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What's the quality difference between the MLE builds and Getz/AA/POF?
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I agree with freeride, the MKE guns should be on your radar.
What's the quality difference between the MLE builds and Getz/AA/POF?
I've only had experience with three 9mm MKE guns - two of the SP89 style pistols and one 94 style rifle - all functioned 100%. The 94 rifle is mine which is now a SBR and serves as a FA host. The receivers all measure correctly across the scope tabs which are undercut correctly so adding a B&T rail was no problem unlike my Coharies of the past. All furniture slides in and out of place and w/o the use of a BFH.
These are ATI imports and the finish was not the most attractive (nor are the markings) but the welds look good and the cocking tube, barrel and sights are straight. I've had mine refinished after the barrel & shelf were installed. I'm eager to see what the new crop of MKE's look like that ZQI is importing, I'm betting they're gonna be an improvement over the older ATI guns. As for comparing them to a POF, AA or Getz I have no first hand experience but my gut says I made the right decision.
On the domestic built side before I spent almost 2K today on a AA or Getz I'd pony up more coin and look for a Dakota Tactical if one can be found. IMO the DT's are the best of the American built guns. I also believe if the supply of the MKE & POF guns is consistent they'll force a reduction in price of some US made guns.
Enjoy your search & good luck with whatever you buy.