I am planning to get into the AR world, and would like to explore my best options. The plan is to be able to drive the gun in a fast, efficient manner, with no ergonomic compromises.
I would like to discuss how the manual of arms is affected for a left-handed user, and the options availiable:
-Safety: can get an ambidextrous one.
-Mag release: can get ambidextrous one. Do these work well?
-Charging handle/latch: can get ambi.
-Bolt catch: Is it easy to operate it with with your trigger finger?
-Ejection port: It seems that there are pros and cons to having it on either side. One one hand, a right-handed ejection port would allow the shooter to keep it in his peripheral vision, and immediately diagnose whether a stoppage is due to an empty mag/stovepipe/double feed/etc., allowing enhanced situational awareness and increased speed. I believe this may be advantageous over using a left-handed upper. On the other hand, The shooter would have gas blown into his face? That doesn't sound pleasant. What are your thoughts on either configuration?
-Forward assist: I can reach it with my thumb on a right-handed gun, But I am unsure if that would operate it effectively. I see that most users strike it with the palm of their hand. Would a lefty need the forward assist on the left side to use it effectively?
-anything else to think about?
These considerations would decide whether something like a Colt or Noveske is the right thing, as opposed to a Stag. I might purchase a cheap one like a norc as a temporary measure, but I am really interested in getting a high-quality rifle and sticking to it, and being able to operate it subconsciously.
Your experience on this matter is much appreciated, as I have very little experience of my own with black rifles. Thank you.
