I have Predators in 308 and 6.5 Creed as well as a Compact in 223. I bought the 223 1st and wanted the shorter barrel. If doing it today I'd buy the Ranch rifle in 5.56. My brother has a 6.5 as well. All 4 rifles simply amaze me with the accuracy and I paid under $400 each.
I had reservations looking at the magazines. The one that came from the factory on my 223 didn't work, but Ruger made it right with one that did. I've since bought a couple of spares for each and none but the 1st have failed yet.
One of the 22's may be next.
