I would NOT choose an SU-16 over the Saiga unless compactness was an overriding factor.
The SU-16 fills a niche market and fills it very well (compact rifle). The Saiga is better as far as durability, reliability, etc.
Supply may very well be unavailable in the future. You're relying on one manufacturer for your magazines that may very well go out of business in the near future. Magazines wear out- they are expendable items.
I highly advise just going ahead and buying an AR magazine adapter. Just do it.
The SU-16 fills a niche market and fills it very well (compact rifle). The Saiga is better as far as durability, reliability, etc.
4. While magazines are a bit more than AR magazines, it's not a real issue for me. I'm not the type that needs 20 magazine. 3-4 30 round mags are enough.
Supply may very well be unavailable in the future. You're relying on one manufacturer for your magazines that may very well go out of business in the near future. Magazines wear out- they are expendable items.
I highly advise just going ahead and buying an AR magazine adapter. Just do it.