After shooting my buddy's stock ammo 5.56 AR-15 at the indoor range,
I decided that I would try a pistol round "rifle" to use indoors.
It would be much more civilized: less noise, less concussion.
I still want a real rifle version, but I figure that can wait for
better weather so I can use it outside.
I wanted to do a 9mm carbine because then I can share ammo with
my 9mm CZ-75. I like to tinker and so wanted to build this from scratch.
But a 9mm AR-15 style carbine is not nearly as easy as a stock 5.56 one.
There is less info out on the net and you need some specialized parts.
And the parts cost a lot more so it is not a cheap build.
I did a lot of research and started ordering parts. They finally all
came and I started to build the carbine. I thought I would document
the build in case anyone else came along wanting to build a 9mm carbine.
I am not finished yet, but have the major assembly that does not
require special tools done. I will continue to post as things progress.
I am a newbie--this is my first build and I just got into shooting,
so forgive me if I get some things wrong. And of course any suggestions
are very welcome.
The biggest challenge was the parts. Here is a list of all the things
I finally ended up ordering. (Note that one nice thing is that the
9mm stripped lower receiver does not require a Maryland form 77R
--at least according to 2A Sales. So I was able to get it cash-and-carry
with just a NICS check.)
Lower receiver:
Black Creek Precision EF9 Model Dedicated 9mm Lightened Forged Lower Receiver
BCG:
CMMG 9MM Bolt Carrier Group
Upper receiver:
Custom 9MM Pistol MUR (Quarter Circle 10)
Stock:
Magpul MAG470-BLK AR-15 Mil-Spec STR Carbine Stock Black (MAG470BLK)
Sights:
Green Blob Outdoors Premium Military, Mil Spec Flip Up,
Folding, Front and Rear Iron Sights Tactical Set for
Picatinny / Weaver Rails Flattop
Charging Handle:
Strike Industries High Polish Aluminum Handle w/ Extended Lock - Black
Foregrip:
Rousch Sports® Ultra Light Super Slim (seven sided keymod) "ULSV2" 12"
Keymod Mount Forend For 5.56/.223 Rifle
Stuff from Job Bob Outfitters:
ERGO AR15/M16 Grip Kit, Deluxe Tactical - 4045 - Black
JBO Lower Receiver Parts Kit WITHOUT Trigger Parts
KAK INDUSTRY 9MM AR15 Buffer 1
Kaw Valley Precision Linear Comp 9MM 1/2x36 Black Oxide
Mil Spec 6 position Stock Hardware Kit-AR15-USA Made
New Frontier Armory 16" Match Grade 9mm Barrel
YHM Crush Washer for flash suppressor
POF AR15/AR10 4.5lb Trigger w/ KNS Anti Rotation Pin
Here is a picture of all the parts ready for assembly (click for hirez image):
I decided that I would try a pistol round "rifle" to use indoors.
It would be much more civilized: less noise, less concussion.
I still want a real rifle version, but I figure that can wait for
better weather so I can use it outside.
I wanted to do a 9mm carbine because then I can share ammo with
my 9mm CZ-75. I like to tinker and so wanted to build this from scratch.
But a 9mm AR-15 style carbine is not nearly as easy as a stock 5.56 one.
There is less info out on the net and you need some specialized parts.
And the parts cost a lot more so it is not a cheap build.
I did a lot of research and started ordering parts. They finally all
came and I started to build the carbine. I thought I would document
the build in case anyone else came along wanting to build a 9mm carbine.
I am not finished yet, but have the major assembly that does not
require special tools done. I will continue to post as things progress.
I am a newbie--this is my first build and I just got into shooting,
so forgive me if I get some things wrong. And of course any suggestions
are very welcome.
The biggest challenge was the parts. Here is a list of all the things
I finally ended up ordering. (Note that one nice thing is that the
9mm stripped lower receiver does not require a Maryland form 77R
--at least according to 2A Sales. So I was able to get it cash-and-carry
with just a NICS check.)
Lower receiver:
Black Creek Precision EF9 Model Dedicated 9mm Lightened Forged Lower Receiver
BCG:
CMMG 9MM Bolt Carrier Group
Upper receiver:
Custom 9MM Pistol MUR (Quarter Circle 10)
Stock:
Magpul MAG470-BLK AR-15 Mil-Spec STR Carbine Stock Black (MAG470BLK)
Sights:
Green Blob Outdoors Premium Military, Mil Spec Flip Up,
Folding, Front and Rear Iron Sights Tactical Set for
Picatinny / Weaver Rails Flattop
Charging Handle:
Strike Industries High Polish Aluminum Handle w/ Extended Lock - Black
Foregrip:
Rousch Sports® Ultra Light Super Slim (seven sided keymod) "ULSV2" 12"
Keymod Mount Forend For 5.56/.223 Rifle
Stuff from Job Bob Outfitters:
ERGO AR15/M16 Grip Kit, Deluxe Tactical - 4045 - Black
JBO Lower Receiver Parts Kit WITHOUT Trigger Parts
KAK INDUSTRY 9MM AR15 Buffer 1
Kaw Valley Precision Linear Comp 9MM 1/2x36 Black Oxide
Mil Spec 6 position Stock Hardware Kit-AR15-USA Made
New Frontier Armory 16" Match Grade 9mm Barrel
YHM Crush Washer for flash suppressor
POF AR15/AR10 4.5lb Trigger w/ KNS Anti Rotation Pin
Here is a picture of all the parts ready for assembly (click for hirez image):