Like many, first 6.5 Grendel

[DirtyF9]

Well, I was in the process of ordering my first 6.5 Grendel upper, but after poking through some posts I thought I should consult the horde first. I've been planning on doing this for several months now. I had a serious debate with myself between a nice 2011, or a quality lower and two uppers. I already got one of my uppers, a BCM 14.5" 5.56 with a pinned and welded break. The second upper I want a decent 6.5 Grendel. Originally I was looking at Grendel Hunter uppers, but opted to see what you guys thought first. Ideally I'd like kind of a do all. I know it's best to have the tool for the job. Ideally I'd like something fit for both long range precision and hunting. I dont mind having a second lower for the precision rifle and one for a hunting rifle. I also have a busy work schedule and my family consumes a large bit of my time, so I want a out of the box upper. What are your suggestions for a company that makes a complete upper. My max budget is $1200 for this upper. That's really kind of stretching it. Also looking for suggestions on barrel length. I was thinking 20" to 22" for the barrel to squeeze out that velocity for the long range and that punch. I don't do much hunting, but when I do, it's the rifle I intend to bring, so primarily it's a precision rifle, and learning long range shooting.

Edit: I should note I've been primarily a pistol shooter for years. I do have a couple rifles that I take out regularly, but not as much as I'd like. I'd like to learn how to reach out and touch something with something

[FLshooter]

Call Paul at Craddock precision. He can build you a very accurate and reliable upper for $1200. You just have to be willing to wait at least three months before you get it. You can also try Mark at Precision Firearms. I recommend both.Had good results with both.I have been dealing with Craddock longer.

[VASCAR2]

https://shopwilsoncombat.com/Match-Grade-Barrel-65-Grendel-Hunter-20-1-8-Twist-Stainless-Fluted/productinfo/TR%2D65GHTRG20FC8/

http://www.65grendel.com/forum/showthread.php?21629-Lilja-10-5-quot-12-5-quot-16-quot-Barrels-(option-for-complete-upper-round-2)

[DL42]

[OneHitWonder]

[rabiddawg]

I have two Precision Firearms uppers and love them. They are the high end models.

I see they offer one Grendel upper at $850

https://www.precisionfirearms.com/m8/6.5%20Grendel%20Neptune%20EL%20V-I--6-5-grendel-neptune-el-v-i.html

I would look into LaRue if Precision ends up out of your budget.

[ike838]

Check out the Larue Ultimate Upper. They will build the "kit" for you for free. Comes with everything but the stripped lower for $ 792 at the moment. Heck of a deal when you add it up. You will later be given the option of buying a LaRue stripped lower to finish it off for around $ 250. HTH

[FLshooter]

https://shopwilsoncombat.com/Match-Grade-Barrel-65-Grendel-Hunter-20-1-8-Twist-Stainless-Fluted/productinfo/TR%2D65GHTRG20FC8/

http://www.65grendel.com/forum/showt...upper-round-2)

[65Whelen]

Larue's a good choice. I was lucky enough to win one of their upper kits when they had a trigger sales promotion. Quality product.

I've got a couple deer with it, one at 165yds and one at 60yds.
Also, banging steel at 400 yards no problem.

https://www.larue.com/products/larue-ultimate-ar-15-upper-kit/

[DirtyF9]

I think I'll give it a try building my own, using a Wilson Combat barrel. Just going to order things a little at a time to spare my wallet some distress about the cost ??

Also going to need to invest in some tooling, but never bad to have more tools around the house. I appreciate everyone's advice. I'm going to go with a 20" barrel.