If you are stuck with a 16" barrel, I see no compelling reason to go with the carbine over a middy.
A N4 Light Recce Low-Profile 16" will be in my hands sometime before the year is up, no matter what my wife says to the contrary! :D
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I looked at both the LMT and the Noveske prior to making a purchase. I really liked the LMT but it felt a lot heavier and not as "lively".
I opted for the N4 Basic and couldn't be happier with my purchase.
I have been shooting is as much as time and ammo budget allow and have had 0 issues so far. I have classes coming up with Pat Rogers and Larry Vickers this summer so she will be getting a thorough workout!