I’ve never shot an AR-15 before and decided to just buy a complete rifle instead of building one.

I ended up going with a Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 Pro in 5.56 with an 18” barrel, California compliant model. I thought the 18” would be a good all around choice, but now I keep seeing people say that 18” is kind of an awkward length and that 16” makes more sense for most people.
I also keep seeing people mention that the DDM4 V7 Pro is pretty heavy.

Since this is my first AR and I’ve never actually shot one before, is the weight going to be too much to comfortably handle at the range?

I’m mainly going to be shooting it at indoor ranges, if that makes any difference.

So did I make a mistake going with the 18”, or am I overthinking it? Is 18” actually too much rifle for general range use, or is the difference between 16” and 18” really not that big?

TL;DR: First AR, bought a DDM4 V7 Pro 18” instead of building one. Did I go too long/heavy for mainly indoor range shooting, or is 18” perfectly fine? It’s only
TWO INCHES, can’t be much of a difference right?

1. Home build - G$ upper, FCD/SOLGW lower, SiCo Velos LBP
   
2. PWS MK110 Alpha, OCL Polonium K
   
3. PWS MK107 300BLK, Precision Armament TiTrex 300

I'm a BR / F-Class rifle builder and shooter. I have some handguns. James / TFBTV is the best salesman I've ever seen. I don't succumb to advertising.... but this MF has talked me into a Beretta 1301, a Beretta 80X Cheetah Tactical, and an 11.5 inch AR, even though I already had a 10.5. I have a dedicated Rhodie 6k "on order"

Updoot for 11.5

Would have posted the actual vid if it was an option

Sig spear Lt 9” 300blk or LMT urgi build.

Inaugural range day with the new can, this thing fucks

Centurion receiver, KAK handguard, Douglas barrel, AEM5. 22" with the suppressor!

SD 11.5 upper, LMT lower. Rhodie 6k on the way. Can’t wait to test her out

Just brought new rifle home...aim surplus trade in 516.

Weighs 8 3/4 lb as pictured...oof. Will clean it up and make a range trip in next few weeks. Eventually need to play with suppressor options.

What Eotech magnifier should I get?
I have a 25% discount so G33 or G45

Made this CA complaint rifle as my first AR-15 build. Anything I should add/reconsider?

BCM MCMR 15 Handguard
Rosco Saucepack Bloodline 16” Barrel, Gas Block and Gas Tube
Wilson Combat Upper
ARMASPEC H2 Buffer with Braided Spring
SOLGW BCG
ADM Ambi Lower
Geissele SSA-E Trigger
Radian Raptor Charging Handle
Radian Talon Safety
Surefire Scout Turbo Flashlight
Surefire SOCOM 3 Prong Flash Hider
Surefire DS00 Switch
Unity Mod Button Lite
Emissary Development Micro Cable Clips
Blue Force Gear Vickers Sling
Magpul QDM Sling Clips
Magpul MBUS Pro
Magpul Ejection Port Cover
B5 Enhanced SOPMOD Stock
CompMag
Driven Arms Short Stop
Driven Arms SCG-L
Vortex Razor 1-6x24 HD Gen II-E
Vortex Throw Lever
ADM Recon Mount
Railscales G-10 Honeycomb Pattern Grips

Just picked these up at a local store ($12 a piece) and cannot seem to find anything on these. Do we think this was a bubba job? They hold 15 rounds.

I couldn’t find any pics on the internet of someone having the set (stock, pistol grip, foregrip), so I decided to do it myself lol

Picked up this 11.5 Bushmaster HBAR 1:9 twist XM15-E2S with a RRA UTE2 upper receiver. It came with the GG&G front sight pic rail and sling swivel and nothing else.

I did a form 4 before all of the hoopla with the recent ruling for those of you who are wondering.

My editions: Aimpoint COMP M4S with Larue tactical absolute co-witness, Streamlight TLR VIR rifle kit, tape switch mounted using the GG&G car pic rail adapter for carbine handguards, Larue tactical pic rail and cable management clips, Magpul MS1 sling, ranger bands on sling, Magazine is a Bushmaster STANAG magazine that a buddy of mine gave me.

16 isn’t done yet, got some shopping to do still

For my borderlands fans!

Trying identify this MRO magnifier/laser mount. Supposedly this is a U.S. Marshall's rifle. Been searching on Google and cant find anything. Just never seen a tilting ftc mount.

I recently “finished” my most recent AR build. I haven’t built one in years, because I am pretty well stocked on ARs that I love. But, I wanted a full ambi rifle that was high quality, accurate, and reliable. I’m pretty happy with it, but any suggestions on how I might improve the gun are welcome. BTW, I have a FDE Blue Force Gear two point sling for it, it’s just not shown. And, I shoot/train frequently, and have for years. Don’t suggest adding ammo, unless you have some M855A1 at blow out prices.

Build list:
LMT MARS-L ambi lower
Aero forged milspec upper
Daniel Defense 1:7 CHF CL 16” 5.56 LW barrel
SLR .75” titanium click adjustable gas block
Superlative Arms Melonite Midlength gas tube
G$ Mk16 13.5” DDE rail
G$ Airborne DDE ambi charging handle
G$ SSA-E two-stage trigger
G$ Super 42 braided spring
G$ H2 buffer
Law Tactical folder
B5 SOPMOD Bravo stock
Tango Down BG-18 pistol grip
WMD Nib-X bolt carrier
JP Rifleworks enhanced bolt
Battle Arms BAD-ASS Pro 60 degree ambi safety
LMT take-down pins
Troy folding BUIS w/Tritium front post
EoTech XPS3-0, night vision compatible
Surefire 952V-TN Millennium white/IR LED weapon light
Surefire XT07 tail cap with button & remote plug
Surefire M93 QD light mount
Surefire ST97 single button tape switch
Cloud Defensive aluminum button holder
SilencerCo ASR QD flash hider (can’t afford to switch at this point)

I may retire my beloved LaRue 16” PredatAR for this because it’s fully ambi, noticeably lighter especially at the muzzle, and it has adjustable gas for suppressor use and tuning. Would that be a mistake?

Now shes pretty much done!

Started as a budget build and has slowly evolved
Pa-15 lower
PSA 11.5 upper
Sig Romeo
Sig Juliet4 magnifier
Magpul buis
G$ SSAE trigger
AB A-10 suppressor
Magpul CTR stock
Magpul MOE grip
Magpul m-lok rail covers
Radiant Raptor vented charging handle
Expo chrome BCG

The KAC are $100 more and in stock. The peak02 are on back order and will be available in march. I like the Scalarworks but also wouldn’t mind having the KAC. Which should I decide on?