User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 10:36:59 AM EDT
[#1]
IMHO, I would go with the M1A if you already had an AR. If you plan on adding to your collection in the future, you can get another AR then. It's nice to "vary the flock" from time to time.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 10:40:08 AM EDT
[#2]
M1A
Add a poll. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 10:45:18 AM EDT
[#3]
what are the advantages/disadvantages of each?
mounting,weight,handling,accuracy,realiablity,etc |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 10:54:42 AM EDT
[#4]
If you stay with the STOCK rifle, and don't try to trick it out with scopes/lights/bedding/triggers/etc., go with the M1A. If you're a junky with accessories, go with the AR.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 10:57:39 AM EDT
[#5]
I'm currently going through the same decision-making process myself: similar thread
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 11:03:08 AM EDT
[#6]
I'd definately go M1A...although I don't have an M1A as of yet I will certaintly be getting one. You might want to think about the SOCOM 16...put a Eotech holo sight on there....ooo yeah!...now thats a sweet battle rifle.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 11:13:16 AM EDT
[#7]
My 7.62 NATO list goes like so.
-FAL -M14 -AR10 -HK91 -Springfield M1A If I were looking for a tackdriver that I could deck out with all of the latest goodies, AR10 no doubt. If I were looking for utter reliability, the FAL. If I were looking for a mix of both, the M14. If I were looking for good reliability and bragging rights, an HK91. If I couldn't find anything else, a Springfield M1A. YMMV. Honestly, I'd probably go for a M14. A good forged receiver build comes at a significant price, but I wouldn't hesitate to drop the extra cash on one if I had it. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 3:42:09 PM EDT
[#8]
No contest....AR-10 first and then later get an M1A.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 3:45:36 PM EDT
[#9]
I'm pretty sure the AR-15 is a "BATTLE RIFLE!", but if you want a .308 "BATTLE RIFLE!" I'd go with the M1A.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 3:48:13 PM EDT
[#10]
+1 |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 3:51:03 PM EDT
[#11]
I vote for a Remington 700. The semi-autos seem to be ammo burners for me, and accurate ammo for the .308 isn't so cheap. Heck, even with my Garand I was single loading.
The bolt gun cycles fast enough for me, and burns match ammo slow enough that it is tolerable in the pocketbook. However, if it must be a semi, go with the M1A, and try to buy a Fulton Armory or an older real GI type gun. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 3:55:22 PM EDT
[#12]
With out a doubt, The Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM 16 Rifle...
7.62mm NATO (.308 win.) Semi-Auto Rifle, Black Fiberglass Stock, 16.25" Barrel, High-Efficiency Muzzle Break, Front XS Post With Tritium Insert, Rear Enlarged Military Aperture With MOA Adjustments, 10 Round Box Magazine... |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 4:09:49 PM EDT
[#13]
I have shot a full size M1A and a SOCOM16. They are good rifles, but I still like my AR10 better. It is according to your own preference. I prefer the AR10. YMMV.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 4:17:56 PM EDT
[#14]
Go to a gunstore that has both and handle both and buy the one you like better. OR, you could just get both.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 4:29:37 PM EDT
[#15]
BOTH!!
M1A first |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 4:46:48 PM EDT
[#16]
M1A all the way, bro.
I've had both an Armalite AR10 & a Springfield M1A (both carbines) & would only trust my life to the latter of the two. Had mucho problems w/ the '10, had them somewhat fixed & sold it to a friend/collector. The M1A will eat anything I feed it & I just love the profile. The M4gery will accomplish 90% of what I'd need a rifle for, but if I could only grab one, it's the bush rifle. YMMV |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/13/2005 5:33:08 PM EDT
[#17]
Got both. The M1A has NEVER had a hiccup EVER, no matter what I put in the chamber.
The AR10, however, is a fag. VERY finicky. Should be on the firearm version of "Queer Eye". However, I bought it in a private sale, meaning it has no paper associated with it with MY name anywhere near it. It'll be a keeper, as much of a pink panty wearer it is...  Otherwise, I would've gotten rid of the thing and bought another M1A. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:33:14 AM EDT
[#18]
BTT to help get the poll rolling...
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:37:08 AM EDT
[#19]
M1A.
M14's are cool WIZZO |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:41:15 AM EDT
[#20]
Get the M1A
turn this...............  Into this...................   
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:46:15 AM EDT
[#21]
I would want this.
 SR-25 |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:51:58 AM EDT
[#22]
You just made my mouth water. Whats the 411 in the tricked out stock? who makes it, how much etc, etc |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:53:43 AM EDT
[#23]
what kind of AR10 do you have? Bushy or Armalite? |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 11:54:00 AM EDT
[#24]
I've had a Springfield M1A NM model for a long time but I would like to get an AR-10 or SR-25.
