I've been all over the place when it comes to what I want to buy next, from Yugo AK's to C&R bolt actions to MBR's. I feel that I am 95% sure that I NEED a DPMS .308 16" barrel AP4. I've been debating between the 16" and 18" heavy barrels and I feel that because the 16" rifle is 1.2 lbs. lighter, has a flash surpressor, sights, etc., it is worth losing 100-200 fps. I talked to a guy that has a 16" barrel .308 Bushmaster IIRC, and he says that he is able to compete in 300-500 yard matches w/o any trouble and he loves how compact his rifle is. I will be using this rifle about 50% for 200-400 yard shooting and about 50% fun plinking at less than 100 yards. So after much thought I feel that the 16" AP4 will be a better rifle for me than the 18" LR. Only things that make me still want the 18" is the greater velocity and the fact that it is generally $100 cheaper than the AP4. Owning the 16" will likely keep me from considering this rifle a bench rest baby. I've found this rifle for $960 NIB. Does it sound like I'm making a wise move? Any opinions out there?
Here is a pic I found of one for sale.
Here is a pic I found of one for sale.