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Quentin2 · April 17, 2013, 12:39 AM

Steezy, I think Theohazard gave excellent advice above. I'm a fan of a 16" LW midlength and have two, BCM and Daniel Defense. These are 6.5 pound rifles with the Magpul MBUS2 rear sight or about 7 lb with a RDS mounted. I also have a PSA gov't profile midlength with detachable carry handle that comes in a little heavier. That PSA has a nice retro look but can be lightened 1/2 lb quickly with a spare MBUS2. (All are A4/flat tops which really makes sense over A2 in many situations.) I use standard milspec triggers but know many folks want a smoother trigger. Any of these rifles would be ideal for your scenarios.

As far as high quality brand names for uppers and BCGs for hard use, BCM, Colt and Daniel Defense are high on the list. PSA is a budget up-and-comer. As you said, DPMS, RRA, Olympic, ArmaLite, Bushmaster, etc. might not be your first choices for self defense.

April 17, 2013, 12:39 AM	#12
Quentin2 Senior Member Join Date: June 18, 2009 Location: NorthWest USA Posts: 1,996	Steezy, I think Theohazard gave excellent advice above. I'm a fan of a 16" LW midlength and have two, BCM and Daniel Defense. These are 6.5 pound rifles with the Magpul MBUS2 rear sight or about 7 lb with a RDS mounted. I also have a PSA gov't profile midlength with detachable carry handle that comes in a little heavier. That PSA has a nice retro look but can be lightened 1/2 lb quickly with a spare MBUS2. (All are A4/flat tops which really makes sense over A2 in many situations.) I use standard milspec triggers but know many folks want a smoother trigger. Any of these rifles would be ideal for your scenarios. As far as high quality brand names for uppers and BCGs for hard use, BCM, Colt and Daniel Defense are high on the list. PSA is a budget up-and-comer. As you said, DPMS, RRA, Olympic, ArmaLite, Bushmaster, etc. might not be your first choices for self defense. Last edited by Quentin2; April 17, 2013 at 12:50 AM.