Ok, bit of a rant. I think I'm going to stop with the AR's. I've got two of them now, and to be blunt, they are kinda lacking.

Let me say first that I think the idea of a "open source" gun like the AR is great. By mishap more than anything else, a gun that holds together with two pins, where anyone can manufacture compatible parts is an idea that built an industry.

It's just that the actual gun isn't that great. Take a look at the ergonomics... the charging handle is in a horrible location, and is just awkward to use. The magazine release doesn't work for lefties, neither does the safety. The safety is designed to make a nice clean rotation for the internal workings, without regard for how it feels in your hand. And sadly, it's probably the most ergonomic feature on it, other than the trigger. The bolt release, we've see Magpul issue their B.A.D. as a hack to try and improve it.

End rant!

So, my goal is to collect other modern semi-auto versions of modern battle rifles. I think these three are top of the list:

1) http://www.robarm.com/resources/prod...std/index.aspx
2) Steyr AUG A3 USA (anyone know the prices on these?)
3) DSA FAL

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