Thinking of getting rid of the 6920.

Teecher45 · 06-15-2012, 23:06

A couple of years ago I bought a 6920 after a lot of research because I thought it was the best choice for a 1 gun, all purpose go-to-gun. I put an Aimpoint micro on a LaRue mount and a light on it.
I was fine with it, liked it a lot. But then I started shooting AK's. I will be picking-up an Arsenal SLR107 Monday and it will become my SHTF weapon (after I check it for reliability).
Anyway, my AR will be getting a scope and will become my coyote hunting rifle/long range weapon.
I am considering selling my 6920 and buying another AR. I don't want an Oly, but don't have to have a Noveske. I want:
20" barrel (Also I don't want another M4 profile barrel. I know I'm in the minority here, but I really don't like the looks of them)
1/8 or 1/9" twist
Regular handgaurds (no rails)
Flat-top for a scope
Reliability of my 6920
Thinking of going BCM blemished lower.
So, what do you guys recommend? Thanks...

4TS&W · 06-15-2012, 23:12

Why not just get a different upper..?

Teecher45 · 06-15-2012, 23:32

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Originally Posted by 4TS&W

Why not just get a different upper..?

Well, that's an idea. However I would then be out more money, if I'm thinking right. I'm considering selling the 6920 and using that money to build/buy the other. I have a Leupold VX-II 4x12 sitting around that only needs a mount. Currently I am using my extra money (and believe me, it isn't much) buying an Ultimak, AK mags and ammo.

M&P15T · 06-16-2012, 07:07

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Originally Posted by Teecher45

Well, that's an idea. However I would then be out more money, if I'm thinking right. I'm considering selling the 6920 and using that money to build/buy the other. I have a Leupold VX-II 4x12 sitting around that only needs a mount. Currently I am using my extra money (and believe me, it isn't much) buying an Ultimak, AK mags and ammo.

Option 3 is to just put that scope on your 6920, and go do your hunting with it. 4" of barrel really doens't make much difference, and your cartridge choice is the real key.

However, if you really want a 20" upper, sell your existing upper and buy another. I myself would just save-up for the upper you want, and keep the 6920 upper, for when you change your mind.

Others may disagree, but I doubt you would get much more than $750 for a used 6920, since they can be bought new at Walmart for around $1K. And this brings a chuckle when I remember folks here buying multiple 6920s for $1200 or so, keeping them NIB, and just sure that they were going to go up in price.

xfarfuldog · 06-16-2012, 07:20

If this is a LEO marked 6920, keep it as it is. Sell it or keep it, don't booger it up by selling the upper. You see too many AR's for sale that are have parts from different manufacturers. They are hard to sell unless they have ultra premium parts. Just my .02.

K. Foster · 06-16-2012, 08:46

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Originally Posted by M&P15T

Option 3 is to just put that scope on your 6920, and go do your hunting with it. 4" of barrel really doens't make much difference, and your cartridge choice is the real key.

The above is a good option if you are looking to get this done cheap. I wouldn’t sell the Colt until you’ve shot the AK for a while.

Teecher45 · 06-16-2012, 23:37

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Originally Posted by K. Foster

The above is a good option if you are looking to get this done cheap. I wouldn’t sell the Colt until you’ve shot the AK for a while.

I won't, just exploring my options.
As others have said I have to make for sure I love the AK before I do anything about the 6920.
pag, I'm not selling the micro. If I love the AK it will go on an Ultimak rail on the AK. The mount may find itself into the classifieds.
If after a thousand rounds or so I don't love the AK better than the AR, I will put the micro back onto the AR and go with it. This is all speculation (kind of picking the brains of the experts) to what are my options.
The reason I am considering a 20" barrel in 1/8 or 1/9 is I have a pile of 193 that I figured would be more accurate and achieve more velocity out of such.
I have been offered $875 for it stock.

m2hmghb · 06-16-2012, 06:51

You could sell your current upper and buy a new 20 inch upper, you might have to throw a bit more money into it, but it shouldn't be much more.

JBaird22 · 06-16-2012, 08:11

Im in the build your own upper camp. If you want to sell your 6920 upper there is a market for it.

**MrMurphy** · 06-16-2012, 08:17

I'm in the keep it as is group, and have your AK as a spare.

AK ammo will NEVER be more plentiful than 5.56 in this country.

Your 6920 with a scope swapped on it is entirely fine for coyote hunting, a 20" barrel is unnecessary.

