Dollar for Dollar, Colt vs DD
Well after much research I have narrowed down my options to two. This will be my 1st AR and I want something decent. I was hoping to make this decision on my own without a typical noob thread like this but I'm torn and really would like some input.
I'm fortunate enough to have found both of my desired rifles locally, and at reasonable prices ...
Colt LE6920MP FDE $1029
Daniel Defense V5lw $1349
I'm torn because as much as I like Colt and FDE, I would probably end up replacing the plastic hand guard with a mid to long free float rail and need to replace the FFS with a flip up. At that point I'd have about the same amount of money invested (if not more) as I would if I buy the DD plus sights, now.
My question is if they are both going to wind up costing me roughly the same, would the Colt still be a wise choice or is the DD a no brainer for that money?