I'm asking this in response to all the talk in that thread about buying AR uppers & lowers.
I've not served in the military or worked in law enforcement.
And maybe that would make the difference.
I've owned and shot AR's as well as M1A's.
I've personally never understood all the love for the AR platform.
Pro's for the AR it's lighter and utilizes a 30 rnd mag.
The mags & ammo are relatively inexpensive compared to M1A mags & 7.62 ammo.
5.56 ammo weighs less than 7.62 if you are carrying a bunch on your person.
There are hundreds if not thousands of aftermarket accessories available for the AR.
AR's are therefore infinitely customizable.
And they look very cool!
Con's for the M1A it's heavier and utilizes a 20 rnd mag.
There are less than 100 (I'm guessing based upon my limited experience) after market accessories available for the M1A.
On the plus side for the M1A it feeds 7.62 vs. 5.56 !!!!!
It's all wood & metal construction, and for some of us older cats that has a certain appeal.
And they also look very cool!
If this is an incredibly stupid question on my part, please just respond with "Shut up Jon!"
For the record the only rifle in my safe is an M1A w/ an 18" BBL which might technically make it a carbine rather than a rifle.
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Hope y'all had a great Thanksgiving!!!