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Precision Firearms Arion Type I - UnclBuck - 01-29-2014
Brand new to the site, so bear with me
I've been researching a build based off of the suggestions by members here, and also looking at fully built 6.5's. I'm looking for a longer 400-800 rifle that I can hunt with and practice at longer ranges. I basically have no experience beyond 200yds, and am still learning as much as I can about scopes, techniques, and the nomenclature.
One that caught my eye was the Arion Type I from Precision Firearms. Here
This is a $2200 18" with some bells and whistles. From what I gathered, a nice build could cost up to this amount and much more.
Does anyone have experience with PF and their quality vs value? Would is be prudent to just purchase a fully built 6.5 at this price point? Or would you prefer to piece it together.
I'm sure many have posted similar questions, but hoping not to bother, but to learn as much as possible before I move on a new rifle. Any help and guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - Sputnik - 01-29-2014
Precision Firearms makes quality firearms and uppers. Mark provides superb Customer service. You can't go wrong with them and by doing this one can avoid a lot of the pitfalls experienced during builds, especially from a novice builder like myself. I just bought a Neptune V upper and it is fabulous! Try a solid product and then venture to into customizing/experiencing a ground up build. Just my 2 cents.
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - lilharcher - 01-29-2014
x2....now if we could just get Mark to come here more and answer our questions....
Sputnik Wrote:Precision Firearms makes quality firearms and uppers. Mark provides superb Customer service. You can't go wrong with them and by doing this one can avoid a lot of the pitfalls experienced during builds, especially from a novice builder like myself. I just bought a Neptune V upper and it is fabulous! Try a solid product and then venture to into customizing/experiencing a ground up build. Just my 2 cents.
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - explorecaves - 01-29-2014
lilharcher Wrote:x2....now if we could just get Mark to come here more and answer our questions....
IMHO, I would rather he finish his move and start cranking out parts than waste time on the forum....
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - aclark - 01-29-2014
Its probably not too bad a price, and the quality will definitely be there.
I'm a little under that right now (rough est) but will probably be inching closer to the $2k mark by the time its all said and done.
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - LRRPF52 - 01-29-2014
There is something particular about these that sets them apart from a lot of other guns, namely the Intermediate Length Gas System, which is somewhere between MLGS and RLGS.
You also get PF's billet receiver set, a square face, top-end bolt carrier group, superb fit and finish, Cerakote, Geissele...I handled them at SHOT, and they are very light, well-balanced, and just a nice solid top-end AR15 all around:
![[Image: getthumb?user=4932&site=7546&w=400&h=400...G_1830.JPG]](https://d2y13ph2yc4lvn.cloudfront.net/core/getthumb?user=4932&site=7546&w=400&h=400&file=uploaded%2Fimages%2FArion%2FIMG_1830.JPG)
* PF Billet Lower with Upper to Lower Tension Screw (not used on Factory built rifle, but provided)
* Lower is Marked 6.5 Grendel Caliber
* PF Billet Upper Receiver is matched to lower for perfect fit
* 18 inch PF Barrel, Fluted Front and Rear Sections, with Intermediate Gas System - Will shoot 1 MOA
* Geissele MK 3 Handguard 15 inch with 3 modular short rails
* Geissele 2 stage G2S Trigger Tuned by Precision - 3.5 lbs total pull weight. 2 on first and 1.5 on second. Breaks like glass - or Optional Super Dynamic Enhanced - pictured
* Magpul (pictured) or Hogue Rubberized Grip - Choose option
* Magpul Trigger Guard
* Magpul UBR - Utility Battle Rifle Stock with battery storage. This stock locks up very tight with no discernible play or rattle.
* Nickel Boron Carrier with Phosphated PF 6.5 Grendel bolt
* BCM Gunfighter charging handle Mod 4 (Pictured)- Optional Mod 3 or 5 - Choose Option
* BAD-ASS Ambi Safety
* Troy Ambi Bolt Release - Pictured - Optional
* Troy Ambi Mag Release - Pictured - Optional
* (Rainier Compensator as pictured is no longer available) Replaced with our Own inhouse LMD Brake or PF Nox - Choose Option
* (2) Stainless Steel ASC 15 round Mags
* Comes in USA made Soft Tactical Case.
* USA Made Single Point Sling made by PF - optional
* Cerakote available in Black, FDE, Foliage Green (pictured) OD Green - Choose Option
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - cory - 01-29-2014
Not bad at all. I'm going to be at $2.2k on one of my Lilja builds, minus accessories and iron sights. The other one will probably be over that, by a little. It adds up fast, but it's just nice building your own AR to your specs.
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - Buster - 01-29-2014
I'm right about that price point on my Lilja build using similar components, so it doesn't look like a bad deal at all.
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - cory - 01-29-2014
Not to mention you've got a shop that has mastered the AR platform building it for you and guaranteeing it to work. If you don't just really want to build your own, it's the way to go!
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - UnclBuck - 01-29-2014
Wow, thanks guys. Mark emailed me after I inquired about lead times. Seems like a really nice guy who knows his stuff.
Appreciate the help, though it may have just caused my wife some bitterness, I feel much better now hearing it from y'all!
Precision Firearms Arion Type I - lilharcher - 01-29-2014
explorecaves Wrote:IMHO, I would rather he finish his move and start cranking out parts than waste time on the forum....
I don't disagree, but when you represent an item is 4 weeks out, and now 12 weeks have passed, one should expect a quick note suggesting that it will take more time. I would love to support his business, so a quick note will keep me enagaged and waiting, and not eager to move-on to a non-grendel supporter.