pastera
NES Member
True, but a 15-22 can't accept a different upper as far as I know.The Smith and Wesson 15-22 rifles can be had for $400.
$400 for a budget ar platform is cheap - might need some finesse to get running well but most people have a free hour to do some basic work.
Out of three uppers I have one gave me a couple of issues out of the box.
After a detailed clean and lube plus checking the gas block, it runs perfectly.
And by out of the box, I mean pull it out of the shipping box, patch the bore, and lube the BCG before shooting.