Super-Dooper Bolt Carriers for ARs

[leroy]

Im roundin up parts to put another AR together (...300 ACC...). I've priced bolt carriers and they run from "mild to wild". Do i really care if i have a "super-duper" bolt carrier? I think the last one i bought was a simple, humble, military type staked carbon steel bolt carrier for about $50. Whaadda ya think?

Thanks in advance.

leroy

[mikegideon]

I don't think you need anything special. In fact, there may be a slight benefit to the lighter semi-auto carrier. If you're gonna have problems with the Blackout, it will be short cycling. I put a BCM full auto BCG in mine, but haven't shot it yet.

[TMF]

I've seen bolts break before but never seen a bolt carrier break or malfunction due to the carrier. I have seen a lot of pricey carriers though... not sure what they do except look cool and give the owner the ability to brag he paid twice as much for a carrier that functions just as good as mine.

[gjohnsoniv]

I got a Nickel Boron carrier and bolt for my AR but haven't really been able to tell a difference with the exception of it staying slick without any oil/lube. It does have a smiley face on it though.

[Guest FIST]

Basic Semi/FA should work perfect. I have been tempted to try the coated ones but can never pull the triger when I look at the price.

[Guest nysos]

As long as the BCG is shot peened, properly staked, and MPI tested then I don't care much otherwise. Finding a quality BCG will put you in the $115-150 range depending on brand.

[alwaysonjohn]

i'm a fan of full auto bolts (BCM made). I haven't justified spending more to get a Nickel Boron BCG, but easier to clean does sound nice!

[RWF]

for most the carrier does not make a difference. some the higher $ have very nice finishes that are very easy to clean and self lubricating.

if you are trying to shoot flys at 200 then a heavier for a longer lock time.

if you building a gun for racing with fast cycling and lower recoil then a light weight bolt, like a JP LMOS

[Il Duce]

I prefer BCM BCGs

[ShamGlock]

I've had good luck so far with my BCM. As a side note you should make a decision soon. BCM has already went up 10 bucks this week on their bolt carrier group.

[mikegideon]

I've had good luck wit ALL my BCG's, even the cheap ones. As long as they're properly staked.

[Guest 6.8 AR]

I've got best to worst and not much

difference.

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[frankmako]

i got some old mil spec ones and some high dollar ones. they all work and i never had any problems with them.