Originally Posted by
jonconsiglio
I don't think either one will be better for your needs. I burn through a lot of ammo every year and until about 18 months ago, I never really considered a mid length. Now, I see small advantages FOR ME with the mid length, but those small 'advantages' are in the feel of the gun and my ability to push it just a little farther on the timer.
When it comes to real world use, I'd be fine with either. Given the choice when all things are under my control and I can actually see those small advantages, I'll take a mid length.
Don't stress this decision, I doubt you'll see any significant difference either way in parts breakage or reliability. Have you had trouble with carbine length systems up till now? Like I said, my reasoning was for feel, then it kind of stuck and now anything that's 14.5" or more gets a mid length system since I have the option.