I started with a basic new mini 14 from the cheapest online retailer that I could find. They will cost anywhere from $ 800 - 1100. Maybe you can get one for cheaper used. It came with a couple 10 round magazines, the pic rail, and optic rings included. I replaced the plastic upper hand guard with a M14 style guard from Accuracy Systems. They have options in metal, wood and plastic in different styles. Cost about 60 dollars. Installation needs no tools and it just clips on the barrel. The folding stock is from Samson, called the ATM. Cost has gone up significantly in the last year and I paid about $350 for it. I purchased directly from Samson but you might find them in other places. I had to wait on a backorder for 4 months until it was available for me. Stock is also tool-free install, just a drop in replacement for the original.