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9mm AR15 Project

CMMG 9mm AR15 UPPER RECEIVER ASSEMBLY

CMMG 9mm AR15 UPPER RECEIVER ASSEMBLY

I have been on the fence for a while trying to decide what 9mm ar15 UPPER RECIEVER ASSEMBLY to purchase. In the end I selected the  CMMG 9mm AR15 UPPER RECIEVER ASSEMBLY for four reasons. The first two reasons being I could use it with my HAHN PRECISION 9mm RECEIVER BLOCK with COLT 9mm 32 ROUND MAGAZINES. The third reason is the CMMG 9mm AR15 UPPER RECIEVER ASSEMBLY utilizes a bolt carrier group modified to accept any AR15 trigger group as opposed to the competition that relies on a dedicated 9mm hammer to function correctly. The fourth an final reason is that BROWNELLS has the unit in stock.

Note: If I had an abundance of 9mm Glock magazines on hand I would consider a Glock build. Glock mags can be found everywhere.

I will be throwing out the A2 handguard in favor of a MAGPUL FOLIAGE GREEN MOE CARBINE HANDGUARD. The FLASH HIDER will be replaced with a YANKEE HILL MACHINE YHM-9853-36-A PHANTOM FLASH HIDER for a WRAITH XL QD SOUND SUPPRESSOR with a 1/2″-36 thread.

This complete CMMG AR-15 M4 LE Upper Assembly features a chrome-moly steel barrel with a WASP Melonite treated bore and exterior. The upper makes use of a ramped, 9mm specific bolt that enables the use of a standard AR-15 hammer (dedicated 9mm hammers are not compatible), and comes complete with a shortened ejection port/ejection port cover and large polymer brass deflector. Upper must be installed on a lower receiver compatible with, or modified to accept, Colt-Style 9mm Luger box magazines.

CMMG’s durable Weapons Armament Surface Protection (WASP) Melonite treatment is a unique protective coating applied to the barrel that surface-hardens the metal, extending barrel service life by reducing friction in the bore and lessening bore surface wear. Also referred to as Nitriding, this treatment produces an extremely hard, slick surface on steel that resists carbon adhesion and increases corrosion resistance, making for easier cleaning and maintenance. Nitriding converts the steel’s surface without any build-up, retaining all the benefits of traditional chrome lining without suffering from the accuracy degradation commonly encountered due to uneven application of chrome inside the barrel’s bore.

Technical Information:

• Upper Receiver: A3 Flat-Top
• Barrel Length: 16″
• Barrel Contour: M4
• Barrel Material: Chrome Moly Steel
• Muzzle Thread Pattern: 1/2″-36
• Chrome Lined: No
• Barrel Finish: WASP Melonite
• Twist Rate: 1 in 10″
• Chamber: 9mm Luger
• Muzzle Device: A2 Flash Hider
• Gas System Length: None, Blowback
• Handguard: Polymer M4 -Style, Carbine Length
• Sights: Mil Spec A2 “F” Marked Front, No Rear
• Compatible with Colt-Style 9mm Luger Box Magazines, Not Included
• Lower Receiver will Require a 9mm Luger Magazine Well Adapter Block for use, Not Included
• Ramped 9mm Bolt Allows use of Standard AR-15 Hammer, Dedicated 9mm Hammer NOT Needed or Compatible

PREBAN LOWER RECEIVER 9MM AR15

This 9MM AR15 project ended up with a PREBAN PWA COMMANDO STRIPPED LOWER RECEIVER. If I lived in a state without an AWB I would be using one of the SPIKES TACTICAL LOWER RECEIVERS I already have on hand for about 1/6 of the cost.

