Originally Posted by
WillBrink
The FAL is a battle prove design that looks like it's getting a modern make over via companies such DSA (
www.dsarms.com) and others?
Below is a vid on from Shooting Gallery (a generally silly show on OLN) that shows some of the modern FAL versions, making it look similar to modern M4s:
http://www.downrange.tv/blog/the-fal...-gallery/1245/
So, we have a very tested design, with modern concepts added, to give us the best of all worlds or fresh paint on outdated design and something like the FN SCAR "heavy" a better option?
Thoughts, experiences, etc?
No experience with them but having considered picking one up myself for some time, I've spent hours reading feedback on various forums:
People tend to regard them as fairly reliable, effective battle rifles but they lack the ergonomics and accuracy of something like the Scar. The big upside to the FAL seems to be the relative abundance of inexpensive spare parts and magazines. As for DSA, there seems to have in the last couple years had a notable uptick in QC issues with some having to send their rifles back, but others have had no issues. I think there is a sticky at the top of this subforum that contains a write up by Larry Vickers, which is a very good read.
EDIT: Here's the thread (Actually is under 'Other Assault Rifles' where I'm guessing this may end up being moved as well):
http://m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=30851
I'm looking at a 308 myself and am still leaning to the SR25 EMC or Scar 17S over the FAL as I want something a bit more accurate and with less potential for QC issues. Probably going towards the SR25 as the lack of civilian support from FN, including the inability to get magazines, is kind of a big deal to me.
Btw, was interesting to see you here Will. In a former life (and screenname) was a heavy poster on various weightlifting/bodybuilding boards, including Lyle McDonald's. Always have enjoyed your work.
Last edited by zacbol; 10-15-10 at 12:10.
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