AR3 |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 12:03:35 PM EDT
[#25]
I was in your shoes, did some hardcore research with these criterias being top on my list and these order:
reliability robust design accuracy ergonomics price. I chose an M1A Scout and converted to an M1A Sage EBR, after 500rds of 100% flawless performance, I am so happy w/ my choice. gun porn   |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 12:34:08 PM EDT
[#26]
so hows about a pole - - seems like the M1As are gunna have it
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 12:43:57 PM EDT
[#27]
All due respect to the bells-and-whistles crowd, the top image you posted (plain SOCOM 16) appeals to me (YMMV) much more than the others you posted... To each his own. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 12:48:34 PM EDT
[#28]
One nice thing about haveing a AR-15 and then a AR-10 type. Is that a lot of the springs etc. that might brake and accsories will interchange.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 1:35:09 PM EDT
[#29]
I have no experience with the M1A, but I bought a standard A2 style Armalite AR-10 4 or so years ago and have had zero problems with it. I have used it in service rifle match shooting and just sport shooting and it functions fine no matter what I have done with it.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 1:42:15 PM EDT
[#30]
M1A is the battle rifle your looking for.
Max |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 6:46:00 PM EDT
[#31]
I HAD an AR10A2 and sold it after mucho problemelos. I now still have the M1A and the FAL. Both are utterly reliable, something my AR10 NEVER was, YMMV, mine didn't. The M1A is a joy, I have had a LOT of fun shooting it at 600 yards in highpower competitions. Bottom line, my AR10A2 sucked bigtime.
Bill |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 7:13:05 PM EDT
[#32]
M1A-you cannot go wrong
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/14/2005 7:17:14 PM EDT
[#33]
I'd love both but if I had to pick it would be the 16 inch Socom M1A
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 9:25:36 AM EDT
[#34]
Battle rifle? Get the M1A, preferably USGI parts and barrel.
Here is a thread started by a one time Mod in the AR10 forum: turned out a bit different than expected!. Much angst here  Here is a thread I started around the same time over 90% trust their M1As Polls no longer show, but results are mentioned in the threads. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 9:34:47 AM EDT
[#35]
M1A Scout
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 11:09:38 AM EDT
[#36]
I'm waiting until Leitner-Wise makes a gas piston AR-10! THEN I'll get mine! Until then, I'll stick with the M1A.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 11:13:03 AM EDT
[#37]
If the key word is "Battle" I'd drop the AR10 all together and go with an M1A or FAL.
The Socom or Scout is a great idea. Although I've never been a fan of the 308 in anything less than a 20" barrel. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 3:16:10 PM EDT
[#38]
I went the SR-25 route
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 4:00:08 PM EDT
[#39]
How many rounds through it, how often do you use it, and what frequency between cleanings? What type of ammo used? How many spare parts on hand? Most guys who own them don't seem to use them very hard, me included. I don't think twice about flopping down in the dirt with my M1As, but the SR...... I have an SR-25 heavy match which I use as my precision rifle. Very accurate gun, but chambered for 168 gr match ammo only. The hardest I have used it is ~260 rds in 2 days during a precision rifle class this past July. I usually don't run much more than 20 satisfying rounds through it per range trip, and clean it after each use. I'll run my M1As a 1,000 rounds or so before cleaning the rifle thoroughly (gas system, remove op rod, etc). I doubt the SR would like that very much. www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=1&f=13&t=373739 |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 4:17:22 PM EDT
[#40]
M1A, FAL, AR10.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 5:17:09 PM EDT
[#41]
It's do to arrive at my FFL tommorrow. Range report to come. I'm pulling the 3.5x10 MKIV off and mounting a 6.5x20 Illuminated MKIV in itps place. 
|
||
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 5:17:27 PM EDT
[#42]
Neither....Get a DSA inc. SA58...Go with the best...
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 5:47:20 PM EDT
[#43]
Go forged with GI parts or go home. If you have the extra cash, shell it out for a good M14 build that uses forged parts and GI parts. I love Springer 1911's, but I'd never consider one of their M1A's at that price.
If you are looking at specific rifles, I'd say a Fulton Armory forged receiver M14 build, a DSA FAL, or an SR25. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 6:07:03 PM EDT
[#44]
Forged LRB M14 w/USGI parts
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v231/GLG20/fa4e4a2c.jpg GLG20 and Fultons are not forged. |
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 6:19:10 PM EDT
[#45]
I would get the AR-10. Here's why: I can get other uppers for it in different calibers, such as .270 WSM, 7mm WSM, and .300 WSM. They're made by several different companies. I've always wanted an M1-A in .300 WSM, since the caliber came out, but the AR crowd did it first.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 6:24:04 PM EDT
[#46]
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 7:05:49 PM EDT
[#47]
When Bushmaster starts chrome lining BAR10s Ill get one of those.I have a 14 clone that was an M14S chinese model...real cheap $500 than a local smith who speacializes in that rifle sent out the receiver to be heat treated harder and refinished after milling out the receiver to take a GI bolt and then rebuilt it with a GI parts kit for $1000,that was 10 years ago...been running like a champ ever since...winchester barrel and trigger group,TRW bolt and the rest original springfield armory.Chinese rifles are a good alternative because the receivers are forged.LRB and Fulton are great just pricey.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/15/2005 7:43:14 PM EDT
[#48]
I love my M1A. I have had no problems with at all. I now have on order a FAL from DSA. I can't wait to get it. I would say past on the AR-10 seems over priced compared to the FAL & M1A.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/16/2005 5:41:09 AM EDT
[#49]
Very nice  Please post a range report when you are able. I'd love to see how it shoots. The only thing I don't like about my SR is the $ of the rifle and spare parts cost and availability-which is probably why most guys who own them don't shoot them very much |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 9/16/2005 6:50:58 PM EDT
[#50]
Mark 11 Mod 0.......nuff said
|
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
