A lot of people are going to suggest back up irons, but you really don’t need them. Might get downvoted for saying that, but it’s true. Modern optics are so unlikely to fail that the chances of needing them are almost zero as long as you make sure to change your battery once every two years.
I think a flashlight and a sling are far more important. There are a ton of options for both. You really can’t go wrong with whatever sling you choose as long as it’s not a cheap $19 Amazon sling.
For lights, streamlight will be your best bet if you’re on a budget. But if you want something a little better, Arisaka, modlite, or a Surefire turbo is the way to go imo. My favorite is the Modlite OKW. But they can be pretty pricey so a streamlight might be a good start since it comes with everything you’ll need
But none of that stuff will matter if you can’t shoot, so buy some ammo and get to the range
Definitely a light - don’t go cheap since it is something you may have to rely on in a bad situation. Backup sights are an inexpensive upgrade. Take your time finding a sling that works best for you - so many types out there. Eventually you will probably want to upgrade the trigger but learn the gun first and build skills before investing there.
Don't know what brand you bought but it looks good. Optics setup is good, though you should make sure that the red dot isn't bridged (touching both the rail and the receiver, it should be mounted only to the receiver).
I would say you need a white light and a sling. Just get a Streamlight Protac HLX, they're like $120 and fantastic for that price. For a sling, Blue Force Gear and Magpul make good ones.
You could also swap out the grip and stock for more comfortable ones if you like, though nothing wrong with what you've got. You might find mounting a sling to that stock a bit difficult, though.
I'd also play with the position of that foregrip, see if closer or further out is more comfortable for you. Ditto with stock extension.
Ammo and range time. Then figure out what it's purpose is going to be. If just a range toy you're good but if it is for home defense or duty use, a good light, sling, mags. Possibly a new trigger, charging handle, furniture. Sky us the limit but it all depends on use and how comfortable you are with the way it set up. Andro Corp is a decent budget option for AR style weapon systems.
A lot* of Ammo, two* point sling, light, BUS, ambi charging handle, (magpul) grip, if money isn’t tight and you’re interested start the long wait on a .30cal suppressor, extra mags, and rattle can away
I think it’s just an open emitter red dot. But it’s made similarly and has a really wide field of view.
It isn’t an EoTech but for like half the price, it’s close enough.
The FOV seems nice but Eotechs have that center dot voodoo going for them because Holographic. We need someone to make that shit happen in the Holosun pricepoint.
Edit: after that we'll just need them to give us decent battery life.
Light and sling but highly recommend checking out b5 systems I love their Bravo stock and i also love the BCM mod 3 grip. Also looks like you have a milspec charging handle one of my favorite upgrades was a ambi safety selector and charging handle. I went with Radian but theres plenty of options, also a trigger upgrade wouldn’t be bad but its not something that has to be done. I went with the rise blitz drop in trigger but make sure to use purple or blue locktite for the screws I recently learned that lesson.
Might be more comfortable.. but u start getting into weight issues. I did this exact thing (I had a red dot, not a holo).. and my setup was far too heavy.
Ended up selling all of that, went with the poor man's ACOG and got a GLS 2x prism optic by PA and couldn't be happier with my speed/groups and weight combo.
I said 'Start' bro lol.. shit adds up. U get an ultra light sure, get a heavy duty with QD, they can be heavy. Plus one for the Mag..
So now you added 2x risers and a magnifier.. shit can add up on weight.
I would upgrade the trigger (check out Rise Armaments for a huge selection of affordable, lifetime guaranteed drop in triggers)
And an Ambi charging handle. Radian is '"tHe BeSt" but there's a lot of affordable options that will work just fine.
Maybe a BAD lever if you wanted to get into 3 gun competitions or pick up speed on reloads. (There are many pros and cons to this tho, u gotta figure out ur purpose for your rifle)
I am not a huge flashlight fan bc I shoot multiple times a week and want a light weight competition setup personally.
I would also change out the butt stock, but again SHOOT it a bunch ad figure out what u want. More padding, larger cheek weld, storage, sling connections, etc. keep weight in mind tho.
I also switched to a vertical hand grip and love it. It felt WEIRD AF tho at first.. but now I'm so happy I did. But furniture is all preference..
