AR in 7.62x39 - limited offerings....

[opto_isolator]

I'm interested in getting an AR chambered in 7.62x39. I don't want a .223 or .308.

There are not many manufacturers that presently make uppers in this configuration, these include:

-DPMS
-Del-ton
-Armalite
-Model "1" Sales
-Sabre

I am leaning towards DPMS or Armalite, however I've been reading a lot of the threads in regards to the build quality of the various manufacturers (I've seen the famous chart that's floating around here that compares them).

I guess I'm soliciting opinions here based on what knowledge people have - As much as I'd like to go with LMT, they don't make a 7.62 - so based on the limited options above, what do you guys recommend?

I want the best quality I can get for what's available.

Thanks

[tim43]

Del-Ton built one for me last month. I added the MGI bolt and firing pin since it is designed for hard primers such as Wolf. They will make anything you want them to make. With the MGI bolt, I've had no miss fires.

[edrobert]

I'd go with the Smith & Wesson 7.762x39 upper on the lower of your choice

[Sgt. Rambo]

What is a price tag on a weapon like that? Low $ range to high $ range?

[opto_isolator]

What is a price tag on a weapon like that? Low $ range to high $ range?

Well, Armalite sells a complete M15A4 for around $1000. DPMS sells their uppers with bolts for around $400 - add a lower of your choice. There are a few others, some are more, but none are less than $300 for just the upper (depending on brand).

[opto_isolator]

I'd go with the Smith & Wesson 7.762x39 upper on the lower of your choice

Link? I don't see any 7.62x39 on their web site...

[DriBak]

I have a Colt HBAR A3 upper in 7.62X 39 I would like to get rid of it because I can't find any decent mags. Anyone have source of reliable mags ?

[adamg01]

That is the kicker to the 7.62x39 is the mags. I work with a guy who bought the 7.62 upper and then sold it for the inability to find mags.

[WiskyT]

I've herad the straight magwell of the AR15 causes problems. Is this true?

[opto_isolator]

Here is your answer for the magazines:

http://www.cproductsllc.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=cp&Category_Code=762

They are on back order right now, however everyone who has them say they work flawlessly.

The only other solution would be to get a special BCG and / or lower - which do exist: http://www.ar-47.com is an example.