So 223's are available in single shot, bolt action, pump, lever, semi auto and automatic. In single shot, semi auto and bolt action handguns. In combo guns and drillings.
If you can't find a .223 in a platform you like, you probably have a problem.
Probably not. Was inquiring for a friend who does not do computers in any form.
What he is interested in, as suggested in the OP does not include anything resembling an AR platform, a bolt action, or single shot. He would prefer an autoloader as opposed to a lever gun or pump. As best I can tell the pickings are slim, but there are a couple or three out there.
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