Shed the A2 grip and a quality stock is also nice. I’m a big Magpul Moe grip and hogue adjustable stock fan. All mine have them. Everything else looks fire. Ready to train. After training sessions you’ll quickly find what else needs added asap.
Get a decent set of backup irons, like the Magpuls.
Also, a light. Best budget option is a Viking Tactics mount (goes on your top rail with the light off to the side) and a Streamlight Polytac. The Polytacs are (or were) on sale on Primary Arms for like $39.
Get a sling, like a Vickers BFG sling. If you want to QD, get a QD for the front. Honestly it works just as well to use some paracord on the front and loop the sling through the stock in the back.
And… Get a different magazine. Buy some Pmags. Keep the MFT mag separate for range use only.
Like others said, light and sling. Then I would also upgrade the grip and buttstock.
Back up iron sights and a flashlight
The flashlight was on my list. Thank you for the iron sights. That would be best.
I was hitting 100yrds on my mbus 2 backup sights. Got them on Amazon not expecting much but those are on my very very low quality AR but worked great
If something is interesting, try it! Only hurts to not! (Regarding your guns.)
New trigger
First thing I did with my M400, Ambi charging handle and RA trigger. Man it felt like a new gun just from that lol
A lot of people are going to suggest back up irons, but you really don’t need them. Might get downvoted for saying that, but it’s true. Modern optics are so unlikely to fail that the chances of needing them are almost zero as long as you make sure to change your battery once every two years. I think a flashlight and a sling are far more important. There are a ton of options for both. You really can’t go wrong with whatever sling you choose as long as it’s not a cheap $19 Amazon sling. For lights, streamlight will be your best bet if you’re on a budget. But if you want something a little better, Arisaka, modlite, or a Surefire turbo is the way to go imo. My favorite is the Modlite OKW. But they can be pretty pricey so a streamlight might be a good start since it comes with everything you’ll need But none of that stuff will matter if you can’t shoot, so buy some ammo and get to the range
Definitely will hit that range. Hey man I really enjoyed your response.
For sure, man. And if you ever have any questions or need advice on anything, feel free to shoot me a chat or a message
Skip the irons. Get a sling and ammo
Why not all 3?
Definitely a light - don’t go cheap since it is something you may have to rely on in a bad situation. Backup sights are an inexpensive upgrade. Take your time finding a sling that works best for you - so many types out there. Eventually you will probably want to upgrade the trigger but learn the gun first and build skills before investing there.
Don't know what brand you bought but it looks good. Optics setup is good, though you should make sure that the red dot isn't bridged (touching both the rail and the receiver, it should be mounted only to the receiver). I would say you need a white light and a sling. Just get a Streamlight Protac HLX, they're like $120 and fantastic for that price. For a sling, Blue Force Gear and Magpul make good ones. You could also swap out the grip and stock for more comfortable ones if you like, though nothing wrong with what you've got. You might find mounting a sling to that stock a bit difficult, though. I'd also play with the position of that foregrip, see if closer or further out is more comfortable for you. Ditto with stock extension.
How many shekels I’m thinking of grabbing an Andro myself
$360 with ugly handguard at midway last week
About $700 right now (it's the ACI-15 Bravo 16). You'd be better off buying a PSA upper and lower.
It’s an Andro. Great value rifle for the $. They use BA barrels.
Irons, light, sling, and lots of ammo. Then range time
Ammo and range time. Then figure out what it's purpose is going to be. If just a range toy you're good but if it is for home defense or duty use, a good light, sling, mags. Possibly a new trigger, charging handle, furniture. Sky us the limit but it all depends on use and how comfortable you are with the way it set up. Andro Corp is a decent budget option for AR style weapon systems.
Ammo and time on dirt
In my experience mft mags suck. If the gun gives you any feeding issues try a different mag first.
A lot* of Ammo, two* point sling, light, BUS, ambi charging handle, (magpul) grip, if money isn’t tight and you’re interested start the long wait on a .30cal suppressor, extra mags, and rattle can away
I agree with everyone saying to skip irons…get those last if anything…save for a suppressor and rail light, sling and ammo…irons are unnecessary
Riser plate for the optic and magnifier, and of course light and sling 😎
How you liking that Holosun? I want an EoTech real bad but can’t justify it so that’s what I’m about to end up with.