If you really want to go the route you're talking, spend the money, get a LaRue PredatAR in 5.56mm.

pag23 · 06-16-2012, 08:50

I would keep it as you will regret it later...

Are you selling the Aimpoint with Larue mount???

Gary1911A1 · 06-16-2012, 09:03

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Originally Posted by pag23

I would keep it as you will regret it later...

Are you selling the Aimpoint with Larue mount???

I agree. Save up for an AK if that's what you want, but don't sell the Colt. You'll never forgive yourself.

zhix · 06-16-2012, 09:46

I would at least wait a few months before selling the 6920 if at all.

As for BCM I like and use their stuff but their blem. lowers never really seemed like that great of a deal to me.

I would look for any decent quality stripped lower and buy that first, then buy/build the upper you want. Until then you probably could just hunt with the 6920 as someone else said.

I have two cheap Century AKs, WASR and Polish UF, and I might buy another. I do not however, see the appeal of spending what an Arsenal costs to get a 'good one'. Maybe if I handled and shot one it might change my opinion but I doubt it.

G19freak · 06-16-2012, 09:01

I guess I'm in the--AK's aren't all that--group----have had 3 including 2 high dollar ones---all gone now.

Like the cartridge--but my weapon is a new Mini-30. It is also a back up to my Colt--not the primary. Its also my back up deer/hog gun and hoot to shoot.

All that said my next one will be another 6920 or a Mini-14 Tactical.

Build another upper.

skeeter7 · 06-16-2012, 09:36

I would also keep the 6920 and save up for your next purchase. You will regret seling it later on. It's paid for and not costing you anything right now. Why take a hit on it when selling it if you don't have to.

majette · 06-17-2012, 08:52

keep your colt and buy a .300blk upper. similar ballistics to 762x39 while using the same mags. more ammo choices will available for hunting, defense, plinking, shooting suppressed, etc.

K. Foster · 06-17-2012, 09:46

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Originally Posted by majette

keep your colt and buy a .300blk upper. similar ballistics to 762x39 while using the same mags. more ammo choices will available for hunting, defense, plinking, shooting suppressed, etc.

It’s worth noting that compared to the 7.62X39, there is no cheap practice ammo for the .300 blk.

majette · 06-17-2012, 16:24

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Originally Posted by K. Foster

It’s worth noting that compared to the 7.62X39, there is no cheap practice ammo for the .300 blk.

the remington ctfb is about 12.00/box. while it is not as cheap it is higher quality. for me it is not about blasting thousands of rounds in the woods but first getting my optics and sights dialed in, shooting in competitions from time to time, and keeping my skills sharp with periodic range trips. 40-60 rounds a month with purposeful practice goes a long way for me.

Three-Five-Seven · 06-17-2012, 17:27

Kalishnikov disease strikes again. Crack me up that you say you will have to check the Bulgarian for reliability. That's a funny one!

You are plum crazy if you sell the Colt's.

whitebread · 06-18-2012, 06:05

Why not just put a 20" barrel on your existing upper? Buy some rifle length handguards, and you are set. You will also have the old parts for when you realize what a mistake you made.

K. Foster · 06-18-2012, 08:13

Very true^^^^.

K. Foster · 06-20-2012, 08:32

PSA has a 24" stainless upper for $549 (link below)
http://palmettostatearmory.com/index...eel-upper.html

BCM and PSA have some 18" and 20" uppers that might work for you. Colt also offers some 20's if you can find them. Rock River is generally not well thought of in the tactical community but they are much more popular with people that shoot service rifle matches. For whatever it’s worth, I’ve shot 6 different uppers or complete RRA’s from a bench and they’ve all grouped well. 1.5 MOA or less

TACLOAD · 06-21-2012, 07:18

Keep the 6920. I sold my first one and regretted it. Got another LE6920 and wont make the same mistake twice.

Mayhem like Me · 06-21-2012, 08:46

FWIW when I teach carbine classes I see just as many stoppages with the AK's .

They forget about that reciprocating charging handle and fowl it on gear and barricades..

A stoppage with an AK takes a bit longer to unstop than with an AR series weapon...

Magazine changes when you run dry can be funny when they can't get them rocked in correctly under stress.

A few things to think about when looking at the AK as the go to.

and here:

http://www.dsarms.com/DSA-ZM4-A3-Upp...ZM4CBU20FLUTE/

buy a quality BCG you wont find a better value I have built 10 of these and the 16 inchers into patrol rifles the barrels are awesome.
I know it's a 1x7 but they shoot the fast 50 grainers just fine.