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[Emptymag]

Any thoughts on Bear Creek Arsenal for a bolt carrier group?

I missed a sale at Primary arms but I see they have them on the mfg website for $69.90 on sale.
I'm a bit hesitant seeing as the bolts on these 7.62x39s are a "weak link" and their products seem to be geared to the budget minded.

www.bearcreekarsenal.com

[ViperHummel]

My general thought is anything BCA is cheap and cheap for a reason. Go with a Young Manufacturing if you want to save pennies and still get quality.

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My general thought is anything BCA is cheap and cheap for a reason. Go with a Young Manufacturing if you want to save pennies and still get quality.

Thanks. I knew I had heard the name, but there are SO many companies making AR15 components it is hard to keep track.

Aside from the $99 AIM Surplus BCG, I had been considering a Black Rifle Arms M16 AR 7.62x39 Enhanced Bolt Carrier Group with Buffer Technology.
It's $179.99 which is more than I'd like to spend, but I also don't want to spend $80 and get "crap". Not sure what to do.
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I may also have a chance to get a Spikes Tactical 7.62x39 BCG for $140 (phosphate finish) so I'm considering that as well.
At least it's a reputable name and it's $40 less than the one above.


I looked up the Young Mfg site and I'd need to do complex math to figure out what theirs would cost since they only have a 7.62x39 BOLT and I'd have to buy the other parts separately and my mind is wired to compare complete BCG prices - not "parts" prices.

[ViperHummel]

Thanks. I knew I had heard the name, but there are SO many companies making AR15 components it is hard to keep track.

Aside from the $99 AIM Surplus BCG, I had been considering a Black Rifle Arms M16 AR 7.62x39 Enhanced Bolt Carrier Group with Buffer Technology.
It's $179.99 which is more than I'd like to spend, but I also don't want to spend $80 and get "crap". Not sure what to do.
LINKY



I may also have a chance to get a Spikes Tactical 7.62x39 BCG for $140 (phosphate finish) so I'm considering that as well.
At least it's a reputable name and it's $40 less than the one above.


I looked up the Young Mfg site and I'd need to do complex math to figure out what theirs would cost since they only have a 7.62x39 BOLT and I'd have to buy the other parts separately and my mind is wired to compare complete BCG prices - not "parts" prices.

Due to bills and lack of money,'I haven't been looking at parts, but when did Spikes offer a 7.62x39 bolt? If it's a private far, make sure someone isn't just selling you a no name bolt in a Spikes carrier.

[Emptymag]

Due to bills and lack of money,'I haven't been looking at parts, but when did Spikes offer a 7.62x39 bolt? If it's a private far, make sure someone isn't just selling you a no name bolt in a Spikes carrier.

Heh. I was just wondering that myself. I've been Googling and I see nothing from Spikes in that caliber, so I think that maybe they didn't catch the "7.62x39" part of what I need.

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Anyone have an opinion on APOC Armory?
I've seen the brand name, but know nothing about it.

I see they have a 7.62x39 BCG with the black nitride finish that runs $109 and there's a place that has it on sale for $87.96 shipped.
Not sure if it's something I should consider.

EDIT TO ADD: "Unconditional Lifetime Warranty" Can't argue with that. I think I may have found a BCG...
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Off to google reviews...

[ViperHummel]

Anyone have an opinion on APOC Armory?
I've seen the brand name, but know nothing about it.

I see they have a 7.62x39 BCG with the black nitride finish that runs $109 and there's a place that has it on sale for $87.96 shipped.
Not sure if it's something I should consider.

EDIT TO ADD: "Unconditional Lifetime Warranty" Can't argue with that. I think I may have found a BCG...
AR15Discounts.com 20% Off with code: Memorialday



Off to google reviews...

Just bc I like to piss in your Cheerios, unconditional life time warranty from a company that has to survive the AR "company" glut doesn't mean much if they go under. Apoc isn't that old of a company (2014?), and like most of those companies, they'll be forced to close as the companies with a legit track record continue to lower prices.

Will it work? Yes. Will it last? Probably not. Will you find a cheap one that will last? Also probably not. If you just want to get it going, you can always upgrade later.


Side note: not a fan of the owner: Travis Hamlin. When questioned on his parts on FB, he back pedals and then just shuts you out.

[Emptymag]

Just bc I like to piss in your Cheerios, unconditional life time warranty from a company that has to survive the AR "company" glut doesn't mean much if they go under. Apoc isn't that old of a company (2014?), and like most of those companies, they'll be forced to close as the companies with a legit track record continue to lower prices.

Will it work? Yes. Will it last? Probably not. Will you find a cheap one that will last? Also probably not. If you just want to get it going, you can always upgrade later.


Side note: not a fan of the owner: Travis Hamlin. When questioned on his parts on FB, he back pedals and then just shuts you out.

I considered all that about the company longevity. Then I figured all the other ones in the price range offer NO warranty.
If I'm gonna flip a coin, I may as well go with this one.

I'm finding nothing as far as "good" 7.62x39 BCGs other than the one that is impossible to find and costs nearly $400.
I'd rather take my chances than pay that much.

Appreciate the input!

[alpacaheat]

Completed (minus BCG/charging handle) 7.62x39 upper mated to CAV-15 polymer lower. (minus LK, yet to be installed)

I think if you get the stock/grip section cerakoted/duracoated that matching tan color, it would look great.

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I think if you get the stock/grip section cerakoted/duracoated that matching tan color, it would look great.

I'm going to do one of two things.
I'll either paint the entire lower/stock AND upper (cuz I think it may look odd to leave the upper black), and leave the barrel and controls/sights black, OR I'm spraying the entire thing with that as a base color and using two or three other colors to camo it up. (my original plan)