I should clarify, the salesman didn't push one over another. He made a few suggestions, and showed us the differences between them. He showed that some of the lower cost ones, don't have a rail for optics, so that would increase the overall price after upgrading. He told us that any one of the brands that have been around for a while, are a good bet. With the Springfield, it has a stainless trigger, coated bolt and barrel (as oppossed to oiled steel), and a rail. We both like the adjustable stock, since it fits us both comfortably. My wife is much smaller than I am, or at least shorter arms.
We think with it ready to shoot, would be a good start. There's only about a $50 price difference between the Springfield, and the other one that would require sights, and I forget what else he mentioned, just to compare to the Springfield. I've looked at some AR's online, but a lot of places are sold out. The local shop has them (a few) in stock, and no transfer fee.
We just want a reliable firearm. It may not matter, but the guy is ex-military, and spent a lot of undivided time, explaining a lot about the AR's. Not any one over another.
Thanks for the advice.
I have to agree with this the market is tight right now and if you can pick up a Saint then I say do it. A quality gun that will do you well.I think local gun shops are sometimes worth the price when they offer great service. If you're comfortable with the "salesman" and liked the rifle...buy it...the Springfield Saint is a quality AR and I'd say you've waited long enough. don't take the risk that it may not be there when you go back tomorrow
I should clarify, the salesman didn't push one over another. He made a few suggestions, and showed us the differences between them. He showed that some of the lower cost ones, don't have a rail for optics, so that would increase the overall price after upgrading. He told us that any one of the brands that have been around for a while, are a good bet. With the Springfield, it has a stainless trigger, coated bolt and barrel (as oppossed to oiled steel), and a rail. We both like the adjustable stock, since it fits us both comfortably. My wife is much smaller than I am, or at least shorter arms.
We think with it ready to shoot, would be a good start. There's only about a $50 price difference between the Springfield, and the other one that would require sights, and I forget what else he mentioned, just to compare to the Springfield. I've looked at some AR's online, but a lot of places are sold out. The local shop has them (a few) in stock, and no transfer fee.
We just want a reliable firearm. It may not matter, but the guy is ex-military, and spent a lot of undivided time, explaining a lot about the AR's. Not any one over another.
Thanks for the advice.
Hello all!
I read a similar thread to my questions, but it seems it went in another direction.
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What is everyone's choice of ammo? I read that the FMJ acts similar to a JHP, as it fragments upon impact. We've also decided we want to get a front grip, as it's a more natural position, and seems to support the barrel better.
We've also decided we want to get a front grip, as it's a more natural position, and seems to support the barrel better.
We don't want to accessorize, just for the sake of doing it. If it is beneficial, and serves an actual personal purpose, then it might be worth having something hanging off. Without the grip, it strains the forearm because of the twisting, and seems to make the barrel heavy after holding it a short time. Holding it with a grip, keeps the strain off the forearm, and seems to balance the front a little better. And I suppose if the ammo ran out, I could snap off the grip, and throw it at the assailant. Kidding, of course.
I've been searching for ammo, and a lot of places are sold out. Maybe it's a sign to go grab another case?
We don't want to accessorize, just for the sake of doing it. If it is beneficial, and serves an actual personal purpose, then it might be worth having something hanging off. Without the grip, it strains the forearm because of the twisting, and seems to make the barrel heavy after holding it a short time. Holding it with a grip, keeps the strain off the forearm, and seems to balance the front a little better. And I suppose if the ammo ran out, I could snap off the grip, and throw it at the assailant. Kidding, of course.
I've been searching for ammo, and a lot of places are sold out. Maybe it's a sign to go grab another case?