Magazines are not much more expensive than any others in this country. I get 5 round Ruger factory mags for $29.99 from dealers across the West. How much do you pay for a 10 round LAR15 mag? A Norc M14 Mag? Same or more so bogus on that common misconception. Try finding a factory Sig p226 10 rounder for under $45....
Accuracy - the new 582 series rifles are quite accurate. Mine has a tech sight rear sight I swapped out, shooting bulk 55gr Federal junk ammo I can print consistent 3" circles at 100 meters from the prone off a bag. I was skeptical when I bought it second hand and was actually more than satisfied. Remember, it's a semi auto generic rack grade rifle. No a bolt Rem 700 shooting custom hand loaded ammo. So again bogus on that common misconception. The older models were not as accurate but they beefed up the barrel at the ferrule and they are now as accurate as any generic rack grade AR15. I would say with quality ammo and scoped, it could do much better.
Customizing- This I can't speak to. I shoot mine stock aside from swapping out the terrible rear sight. Get a $75 Tech sight and you will be amazed.
As long as you know what you're buying and not expecting something which it isn't, I've settled on the Mini-14 as my only NR semi auto 5.56 rifle. Dead reliable to boot for me. Feeds any ammo. Hard cycling gas system runs in any weather/condition. It's awesome. My only regret is that the myths and misinformation on them on this site kept me away from them all these years while I wasted time dropped huge chunks of cash chasing other NR black rifles. Bang for buck best one in Canada but that's just my opinion.