HAHN PRECISION TOP LOADING 9MM CONVERSION BLOCK A9CRT0702

HAHN PRECISION TOP LOADING 9MM CONVERSION BLOCK

HAHN PRECISION TOP LOADING 9MM CONVERSION BLOCK A9CRT0702 – One-piece, machined aluminum block converts AR-15 lower receiver to 9mm. Compatible with all, Colt-type, 9mm upper receivers, the feed ramp is cut for reliable feeding with all types of ammo, including hollow point and frangible ball. Roller retention device holds block securely in receiver, prevents accidental release. Hardened steel ejector, feed ramp and bolt hold open give long service life; last-round-hold-open feature on bottom-loading model works when used with Colt magazines. Also works with modified UZI magazines but last-round-hold-open will not function. No receiver modification required. Top-Loading Block installs from the top of the lower receiver and Bottom-Loading Block installs from the bottom of the lower receiver.

*Adapter drops into the top of the receiver and virtually impossible to remove unless the upper receiver is opened. Ideal for users using converted Uzi 9mm magazines not concerned with having the bolt hold open feature. Bolt hold open works with AR 9mm magazines when SPECIAL 9mm AR BOLT CATCH is installed after the adapter. Uzi magazines require modification. Double feed system.

Colt 9mm AR Bolt Catch AR6951

Colt 9mm AR Bolt Catch AR6951

The Colt 9mm AR Bolt Catch AR6951 is required for the bolt hold open function

MAGPUL FOLIAGE GREEN CTR BUTTSTOCK 9MM AR15

I have come to appreciate the Magpul CTR Buttstock for it’s performance, quality, light weight and value. I feel it is a perfect for my 9MM AR15 project.

Magpul CTR Buttstock Foliage Green

MAGPUL CTR

The Magpul CTR (Compact/Type Restricted) – Mil-Spec Model is a drop-in replacement buttstock for AR15/M16 carbines using mil-spec sized receiver extension tubes. Designed for light, fast action the streamlined A-frame profile avoids snagging and shields the release latch to prevent accidental activation. The extra-power lock mechanism uses a premium chrome-silicon spring to avert auto-collapse failure and maintains strength by resisting spring relaxation.

The CTR also features a supplemental friction lock system that eliminates wobble for enhanced weapon stability and accuracy. The Military Model includes a standard 0.30″ rubber butt-pad which provides positive shoulder purchase to prevent slippage even with body armor or modular gear.

MAGPUL FOLIAGE GREEN MOE HANDGUARD 9MM AR15

The CMMG 9mm AR15 upper ships with A2 styled handguards. The Magpul MOE Handguard is a refreshing change. It’s my opinion that a free float handguard would be over kill on this project.

Magpul MOE Handguard Foliage Green

Magpul MOE M-LOK Handguard – Carbine Length

MAGPUL FOLIAGE GREEN MOE PISTOL GRIP 9MM AR15

Magpul MOE Pistol Grip and the Magpul MOE Plus Pistol Grip probably seem a bit repetitive to visitors of my sites but the short of it is they work and they work well. The ability to accept the Samson Field Survivor is a bonus

Magpul MOE Pistol Grip Foliage Green

Magpul MOE Pistol Grip AR-15

The MOE Grip (Magpul Original Equipment) is a drop-in upgrade for the standard AR15/M4 pistol grip. The ergonomic, hand filling design combines anti-slip texturing with storage core capability. With a similar shape to a ‘medium’ sized MIAD, the one-piece reinforced polymer construction provides simplicity and a reduced cost while still maintaining the durability needed to withstand operational environments. The MOE Grip accepts optional Storage Cores for gear stowage and includes a basic grip cap. All mounting hardware included.

• Replacement for AR15/M4 pistol-grip
• One-piece reinforced polymer construction
• Beavertail backstrap for enhanced ergonomics
• Positive anti-slip texture
• Includes a basic grip cap, but accepts optional Storage Cores for customized gear stowage

COLT 9mm 32 ROUND MAGAZINES SP62980 9MM AR15

COLT 9mm 32 ROUND MAGAZINES SP62980

There are a few COLT 9MM 32 ROUND MAGAZINE SP62980 choices for unfortunately COLT the most expensive, seems to be the most reliable. I was quite surprised that Brownells has stock. So far to date all the magazines I have purchased were manufactured in the 1990’s. The Metalform 9mm magazines review well but they are unknown to me.

