[Joe 6-pack]

DPMS makes some great weapons. Armalite tends to have more factory ready accessories and sales packages. Just check the prices on factory mags for the two, then take into consideration that Armalite regularly has discount sales for package buys on mags, part kits, etc.

[Vendome]

I’m thinking something that has superior performance and elicits “Can I shoot it, oohs and ahhhs” for my first.

Then I’ll get a Bushmaster or whatever is allowed in KahleeFawneeyuh.