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Customer Reviews for AR Fifteen AR-15 Mil-Spec Stripped 223 Remington/5.56 NATO Lower Receiver


AR Fifteen AR-15 Mil-Spec Stripped 223 Remington/5.56 NATO Lower Receiver Buy Now

45 Reviews. 4.1 out of 5 Stars!
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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Aaron D on 03/31/2022
Rating:   1 of 5 Stars!

Lowers buffer retaining pin was mis drilled to far rearward. As action cycled buffer would strike pin. Ultimately broke pin off jamming trigger. AR57 knew of problem and replaced it no questions asked. Lower replacement had machining marks and forging pits.

Paul M on 03/11/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I'm a big fan of AR-57 uppers and have several of thier lowers. I had one lower purchased back at the height of the AR demand craze that had improper machining of the bolt hold button slots. AR-57 customer service was great and they more that took care of my issue. I would recommend them anyone.

Gerald T on 07/14/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This a great lower and a solid foundation to your AR build. I purchased my lower last February during the height of the gun buying frenzy and although this brand was relatively new it has proven to me to be a winner! I am aware of some issues with this lower around the time of my purchase but mine is perfect, and from what I have heard the company stood by the defective lowers and the customers that purchased them. I am extremely happy with my lower it has a beautiful finish, the pictograms are out standing; as are the roll marks as a whole. The lower parts kit installed without a hitch and the description doesn't mention it but it comes with a pre drilled upper tensioning screw feature. The screw itself doesn't come with it I had to purchase that separately, but it is nice that you have that option. I would defiantly recommend this lower to my friends and others.

Jesus C on 04/26/2014
Rating:   2 of 5 Stars!

The receiver is out of spec in the bolt catch area. You will have to buy a 9mm colt catch and modify it yourself. These receivers should not be sold or at least have a disclaimer about the bolt catch since not everyone is a novice smith.

Salvatore L on 03/24/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I bought 3 of these lowers. I find them to be great. The only thing I had to do was drill the buffer pin hole a little. I bought the cheapest lower parts kit I could find. The parts kit went in so easy. I bought an Bushmaster AR-15 Moe M4. I compared the bushmaster lower to the one I built and seen no difference. I put the lower I just built on my new bushmaster and it fit just fine. Now I'm looking to build an upper as cheep as I can using all good parts. I still have 730.00 to spend to catch up to what I paid for the bushmaster. Remember your building a gun and you will run into a few problems that you will have to take care of. If you don't feel you can do that. You should just buy one that someone else put together.

Derek R on 12/31/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Nice lower installed cmmg lower kit with no problems of alignment. Thanks Buds

John B on 10/31/2013
Rating:   1 of 5 Stars!

I bought this lower receiver a couple weeks ago to build a Palmetto upper. I waited until I was done to do this review and I wish others would also. This receiver is junk. The bolt hold open area is off and will not catch magazine follower to hold bolt open. I thought maybe I had a short or bad bolt catch so I bought several different brands including a Colt. None of them worked the receiver is off about a 1/6 of an inch. The tang will not catch the follower on any brand of magazines. Please look at buying a different lower receiver this one is junk. I am out 100 bucks plus a transfer fee. I hope this will help someone out before they make the same mistake I did. If I could post pictures here I would. Buds was great as always and I will continue to buy from them.

Terry S on 10/01/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

good looking rec. can't wait to buy upper to put on it,, saving up for that so , can't say how it will go together ,, buds did there part nicely,,,

Stephen W on 09/23/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Arrived nicely finished and unblemished in any way. Accepted the LPK I had on hand from Palmetto without a hitch. Would (and may) purchase another from Bud's. Very satisfied with all aspects of the purchase and their customer service is excellent.

Daniel B on 08/08/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I love this lower! Everything fit perfect for my build, using a PSA lower parts kit and BCM Upper & bolt carrier assy. Outstanding finished firearm!

Ronald B on 08/04/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great product at a great price, will buy again.

Jeffrey M on 06/13/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I am very happy with this lower. Buds was outstanding!

Chris S on 05/17/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Once again Buds did fantastic! I won the auction on 5/14 paid for it on 5/16 and have it in my hands on 5/17! I don't know about you nut I think that is fast! Thats exceptionally great customer service! Thats what Buds is a great business with great people selling great guns at great prices! Thank you very much for hooking me up once again! By the way the Lower Receiver was perfect just like the one I bought 2 months ago. Keep up the greatness and America stand up and say something to your congressman and demand that the Obama administration.makes all records public so we know what the hell is going on with our Government!

