I don't really have a "one gun solution' AR, but I do have an AR that's the "one gun" I'll be reaching for if things go bad. It's a 10.3" Daniel Defense pistol with a red dot, so it's more of a defensive weapon. In my area, and for my needs, it fits the bill. I don't anticipate the need to be engaging at 400 yds. I do have a 3x magnifier for it, and I suppose I could put on a LPVO. I have a PA 1-8 I like a great deal due to the ACSS reticle, but I always seem to go back to the red dot. (Comp M4s) It's just so simple, and quick, and I really don't need anything more to defend myself with around here. As a matter of fact, I recently had it up for sale to raise money to get my first suppressor. I had put the Primary Arms 1-8 on the pistol, but after training with it a couple days, I just confirmed that I liked the Aimpoint better on my defensive gun. I'll get my suppressor some other way...
A lot of people like a longer barrel, but the shortness of the 10.3" in combination with the folding stock means it travels well in a small indiscreet bag, or even in my regular bag with my clothes. The main thing about any defensive weapon, is having it with you when you need it. I like the idea of the mini-recce, and I think it's probably on my to do list now, but having my 10.3" with me... is a damn sight better than a pinned 14.5" or 16" that's sitting at home.
You know what I like best about most people?
Their dogs.
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