If you were going to buy an AR-15...

[Correia]

I'm biased as far as what to get in a mid length. See my sig line.

 

[Bartholomew Roberts]

I am looking to spend around $800-$1200+ for a mid-length AR-15.

As you know already, you've got a lot of options in that price range. I'd spend some time reading and learning a bit more before I plunk down my cash. I really like the 16" midlengths though, so naturally I think you made the right choice there.

I am still kind of confused about this 1/7,1/8,1/9 swivel stuff etc. so if anyone can explain this in greater detail, it would be most appreciated.

1/7-1/9 is just the rate of twist. 1/9 will handle anything up to about 70gr. After that it may or may not handle heavier rounds. 1/8 and 1/7 are designed to stabilize the longer, heavier match bullets that are becoming popular both for their terminal ballistics and improved long range performance. I don't know if that helps much; but if you can narrow down where you are confused we can probably provide more help.

I can tell you that I would like something chrome lined for longevity and if possible find something that can handle the new 6.8 round that everyone is raving about over the 5.56mm. I don't know if anyone is selling anything complete for this type of ammo yet but I figured I would throw that out there.

6.8 is going to be expensive to shoot if you don't reload (and even then it won't be cheap). You will also need the PRI mags for reliable feeding. Several manufacturers offer 6.8 rifles complete; but by and large they are not cheap and will be at the upper end of your range even before you consider mags and ammo.

 

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