The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - M1A or Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle AND AK-47/AR-15

checkmyswag · June 11, 2012, 07:09 PM

I've got the rifle fundamentals covered. Not new to rifles.

I shot the AR for years in the military so I'm very comfortable with it which is a big benefit. Know its accurate as well and I like the sights. I do consider the mini-14 instead as its a more traditional rifle and supposedly more reliable. Also a little cheaper.

I like the AK for its known reliablity but that's about it. Hate the sights and ergonomics so think im going go rule that out.

M1A would be my ideal rifle I think but again consider the AR10 style as I'm familiar with the AR but have concerns with reliability.

So...not sure what to do short of buying one of each which I cannot.

June 11, 2012, 07:09 PM	#76
checkmyswag Senior Member Join Date: January 29, 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 1,328	I've got the rifle fundamentals covered. Not new to rifles. I shot the AR for years in the military so I'm very comfortable with it which is a big benefit. Know its accurate as well and I like the sights. I do consider the mini-14 instead as its a more traditional rifle and supposedly more reliable. Also a little cheaper. I like the AK for its known reliablity but that's about it. Hate the sights and ergonomics so think im going go rule that out. M1A would be my ideal rifle I think but again consider the AR10 style as I'm familiar with the AR but have concerns with reliability. So...not sure what to do short of buying one of each which I cannot.