Jared F on 05/07/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Just got mine two weeks ago. I am trading up from an old polymer lower to this lower. Everything swapped over perfectly fine, looks great, feels great! No complaints here!

Kenneth P on 05/05/2013
Rating:   1 of 5 Stars!

please do not buy buffer hole too small call ar15 & sent email after a week I got a call sent it in can not to get them to tell me when be sent back I call & call sent email they will not reply don't buy if you do you will never be happy

Brian M on 04/24/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I also purchased at $300 and got my $100 back from BuySafe when the price dropped. The lower went together easily, everything seemed to fit well and it functions just fine. I'm happy, and as always, Buds did a great job.

Chris S on 04/22/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I am happy with my lower. My LPK went in with no problems and this was my first AR build ever. Been an AK/SKS shooter from the good ole pre ban years before Clinton came along and started this nonsense back in 93. But anyway it seems to be a fine Receiver to me. I put an authentic M16a1 Vietnam Era Colt on top of it and now am just looking for a descent barrel to finish this bad boy up! Just a reminder to all of Buds great customers. There is a price guarantee for 30 days after you purchase your gun/lower and all you people who spent $300 like I did will receive the price difference through Buysafe. It took me about 3 minutes to do the whole claim and received my check about 8 days later. So don't blame Buds for your elected officials and media creating hysteria and demonizing us American gun owners. Show congress and vote out every single person who is against us. And you should call or write or donate $5-10 to the NRA. The Democrats are even giving them the credit for them losing there battle while armed Terrorists are running around Mass where you cant even own a sling shot without a FFL. Maybe NY and other states should listen to the people instead of stupid Reporters and other idiots who haven't even touched a gun much less fired one! Thank God for North Carolina and Kentucky!

Steven C on 04/14/2013
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

Well, I hate to say I am one of the suckers that gave into the gun buying panic and paid 300 for this before the big price drop, but when stuff like that happens you take a gamble and I lost. Besides that Buds have excellent shipping time. I just finished installing the PSA lower parts kit and fits like a charm. I would give it five stars, but I paid too much for a forged lower. Thanks Buds for awesome service!

Ryan S on 04/12/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I received the lower in just a couple of days. I was sort of skeptical at first after reading all of the bad reviews from people saying that the holes weren't the proper sizes or off position by a fraction of a millimeter. I had an LPK waiting when the receiver arrived and I went to work on it right away. Everything fit in perfectly and there wasn't a single issue. I would recommend this to anyone and I would definitely buy an AR57 product again in the future.

Tim W on 04/06/2013
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

only bought this lower to use for a cheap build but as you can see the price of this lower put an end to the cheap part ! it arrived in 3 days at my FFL dealer and was in perfect condition.. this lower is very well machined an has no mars or scuffs and all my cmmg parts fit perfectly...other than the price it is a great lower, thanks Buds

Christopher W on 04/05/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Quick Update: I to received my check from BuySafe on the first lower I Purchased…. Really Great Customer Service. Now on to the Lowers…. Both lowers I had issues with the Handle bolt holes. This is easily fixed by just using a Tap to elongate the threads or you can use a shorter screw for the grip. Just looks like they did not run the Tap up far to make enough threads into the lower. Once I ran my Tap into the bolt hole the handle lined up perfectly. ( believe I used a 4x28 Tap… but don’t quote me on that) As far as looks it’s great. Will be test firing it soon.

Tim H on 04/01/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

had no problem with lower every thing lined up except pistol grip, reworked grip 2 min later had a workin lower lined up with the upper with no slop

William D on 03/25/2013
Rating:   3 of 5 Stars!

I am a Veteran of Iraq and Afganistan and have built over 35 ar15's. This receiver went together in 20 minutes, this is not the best I have put together. The finish looks good, but will not stand up. I ran it through the motions, rubbed a tree and it goes to metal. This is not military spec, I have various AR's and the finish will hold up. This should be priced in the 99.00 range for a novice, not for combat.

Chris F on 03/24/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great finish, looks really nice! I have my LGS check the holes on his upper and everything looks good. Seems like they ironed out the earlier issues.

Eric K on 03/23/2013
Rating:   3 of 5 Stars!

just finished building lower had a very hard time with bolt release roll pin hole and buffer tube detent hole under size i would avoid this lower if you can and hold out for a better one

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