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11-01-2011, 16:35
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Glock-O-Holic
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Sonora Desert Arizona USA
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Can not decide between an AR-16 or AK-47
Do not have funds for both, what would you choose, and why?
Educate me as it has been over 40 Years since I had an M-16 Issued to me by my UNCLE in DC. 
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11-01-2011, 16:40
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CLM Number 135
Smartass Pilot
Join Date: Nov 2002
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Ah, now you've really gone and done it. Might as well ask "9mm or .45?"
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11-01-2011, 16:43
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Raconteur
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: NE Ohio
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Knowing you, I would suggest the AK because it is cheaper...
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11-01-2011, 16:45
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: 20K dm above the shore
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300 blk
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11-01-2011, 16:45
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AAAMAD
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Alaska, again (for now)
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both?
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11-01-2011, 16:48
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ZekerMan
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Kansas
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I never liked the M-16 issued to me 40 yrs. plus ago nor the clones thereafter, I do like the AKM for reliability, ammo selection, cheap surplus mags that work, easy cleaning and I like .30 caliber. You will get many opinions but I say try them both out one way or the other then decide which YOU like better. Good luck!
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11-01-2011, 16:52
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CLM Number 185
Federal Member
Join Date: May 2000
Location: Beaumont,Texas
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Buy both.
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11-01-2011, 16:54
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Semper Paratus
Join Date: Mar 2001
Posts: 13,470
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give me your gun and immediate needs budget (mags, light ,sling etc) and intended use and I will give you a suggestion.
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11-01-2011, 16:57
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
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Both, I have an issue making tuff choices like this. Have AK AR SKS Mini 14 30 because of this problem.
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11-01-2011, 16:57
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2006
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I have both. My vote would be for the AR15. It is more accurate, versatile and feels better shooting. What do you want it for?
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11-01-2011, 16:59
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Aurora, CO
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Guns are like software. You have to start at the end (the requirements) and determine what it will be used for and work backward from there. IMHO too many people just go out and get a "cool" gun then try to figure out what they want to do with it.
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11-01-2011, 17:01
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Father of One
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Texas
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Easy answer - buy both. Buy the one you are most anticipating first, then buy the other. You didnt state what your plans were for it. If you just want it for range use, you cant beat the x39 for cheap ammo and cheap mags - plus a 70 round drum is always fun.
I bought my AR first since it was the platform I was most familiar with, and a few years later picked up my first AK (a draco).
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11-01-2011, 17:02
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You Talkin ToMe
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: In The Noise
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Be an American, buy the AR. I cannot believe how many commie haters here buy commie guns.
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11-01-2011, 17:03
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Confederate
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Solsbury Hill
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If serious, AK.
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11-01-2011, 17:06
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Confederate
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Solsbury Hill
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobbyS
Be an American, buy the AR. I cannot believe how many commie haters here buy commie guns.
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First stupid post! Hooray!
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11-01-2011, 17:10
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#16
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Glock-O-Holic
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Sonora Desert Arizona USA
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Plinking toy with a BANG. If there was a Glock 9mm Carbine it would be a Glock 9mm Carbine...LOL
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11-01-2011, 17:11
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Aurora, CO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Restless28
If serious, AK.
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What do you mean by serious?
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11-01-2011, 17:12
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: TX
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I've owned several AR-15 rifles in various configurations. I owned several AK-47 rifles as well. Ammo for the AK is less expensive than 5.56 mm and the venerable AK-47 is much like the old "Timex" watches....takes a licking and keeps on ticking. You can't go wrong with either. I do like the 30 caliber round though. A buddy in Vietnam had an AK that was pretty beat up...dirt, grit, rust and such. He'd take the heal of his boot and kick down on the small charging handle on the bolt, to dislodge the rust, and it fired flawlessly. I had one and never ever cleaned it and never had a problem with functionality. I have had Chinese, Russian, Egyptian and Romanian manufactured AK's and like them all. Russian ones are better constructed.
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11-01-2011, 17:13
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CLM Number 135
Smartass Pilot
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Short final
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AR Pros:
More accurate, higher velocity round
It's a Mr. Potato Head when it comes to accessories (the sky is the limit)
AR Cons:
More expensive to buy, more expensive to own
Smaller caliber
Less reliable action (although it's a world better than your "uncle's" old M-16)
AK Pros:
Cheaper to buy, cheaper to own
Rock solid reliability
Larger caliber
AK Cons:
Less accurate
Less accessory selection (everything is easy to find, but less "options" overall)
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11-01-2011, 17:16
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2008
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If it's a plinking toy I say AR...
You can throw a different upper on top and shoot .22.
You can have multiple uppers for carbine or longer distance range.
Besides, so many parts, knick knacks and fun stuff to add onto an AR.
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11-01-2011, 17:18
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Lean & Mean
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: From Canada with love!
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What's the idea behind this purchase?
What's your budget?
Does tactifoolish power run strong in You?
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11-01-2011, 17:23
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Senior Member
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Location: CT
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Quote:
Originally Posted by shooter9696
If it's a plinking toy I say AR...
You can throw a different upper on top and shoot .22.
You can have multiple uppers for carbine or longer distance range.
Besides, so many parts, knick knacks and fun stuff to add onto an AR.
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I agree with this. The 5.56 and .223 make great plinkers. The option to have a .22 upper or even a 9mm is good too.
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11-01-2011, 17:23
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Simple Member
Join Date: Jan 2001
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FAL. The answer to all your questions.
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11-01-2011, 17:24
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Confederate
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Solsbury Hill
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Halojumper
What do you mean by serious?
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If this is like most "what" questions on GT, asking for opinions, I say AK, since it is my opinion.
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11-01-2011, 18:02
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PA Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: PA
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AR when you want to hit what you aim at 
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