Okay, so let me commence by saying I have forever been biased against the AR by my experience with the C7, unfortunately with the thermold mags and crappy blanks of the late 1980s.
I realize intellectually that those issues are not the rifle's fault, but at an unconscious level, I still mistrust the system.
BUT, for a variety of logistical and financial reasons, I may consider getting one in the future. I do not wish to have mine kitted out like a swiss army knife, and would most likely be considering a 20" barrel... possibly a 16".
If I were to be looking for a solid one, with flat top for one electro-optical doodad, what would be the recommended brands? This would be a lifetime purchase - At least, that's the plan.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
I realize intellectually that those issues are not the rifle's fault, but at an unconscious level, I still mistrust the system.
BUT, for a variety of logistical and financial reasons, I may consider getting one in the future. I do not wish to have mine kitted out like a swiss army knife, and would most likely be considering a 20" barrel... possibly a 16".
If I were to be looking for a solid one, with flat top for one electro-optical doodad, what would be the recommended brands? This would be a lifetime purchase - At least, that's the plan.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts.


















































