Extar EXP AR Pistol

[minionman24]

Specifications: (from mfg website)
Type – Semi Automatic Gas Operated Pistol
Caliber - .223 / 5.56 NATO
Magazine – Standard MILSPEC AR-15 Magazine
Weight (Unloaded) – 2.98 Lbs (48 Oz)
Weight (Loaded W/ 30 Rd AR-15 Mag) – 4.06 Lbs (65 Oz)
Overall Length – 18” (45.72 Cm)
Barrel Length – 8.25” (20.96 Cm)
Barrel Length Including Muzzle Device – 9.25” (23.50 Cm)
Barrel Twist – 1:9 Standard ½-28 Threaded Barrel With Included Recoil Reducing Muzzle Brake
Width – 2.25”
Fixed Sights -- Sight Radius Of 12.38” (31.43 Cm)
Pistol Grip Screw – 3/16” Standard Hex Head
http://extarguns.com/

These guys appear to be relatively new... I've done a little searching and haven't turned up much aside from what was put out by the manufacturer. Anyone have any experience with these?

[Magmadragoon]

They are brand new company that uses New Frontier Lowers for a lightweight pistol. I think their first batch came out last month.

here's a review of them
http://mercilesstruth.com/?p=405

[ragequit]

I never understood why one would want an AR15 pistol without a buffer tube.

[minionman24]

They are brand new company that uses New Frontier Lowers for a lightweight pistol. I think their first batch came out last month.

here's a review of them
http://mercilesstruth.com/?p=405

Thanks! That's a insightful review. Can't say I would opt for this over a PLR-16 though, especially in light of the small price difference. IMO, it's kind of nice to see more companies putting out firearms like this. It's a cool, albeit impractical niche.

[QuackXP]

I never understood why one would want an AR15 pistol without a buffer tube.

I never understood why anyone would want an AR pistol with a buffer tube. Seems to take away from its compactness without adding anything useful like a stock, but then it would be a SBR and not a pistol anyway.

I don't like that this one does not have an obvious rear sling attachment point. IMHO a this is mandatory as a holster is not practical. You can also use a one point sling to stabilize the firearm by pushing it out from your body against the tension of the sling.

[ragequit]

I'll guess that you never fired one, then.

The buffer tube not only helps with the recoil, but offers an invaluable asset in providing a cheek weld (especially if you're using irons). Firing AR15 pistols without the tube tends to be awkward, at best.

The AR15 (or AR15ish) pistols that I've seen without them (the piston Olympic Arms, the Kel-tec thing, etc) have all been pretty subpar.

[kens65fb]

I just got one & I LOVE it.
I was a little leary at first, but after reading many reviews, the consensus was extremely positive. It seems that everyone who has fired one or owns an Extar EXP is very happy.
The EXtar is very hard to find, they cant make them fast enough, as it is almost always on back order. I got one from on Gunbroker.com for $439.
+ $20 shipping to my local gunshop.
I put 60 rounds through it yesterday, and it was great, super light, and very accurate right out of the box. This gun is super fun to shoot.
I highly recommend it .

Perfect for the smaller, or older shooter.

[sonnyroofy]

I highly recommend it .

Perfect for the smaller, or older shooter.

or necromancer

[USMC3531]

I have one too and have put 1000+ rounds through it without a problem. I added their folding charging handle and replaced the plastic fcg with a normal metal one (wich is a marked improvement)

[kens65fb]

I have one too and have put 1000+ rounds through it without a problem. I added their folding charging handle and replaced the plastic fcg with a normal metal one (wich is a marked improvement)

Where did you get that grip, it looks cool, and might actually give a firm grip as well.