Phillip Gain
New member
I went to a gun show yesterday, my first one in a few years. I was thinking about purchasing my first semi-auto rifle, but was overwhelmed by the choices.
I eliminated the AR-15 and AK-47 / SKS platforms. These are very common, and I feel like I can pick one up pretty much anytime and anywhere.
I really want something a little different. I've narrowed it down to two choices:
1) Used Inland M1 Garand (.30 Carbine), manufactured circa 1949. It only has the Choate folding stock, does not come with the original wood stock. Barrel has been cut and crowned. Cost is about $550.
2) New Kel-Tec SU-16CA (5.56 NATO). I like the collapsible stock (for storage only, will not fire with stock collapsed) and the ability to carry two spare magazines under the butt of the weapon. Uses standard AR-15 or M-16 mags.
Can I get some input from folks who one one or both of these firearms?
I eliminated the AR-15 and AK-47 / SKS platforms. These are very common, and I feel like I can pick one up pretty much anytime and anywhere.
I really want something a little different. I've narrowed it down to two choices:
1) Used Inland M1 Garand (.30 Carbine), manufactured circa 1949. It only has the Choate folding stock, does not come with the original wood stock. Barrel has been cut and crowned. Cost is about $550.
2) New Kel-Tec SU-16CA (5.56 NATO). I like the collapsible stock (for storage only, will not fire with stock collapsed) and the ability to carry two spare magazines under the butt of the weapon. Uses standard AR-15 or M-16 mags.
Can I get some input from folks who one one or both of these firearms?