I own a 3GL and think very highly of it but as others note, it does come down to the field of use for the rifle. The 3G really is excellent, is far beyond the standard Stag build and from a piece-parts and assembled system perspective, it is excellent.
The part that I didn't expect when I ordered it was how heavy and bulky it feels in my hands. Part is the extra 2" of barrel length, part is the heavy fluted barrel, part is the heavier brake at the end and the visually heavy (though actually lightweight) fore end on it. It also has a slightly heavier Magpull stock. All-in-all it is not a lightweight and fast pointing AR. If you want that, look elsewhere.
The DD has specs, and a great history of durability and reliability. And many models run like the lightweight AR that the 3G is not.
For me, I have fewer options because the 'L' in my 3GL means left hand so my criteria are different than most.
But focus on the field of use and you'll do the right thing. And buying, holding and returning just in case of a bill from Congress just seems like wrong-think. The only thing that is a sure bet with Congress is that they'll do nothing.
B
The part that I didn't expect when I ordered it was how heavy and bulky it feels in my hands. Part is the extra 2" of barrel length, part is the heavy fluted barrel, part is the heavier brake at the end and the visually heavy (though actually lightweight) fore end on it. It also has a slightly heavier Magpull stock. All-in-all it is not a lightweight and fast pointing AR. If you want that, look elsewhere.
The DD has specs, and a great history of durability and reliability. And many models run like the lightweight AR that the 3G is not.
For me, I have fewer options because the 'L' in my 3GL means left hand so my criteria are different than most.
But focus on the field of use and you'll do the right thing. And buying, holding and returning just in case of a bill from Congress just seems like wrong-think. The only thing that is a sure bet with Congress is that they'll do nothing.
B
