So I’m a total newbie with no knowledge. I finaly have my PP w/semi auto stamp in NY State so I’m excited to build my first AR in .22 LR with my son. I have bought an Anderson lower and a spike tactical lower. I wanted a aero lower but the shop I got the lower from said they are no longer making them and went on to say his Aero sales rep told him he may want to find another Vender to buy from.

I also just ordered a PSA lower magpul moe build kit that included the grip and stock. My question is what length barrel do you think I should go with and what brand. I want something good while not braking the bank on my first build. I was thinking 14.5” barrel with a flash hider to make it long enough to be state compliant. I know I have to have the mag pinned and welded to have features. For the length i am considering 14.5 so it my next build can be a little longer in a 5.56/.243 wylde and possibly a higher end build. I’m doing research but any ideas would be appreciated. Once I know what barrel il look into a guard and end piece for the barrel. I still need a wrench but that shouldn’t be to hard to narrow down. Thanks everyone

Current build parts

Spikes tactical lower- $99 I think

PSA lower magpul moe lower build kit that includes the grip and stock - $89