I need help. I've been debating the purchase of each of these rifles for some time. With the (hopefully slim) chance of H.R. 1022 passing, I would like to get one or the other soon. Getting both is not an option at this stage. It will be used primarily for plinking and home defense. I'm aware of the price difference between the two as well as the cost of ammo. I'm looking for input/opinions as to which rifle you would prefer. Accuracy, reliability, ease of maintenance, and usefullness in a self defense scenario, etc. are all important. Thanks in advance for the info.