High-End AR 15s: What Makes Them Different and Are They a Worthwhile Investment?

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The AR 15 is the most popular rifle platform in the U.S. by a considerable margin, with millions sold every year. The popularity is understandable, as they are accurate, reliable, and exceptionally modular. Hundreds of companies have responded to that demand, flooding the market with AR 15s. Those rifles range from entry-level no-frills workhorses to high-end masterpieces of firearms engineering like the Knights Armament Company’s (KAC) “SR 15” models. If you have ever wondered what distinguishes a high-end model from its counterparts and if one is worth investing in, you are not alone.

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 The High-End AR 15 Parts and Components

Not surprisingly, high-end AR 15s tend to have more expensive parts and components. That may mean high-grade aluminum or carbon fiber components rather than polymer ones. It could be titanium firing pins instead of steel, a cold-forged chrome-lined barrel rather than a more traditional one, and so on.

The High-End AR 15 Accuracy

AR 15s benefit from an accurate design in general. Although the innate accuracy of their design can certainly be optimized. Precision gunsmithing and the highest-quality, most finely-tuned components will upgrade an AR 15’s accuracy.

The High-End AR 15 Comfort Level

There is more to the overall success and performance of an AR 15, and to any firearm, than high-end internal components being machined and fitted to the most demanding specifications. Top-shelf models, like KAC or LWRC AR 15s, are also renowned for being comfortable and intuitive to hold and shoot. That comfort level is accomplished with features like ergonomic grips, the rifle’s balance, and a build that reduces felt recoil.

The High-End AR 15 Modularity

The modularity of AR 15s is arguably the most noteworthy and most important characteristic of the platform. That modularity allows “one gun” to switch from shooting 22 LR to 50 Beowulf cartridges within minutes. It also allows users to add, remove, and swap out a massive selection of compatible accessories, optics, and parts. Higher-end AR 15s are sometimes credited with being more reliably and effectively modular than some entry-level models.

The High-End AR 15—Is It for You?

That is a question only you can answer. It is a matter of your AR 15 plans and priorities. Doing some research and reading reviews before buying any gun is always wise. However, most of those no-frills entry-level AR 15s are wholly dependable, serviceable firearms. If you are going to be training with your rifle, running it through drills, or otherwise shooting it competitively, a high-end model makes sense. However, if you plan to take it out for range fun every few months to target shoot or otherwise plink, a top-of-the-line, boutique AR 15 may not be necessary. Good luck and good shooting!

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