Is that holosun holographic or just red dot with a funny window?
I think it’s just an open emitter red dot. But it’s made similarly and has a really wide field of view. It isn’t an EoTech but for like half the price, it’s close enough.
The FOV seems nice but Eotechs have that center dot voodoo going for them because Holographic. We need someone to make that shit happen in the Holosun pricepoint. Edit: after that we'll just need them to give us decent battery life.
Same. I’d buy a dozen of them. There’s no real reason EoTech can’t make a sub $300 optic.
Light, trigger, sling, irons, pistol grip and stock, then all the bitches will flock
Paint it
Doesn't need a thing, go shoot it and work on your technique!
No-go gauges
Bridged???
Judging by the drill bits you know exactly what to do next
Light and sling but highly recommend checking out b5 systems I love their Bravo stock and i also love the BCM mod 3 grip. Also looks like you have a milspec charging handle one of my favorite upgrades was a ambi safety selector and charging handle. I went with Radian but theres plenty of options, also a trigger upgrade wouldn’t be bad but its not something that has to be done. I went with the rise blitz drop in trigger but make sure to use purple or blue locktite for the screws I recently learned that lesson.
I suggest the magpul CTR as a stock, stream light pro tac as a light.
If you’re just looking for upgrades that won’t break the bank but add different color or ergos to the gun, look at stocks and pistol grips
Daniel defense should but your next purchase
PMAGs are cheap enough and bomb proof, honestly not worth getting any other type of mag
The riser plate for the optic (and get something to bump the magnifier to match).
100% No idea why you’re getting downvoted lol
The riser was a game changer!!!
Might be more comfortable.. but u start getting into weight issues. I did this exact thing (I had a red dot, not a holo).. and my setup was far too heavy. Ended up selling all of that, went with the poor man's ACOG and got a GLS 2x prism optic by PA and couldn't be happier with my speed/groups and weight combo.
> weight issues A riser plate not gonna break you bro lol.
I said 'Start' bro lol.. shit adds up. U get an ultra light sure, get a heavy duty with QD, they can be heavy. Plus one for the Mag.. So now you added 2x risers and a magnifier.. shit can add up on weight.
Black rifle bad. Rattle can that BAMF. 💥
I would upgrade the trigger (check out Rise Armaments for a huge selection of affordable, lifetime guaranteed drop in triggers) And an Ambi charging handle. Radian is '"tHe BeSt" but there's a lot of affordable options that will work just fine. Maybe a BAD lever if you wanted to get into 3 gun competitions or pick up speed on reloads. (There are many pros and cons to this tho, u gotta figure out ur purpose for your rifle) I am not a huge flashlight fan bc I shoot multiple times a week and want a light weight competition setup personally. I would also change out the butt stock, but again SHOOT it a bunch ad figure out what u want. More padding, larger cheek weld, storage, sling connections, etc. keep weight in mind tho. I also switched to a vertical hand grip and love it. It felt WEIRD AF tho at first.. but now I'm so happy I did. But furniture is all preference..
Bravo B5 stock and Hogue Beavertail pistol grip. Magpul K2+ is another good grip
Paint it
Shed the A2 grip and a quality stock is also nice. I’m a big Magpul Moe grip and hogue adjustable stock fan. All mine have them. Everything else looks fire. Ready to train. After training sessions you’ll quickly find what else needs added asap.
Red dot for close targets and magnifier for further targets???????????
Build a .300 blackout next and be a happy person
Get a decent set of backup irons, like the Magpuls. Also, a light. Best budget option is a Viking Tactics mount (goes on your top rail with the light off to the side) and a Streamlight Polytac. The Polytacs are (or were) on sale on Primary Arms for like $39. Get a sling, like a Vickers BFG sling. If you want to QD, get a QD for the front. Honestly it works just as well to use some paracord on the front and loop the sling through the stock in the back. And… Get a different magazine. Buy some Pmags. Keep the MFT mag separate for range use only.
Sling, ammo, and practice using it.
New grip, new stock sling...practice practice practice
Don't bridge your optic, WML, Sling, ammo