SBR Questions for an SBR Newbie

Knuckles said:

I am looking for some help/guidance with building an AR type SBR. The "Sticky" about SBR's at the top of the forum is dated 2008... Im sure a lot of it is still accurate but I have a few questions...

First off, the SBR I will want to apply for will be registered as "INDIVIDUAL".

I plan to use One(1) of the Two(2) Aero Lowers for my SBR that I just ordered and should be in my possession within a week or so. (I have 2 PRE SB281 lowers that I assume I wouldn't want to use but correct me if i'm wrong please). Save your PRE-SB281 for other projects

I have an Individual Form 4 for a suppressor that is currently pending I applied for thru the Silencer Shop Kiosk at Engage. Can/Will Silencer Shop allow me to use the data they currently have on file for an SBR submission? (Finger Prints, Picture, etc...) NO, you have to submit new info per application.

I also am not sure exactly what I want to build yet but I want to get a Form 1 submitted to get in line so to speak. What info do I NEED to decide on when I submit the Form 1? All depends on what you want to do with it, suppress it, HD, just range toy, practical work type gun?

If there is an easy step-by-step thread on this site or elsewhere someone can point me to, that would be great. Otherwise, any info or help given is appreciated.

Thanks in advance for any helpful guidance.

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squaregrouper said:

With Marylandistan's new 29" OAL requirement combined with The BATFE saying pistols are legal to shoulder again, I wouldn't SBR anything. Build yourself a pistol and use a Kak Blade, Sig Brace, etc.
If you're doing 5.56/.223, look into how quickly ballistics drop when barrel lengths go below 12". A 7" AR15 barrel in 5.56/.223 will have ballistics so poor it would surprise you.

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vgplayer said:

Silencer Shop Form 1 Service is now available.
https://www.silencershop.com/services/atf-form-1.html

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squaregrouper said:

With Marylandistan's new 29" OAL requirement combined with The BATFE saying pistols are legal to shoulder again, I wouldn't SBR anything. Build yourself a pistol and use a Kak Blade, Sig Brace, etc.

If you're doing 5.56/.223, look into how quickly ballistics drop when barrel lengths go below 12". A 7" AR15 barrel in 5.56/.223 will have ballistics so poor it would surprise you.

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outrider58 said:

I can't help as far as how to fill out a Form 1. All mine were efiled​. Some things to be aware of though are you must enter the caliber of said SBR (you can add other calibers on the lower after you get your stamp) and the over all length mut be a minimum of 29" measured with the stock fully extended. There is no minimum barrel length. Just an OAL requirement.

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squaregrouper said:

Dear John,

Delete your post and quietly go about your business.



Love,

Kyle

PS- Don't waste $200 on SBR'ing a pistol while still a MD subject- spend the money on reloading components.

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ToolAA said:

Geez I'm getting a Dear John letter on MDS.


I love the pistol and probably won't change it. Shooting subs have almost no recoil and my last trip to the range I was hitting 12" steel at 100yds standing just stabilizing with my cheek. It's really great. I should have my suppressor built in a few weeks which will make it even better.

As for the stamp I'll let the post stand. The pistol is It's not serialized so I can just hold onto the stamp and build it whenever I move out of MD or file to rescind the stamp and get my money back I guess.

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