SBR worth the $200 and hassle?

[GunSmoke]

I built an AR pistol thinking I'd form 1 it into an SBR, but now I'm wondering if it's worth doing?

Anyone who has both have an opinion? Is the SBR better than the pistol enough to justify the stamp and additional regulation?

Thanks in advance for your opinions.

 

[ducatilover]

I have both and it's better to sbr so you can shoulder the rifle instead of resting it on your cheek. That's the only advantage for me.

That being said the $200 isn't much. The waiting period is what bites. If you don't mind waiting then do it. You will probably spend just as much on a pistol brace.

 

[superdrag67]

Waiting isn't even that big a deal anymore when you can slap a KAK or something on it for $50 and shoot it while you wait.

I have a couple pistols as well as SBR's and prefer having regular stocks on things so will likely submit the F1's for them early next year. I think most of the braces are pretty ugly so for me it's an aesthetic thing as well as just being able to put whatever stock on what on something and not be limited. Most of the braces either aren't as solid, comfortable, and aren't adjustable.

Edit: The SBA3 looks interesting and I think it's one of the better choices out there right now besides the Tailhook if you aren't looking to go CQB style.

 

[GunSmoke]

Thanks guys. I'll probably do at least one form 1, and that way I can rotate between the pistols and the rifle.

 

[YNOTAZ]

I agree on the SA3. I plan to add one to an AR pistol for future road trips across state lines where I will likely bring it rather than an SBR because of legality in different states.

My preference is still an SBR so I can swap stocks as I see something that better suits my use.

 

[XJThrottle]

Currently waiting on my Form 1 to return.

 

[GunSmoke]

I'll get one sent in as well. Thanks everyone. Where are you guys getting your engraving done?

 

[YNOTAZ]

West side - Molon Labe around 84ave just South of Bell. Get exact address and Tx from web site. Call them, email the text to them, and done while yo wait. Good guys to work with and reasonable.

 

[GunSmoke]

Awesome, thanks guys.

 

[harleypower69]

+ 1 on Molon Labe, they are my go to.

 

[omegaman]

"arm brace" spend the $200 on the can

 

[XJThrottle]

How about engraving on the other side of town?

 

[Viper 1-26 INF]

+2 on Molon Labe, they're the best.

I have both pistols and SBRs... I much prefer the SBR.

 

[azmp5]

I can see the plus and negative to both option. If you just want nothing to do with NFA then go the pistol route. If you want atleast 1 lower that u can put all the SBR uppers you want on it, then pay the $200 and wait the few months.

Me personally, I already had a few NFA items prior to 41P. Once I heard 41P was going into effect, I did the "sbr everything" bit. Specially since e-file was a thing and super easy to do. Now I'm sitting on 8 sbr ar15 lowers.... 4 just sitting in the safe, still stripped.

 

[Muzap]

It's worth it to me. Every AR I have in use is a registered SBR. That way, I don't have to worry about what upper goes on what gun (since with a "pistol" lower, you can't put a forward grip on the upper).
I'm also mindful of the possibility that eventually, some dingleberry will do something heinous with a "pistol" lower, and the "braces" will go the way of bump fire stocks.

 

[CGSteve]

Yes for me as well so long as I have the extra money to spend.

The legal definition of "pistol" that is not a handgun is just arbitrarily made by the ATF. In reality, it is a rifle without a stock.

As a shooter or for people that carry a long arm or SMG for their work, a rifle without a stock is impractical and not much fun.

As a collector, it looks absolutely stupid when you see classic military/LE firearms without stocks, or elongated barrels.

Mind you, most of this sentiment is also from before braces were a thing. I shouldered a "pistol" with a brace and it didn't feel bad, but at the end of the day you want stocks dedicated to that firearm and you want to have options as well.

 

[Desertfox01]

SBR all the way. I am actually getting ready to do Another - they are like Doritos, You can not stop with just one!!!

And Thanks for the Recommendations (Molon Labe), Always enjoy seeing the toys. Glad The "New" sight is back up.

 

[GunSmoke]

I just bought an SBR lower (transfering on a form 4) from Quentin Defense. Thanks for feedback everyone, I'm stoked to build my first SBR.

 

[XJThrottle]

My upper should be on the porch today!

 

[h8pvmnt]

I have several SBR's and i would not do it again. You can take an AR pistol anywhere in the states, an SBR you have to inform ATF if you take it across state lines, some places its possibly not legal at all. The wait sucks and its very hard to sell later. No one wants to buy an SBR and wait a year to take possession of it after paying you. I have a few SBR AK's there nearly impossible to sell because it cost so much to have them built. Now you can buy an AK pistol for 500.00 slap a brace on it and done. To build a true SBR AK your into the 1000 plus range. The only issue with the pistols is like the others have said that whole interpretation may go away making the pistol thing like it used to be before braces. Stupid.....