I told my wife to choose which rifle she wants, she is considering selling 'her' BM and getting a Mini 14. She likes the traditional 'feel' of the Mini, it's her rifle, her choice right? If she does decide to go with the Mini 14 does anyone have any thought as to which one would be better, stainless or blue?

Durability is my concern here, with the barrel and the bolt cycling in the receiver. Does anyone know if one stand up better to wear than the other?

Thanks