lesser quality to fail quicker. Things like extractors, bolt heads, bolt carriers.. etc
It's parts like those that I recommend spending more money on. I'd recommend M&P testing where possible.
As for barrels, it'll boil down to application.
As for receivers, you're paying for a name as long as it's in spec.
Lower parts kit, you're paying for fit, strength, and trigger quality if you have no intention of upgrading the trigger.
So really, put your money where it matters. I have no issues with Del-ton, but you would
never see me stick one of their BCG's in my rifle.