BCM/Spikes AR-15 Overview

Here is a quick close up of my AR-15 rifle. The upper is a BCM (Bravo Company Manufacturing) and a Spikes Tactical Lower. The bolt and charging handle are BCM as well. So far this rifle has been a great shooter, super reliable, and very lightweight. The feel and looks of this gun are just fantastic. All in all I probably have around $1000 in this gun (not cheap), but so far I don't feel like I wasted a penny. NOTE: It took me 6 months to assemble this rifle due to costs (I am very poor) and wait times for parts.

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[jboritzki]

Nice rifle. Thanks for sharing your build.

[IndianaGeologist]

@jboritzki Thanks for the kind comment! It's still a work in progress. I still want a better trigger, stock, and an optic. Just too many guns and too small of paychecks, lol.

[elox02]

@Indianageologist try the NiB battle trigger its a lot crisper and smoother then standard

[IndianaGeologist]

@elox02 I was actually thinking about upgrading to a Geisle (sp?) trigger ...But those are kinda costly so, it'll have to wait a while. Also, the next AR (for my wife) I build I will try out the NiB BCG. Cheers!

[bigCnel]

Nice video!! I'm thinking about a new AR either all BCM or Spikes mix any suggestions ? I really like that bolt from spikes. Nickel boron. Seem cool, less maintenance.

[IndianaGeologist]

@bigCnel They are both really great companies that make top notch Mil-spec gear. I love my BCM/Spikes hybrid, my only complaint is the super heavy trigger on my Spikes lower. I have not had a chance to try out a BCM lower (they were out of stock). A nickel boron coated bolt would be very easy to clean, although I have yet to have any malfunctions with my BCM mil-spec bolt/... But if you have the cash, then go for it!

[elox02]

I love the NiB BCG is it necessary who know. But its not functioning less

[IndianaGeologist]

@xnickbox There are pros and cons for each system. Pros of DI: Cheaper, less moving parts to get fouled up (but chamber get dirty quickly), lighter in weight, simpler system with standardized parts (to replace something with, and easier to free float the barrel....And it just works. If you want a piston-system then by all means get one. They are cool and work too!

[xnickbox]

what is the advantage of direct impingement?

[IndianaGeologist]

@MrSeafoo Thanks! I still have a few things I want to throw on it/ upgrade....But those will have to wait while I knock out my other firearm buys.