hey! been quite a while since i've posted on this forum, and now that i'm 18 i'm considering my options for a first purchase.
I already have a bolt action .22, and several other bolt-actions at my disposal, so don't suggest that. I know the importance of .22's and bolt actions for accuracy practice. truth is, though, i'm thinking about the years ahead and the potential attack on "big evil black assault weapons"...so i'm thinking of plunking down some cash for one. personally, i've liked the look and caliber of the FAL, and when i handled one a while ago, i liked the feel. the AR is nice, but i'm not a fan, although i must say my opinion is not very well-informed. when i held one a while ago, it felt rather forward-heavy. i know it's a love or hate kind of thing with them. I have also always wanted a Garand, but i'm not sure if they are at as much of a threat as removable-magazine rifles.
any other thoughts, opinions, suggestions? i plan on visiting a gunshop soon to handle some of these and talk with the guys there about what they suggest, but in the meantime...
thanks
tmm
I already have a bolt action .22, and several other bolt-actions at my disposal, so don't suggest that. I know the importance of .22's and bolt actions for accuracy practice. truth is, though, i'm thinking about the years ahead and the potential attack on "big evil black assault weapons"...so i'm thinking of plunking down some cash for one. personally, i've liked the look and caliber of the FAL, and when i handled one a while ago, i liked the feel. the AR is nice, but i'm not a fan, although i must say my opinion is not very well-informed. when i held one a while ago, it felt rather forward-heavy. i know it's a love or hate kind of thing with them. I have also always wanted a Garand, but i'm not sure if they are at as much of a threat as removable-magazine rifles.
any other thoughts, opinions, suggestions? i plan on visiting a gunshop soon to handle some of these and talk with the guys there about what they suggest, but in the meantime...
thanks
tmm