FN-FAL, MIA, AR-10 question - 09/20/12
I have an FN-FAL. I like it, but it is heavy and now parts and accessories are getting harder to find. I was going to buy an M1A.
However in looking at the AR-10, it might give more possibliities. With the 308 size action, can you buy uppers in 243, 7mm08, 338 Federal, and 358? All of these calibers one can find at Walmart if you don't reload. You would not have to change the bolt or magazines, just the upper with barrel. Also, many of the same accessories will fit the uppers, like scopes, lasers, flashlights, sights, etc.
Would the AR-10 be a better buy in the long run if you want to accessorize with different calibers and hang on "stuff"?
However in looking at the AR-10, it might give more possibliities. With the 308 size action, can you buy uppers in 243, 7mm08, 338 Federal, and 358? All of these calibers one can find at Walmart if you don't reload. You would not have to change the bolt or magazines, just the upper with barrel. Also, many of the same accessories will fit the uppers, like scopes, lasers, flashlights, sights, etc.
Would the AR-10 be a better buy in the long run if you want to accessorize with different calibers and hang on "stuff"?