YANKEE HILL MACHINE YHM-9853-36-A PHANTOM FLASH HIDER for WRAITH XL QD SOUND SUPPRESSOR with 1/2″-36 thread 9MM AR15

I selected the YANKEE HILL MACHINE YHM-9853-36-A PHANTOM FLASH HIDER for WRAITH XL QD SOUND SUPPRESSOR with 1/2″-36 thread as it is the most readily available to me 9mm subgun SOUND SUPPRESSOR (SILENCER).

GEISSELE SSA-E TRIGGER  9MM AR TRIGGER

Keeping with my goal of owning every available type of AR15 trigger this time around I selected the Geissele SSA-E Trigger (Note the image below is the SSA and not SSA-E). Here is the description:

Super Semi-Automatic-Enhanced (SSA-E) offers a light, 3½ lb. total pull weight, making it an excellent choice for precision Squad Designated Marksman type rifles where both accuracy and reliability are critical. First stage builds gradually to 2.3 lbs., followed by a 1.2 lb. second stage with a crisp, “candy cane-like” break. A semi-auto-only version of the Geissele full-auto combat trigger presently used in the U.S. Special Operations community.

Geissele SSA-E Trigger

BATTLE ARMS DEVELOPMENT BAD C.A.S.S COMBAT AMBIDEXTROUS SAFETY SELECTOR

In recent years I have become a huge proponent of the Battle Arms Development Ambidextrous Safety Selector or BAD A.S.S as it is known. It is or should I say “was” the only safety selector I would specify on my ar15 rifles. The reason I now say “was” is that Battle Arms Development has improved their design with a model named “C.A.S.S” or Combat Ambidextrous Safety Selector” The C.A.S.S features a dovetail design for attaching the safety selector levers instead of a square keyway.

Battle Arms Development Combat Ambidextrous Safety Selector BAD C.A.S.S

MAGPUL MBUS GEN 2 MAG248FOL  REAR SIGHT

MAGPUL MBUS GEN 2 MAG248FOL REAR SIGHT

The Magpul MBUS GEN 2 is an economical color matched AR-15 back up iron sights solution.

AIMPOINT PRO | AIMPOINT PATROL RIFLE OPTIC | 9MM AR OPTIC

AIMPOINT PRO | PATROL RIFLE OPTIC

A gift from my girl the Aimpoint Pro is an easy choice and a perfect optic for this rifle.  This Aimpoint red dot scope is always on, built for speed and includes a mount.

Aimpoint Patrol Rifle Optic, designed with input from a distinguished group of current and former professionals, the Patrol Rifle Optic incorporates many never before seen features to maximize this red dot scopes performance within the challenging conditions faced by modern law enforcement professionals.

The Aimpoint® PRO sight comes in a ready-to-go kit at a budget friendly price, a concept that appeals strongly to Law Enforcement units.

Complete AR-15 Carbine Optic Ready to Mount

The Aimpoint PRO sight contains a QRP2 mount and a standard AR-15 spacer which can be removed. It is also equipped with flip-up covers, a black front flip cover and a transparent rear flip cover that allows the user to engage a target with both lens covers closed in an emergency situation.

Parallax-free, non-magnifying red dot sight is ready at all times, with no switches or levers to fumble with. Simply install the supplied battery, turn the PRO on, and forget about it – for up to 3 years! 2 MOA center-dot, with 6 daylight and 4 night vision brightness settings, enables accurate target engagement under a broad variety of conditions. Includes a detachable spacer that allows co-witnessing with the standard iron sights on AR-15/M16/M4 weapons. Or remove the spacer to install the PRO on shotguns or submachine guns.

Integrated “rail-grabber” mount with knurled, oversized knob aids in quick attach/detach on Picatinny rails. Compatible with all generations of night vision devices; may also be used with Aimpoint 3x Magnifier and Concealed Engagement Unit. Flip-up lens caps included. Hard-anodized aluminum,  5¼” (13.3cm) OAL. 3” (7.6cm) high, including spacer. 13 oz. (368.g) wt.  Unlimited eye relief.  Waterproof to 150’ (45m) depth. One DL1/3N lithium battery, included.

AIMPOINT PRO FEATURES

Brownells Bolt Carriers