Hello all,
I have been lurking in this forum for awhile and figured I'd utilize my first post to gather some opinions on bargain deals (700-800$) for my first AR purchase. This time of the year offers some of the best deals on complete rifles so I figured I'd take the plunge while prices are relatively low.
I've done quite a bit of research on the platform and have come up with a couple different rifles that I am considering. I'd like to make a purchase with the confidence that I am getting the best bang for my buck. I'd like to buy in to a brand that is respected in the industry, built with quality materials, and has good customer service.
With that said I've had my eye on Armalite's defender 15 series, S&W M&P 15 sport, and PSA 16" c
Classic Freedom Lightweight SS Rifle.
Aesthetically the PSA rifle seems to be a steal (free float guard, mid-length low-pro gas block), but the pencil thin stainless steel 1/7 twist barrel concerns me because I haven't seen much discussion with respect to SS barrels. The Defender rifle by Armalite carries the classic name and wears a 1/7 twist chrome lined barrel. S&W's sport model (1/9 moly lined barrel) is for sale at bass pro for 700$ and comes with 2 pmags and an autoloader, but lacks some of the unnecessary features such as a forward assist and dust cover.
I know there will be some give and take with a budget AR, but I'd like to make a purchase knowing I got the "best" product for the money spent.
The rifles I mentioned are just a few that I have been considering so please share others that meet the criteria ($800ish Max).


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